Job Description

Date Posted: 08/26/2024
Req ID: 39459
Faculty/Division: UofT Scarborough
Department: UTSC: Office of Vice-Principal, Research & Innovation
Campus: University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)
Position Number: 00056806About us:The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place of energy, enthusiasm and passion. Our commitment to inclusive excellence attracts the brightest learners, scholars and employees from around the globe. Our success has been made possible by the opportunity given to us by our Indigenous hosts to operate on their territory, and we cherish our continuing partnerships with these communities. The University of Toronto Scarborough is an exciting campus with unlimited potential. Join us on our journey.The University of Toronto Scarborough is a place where diversity fuels innovation. Where ideas don\'t stop at the borders of our beautiful, tree-lined campus. Discover our globally-renowned academic excellence,experiential learning opportunities, collaborative spirit and transforming research partnerships. As part of the University of Toronto, Canada\'s leading research university and one of the top research universities in the world, conducting cutting-edge, world-class research is part of the University of Toronto Scarborough\'s (UTSC) DNA. The Office of the Vice-Principal, Research & Innovation is responsible for enhancing the overall research profile of UTSC locally, nationally and internationally.This search aligns with the University\'s commitment to strategically and proactively promote diversity among our community members ( ). Recognizing that Black, Indigenous, and other Racialized communities have experienced inequities that have developed historically and are ongoing, we strongly welcome and encourage candidates from those communities to apply.Your opportunity:Reporting to the Director, OVPRI, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator will be responsible for developing and implementing marketing and communications plans and outreach events to promote OVPRI\'s initiatives and enhance its brand presence. You will work closely with internal teams, including UTSC Marketing & Communications colleagues, to create engaging content for various channels, including digital platforms, social media, and traditional marketing materials. Additionally, you will build, manage and strengthen relationshipswith stakeholders and partners of strategic importance to build capacity and collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, a creative mindset, and a solid understanding of current marketing trends and technologies.Your responsibilities will include:

• Implementing plans across a broad range of marketing/communication channels that support outreach goals and objectives
• Maintaining information on digital platforms and/or printed materials
• Conceptualizing, organizing and executing a wide range of events and activities
• Fostering cooperative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external contacts to support marking and engagement goals
• Delivering presentations to promote programs, opportunities and/or initiatives
• Advising on marketing best practices, brand-building opportunities and analyzing the effectiveness of campaigns and/or programs
• Verifying that all marketing/communication collateral adheres to brand identity and University style guides

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor\'s Degree or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• Minimum 4 years of directly related experience in coordinating marketing and communication strategies, ideally in a post-secondary setting
• Experience delivering presentations and facilitating workshops and/or seminars with the ability to confidently and effectively communicate information to diverse audiences
• Ability to develop survey questions, format surveys, and administer surveys to collect accurate data
• Experience writing, designing, editing, proofreading and publishing content for online and in-person platforms
• Ability to understand complex information and concepts and successfully translate them into clear, concise and compelling messages
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, graphic design and image editing software (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.)
• Must be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills who can also work independently to meet tight deadlines with accountability and minimal supervision
• Applicants are also expected to show evidence of a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and the promotion of a respectful and collegial learning and working environment

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Adaptable
• Multi-tasker
• Organized
• Resourceful
• Team player

Note:

• A copy of the full job description is available upon request from the

.Closing Date: 09/04/2024, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 11 -- $75,223. with an annual step progression to a maximum of $96,196. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Administrative / ManagerialLived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.Diversity StatementThe University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see .Accessibility StatementThe University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact .

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