Job Description

Position Number: 50000211 / C1768
Department: Office of the Vice-President, University Advancement
Campus: Loyola (NDG)

Salary: $76,357.00 - $91,193.00 per annum
Union/Association/HR Policy: HR POLICIES

Posting deadline: July 10, 2023

Recognized as Canada\'s top university under the age of 50, and one of Montreal\'s top Employers, Concordia University is the place to be if you are looking to grow, contribute and innovate in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

Be part of a community that addresses society\'s big challenges, supports your personal and professional growth, and makes a real impact in building a more sustainable world.

As a member of our community, you will have access to comprehensive benefits, a defined pension plan and numerous on site well-being facilities such as a state of the art gym and health clinic as well as a variety of educational and cultural opportunities.

NOTE: This posting represents a replacement contract until June 25, 2025.

SCOPE
Reporting to the Manager, Strategic Content, 50th Anniversary, in University Advancement, the incumbent develops next generation social media content and campaigns that foster positive university presence in the digital landscape. They plan, create and analyze social media strategies that advance a culture of philanthropy, build engagement and augment Concordia\'s digital footprint.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a working model to produce, share and monitor content that engages alumni and prospective donors on social media.
• Propose strategies, establish partnerships with social media ambassadors that are external facing and positive for the university.
• Plan, produce and manage a social media calendar with colleagues, volunteers and leadership.
• Produce text, photo, video and graphic products that adhere to Concordia\'s Tone of Voice, Brand Guidelines and Publication Guidelines that reflect a consistent, attractive and high-quality image for university.
• Develop strategies to promote fundraising, sector campaigns and strategic directions among graduates, donors, friends and media.
• Monitor sector\'s social media insights and statistics; provide both quantitative and qualitative reports.
• Propose coherent social media strategy for sector, produce content and carefully plan its execution; produce and manage social media lineups to share with relevant stakeholders.
• Strategize and execute social media marketing/advertising campaigns on behalf of university, clients and audience.
• Videotape and photograph events, interviews and cutaways needed for the various productions as required.
• Monitor, identify and rank influencers or key stakeholders; update relevant records in sector\'s online database.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor\'s degree in a field relevant to the primary responsibilities and two to four years of experience in higher education, philanthropic sector, journalism, communications, public relations or related area.
• Extensive experience in producing video and multimedia, directing, motion graphics, color correcting and editing, including sound recording and audio post-production.
• Understanding of and proficiency in all major social media platforms.
• Excellent writing skills, judgement, autonomy and news sense; skilled in interpreting clients\' ideas and problem-solving.
• Very good knowledge of spoken and written English (Level 5) in order to review and modify content and help the university community refine and improve their entire digital presence; basic knowledge (Level 3) of spoken and written French.
• Advanced knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite applications.
• Advanced knowledge of video equipment and applications (Final Cut Pro, Adobe Premiere Pro and Adobe After Effects).
• Good design sense to ensure university brand is well promoted.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; ability to interact effectively with alumni, donors, media, faculty and staff members, as well as students.
• Ability to work flexible hours (evenings), as may be required.

Due to the volume of applications, only selected candidates will be contacted by our Talent Team.

Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic and administrative functions of the university, proficiency in English and French, as indicated, is required.

IMPORTANT: The language and computer skills of short-listed candidates will be tested.

Territorial Acknowledgement
Concordia University is located on unceded Indigenous lands. The Kanien\'keh\xc3\xa1:ka Nation is recognized as the custodians of the lands and waters on which we gather today. Tiohti\xc3\xa0:ke/Montreal is historically known as a gathering place for many First Nations. Today, it is home to a diverse population of Indigenous and other peoples. We respect the continued connections with the past, present and future in our ongoing relationships with Indigenous and other peoples within the Montreal community.

Employment Equity
Concordia University is strongly committed to employment equity within its community, and to recruiting a diverse faculty and staff. The University encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, members of sexual minorities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to diversification; candidates are invited to self-identify in their applications. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a diversity survey. This information is voluntary and any information collected for this purpose is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources employees. Results will be aggregated and used to help Concordia achieve its goal to see all members of our community not only reflected, but welcomed, included and supported in their efforts to contribute to all areas of university life.

Accessibility
Concordia desires to increase diversity among its community members and we strive to make our recruitment processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants. If you are contacted for an interview and anticipate needing accommodations during the process, please contact, in confidence, hr-employment@concordia.ca

Immigration Status
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada\'s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants\' status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens.

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