Job Description

Find Your Spot at Guelph-Humber

At the University of Guelph-Humber, our career paths open a world of infinite possibilities for you to explore. People are at the heart of the Guelph-Humber experience. Here, every day we work shoulder to shoulder to deliver excellence, and in doing so, we redefine what it means to be a leader in providing an education combining theory and practice. The University of Guelph-Humber is known for its commitment to student learning, student engagement and the student experience. It is a unique place, with a distinctive campus culture. Guelph-Humber employees are a diverse group of committed, caring and fun-loving people.

We take finding and growing the right talent very seriously. We strive to find and nurture extraordinary employees who bring their best each day.

If you are interested in working in higher education and are looking to contribute to a unique university-college collaboration as we shape the future of our students and communities, here is your opportunity to join our team.

Job Details

Position Title: Writer, Communications, UofGH
Status: FT Support
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Program/Department: Communications and Public Affairs
Campus/Location: University of Guelph-Humber, 207 Humber College Blvd. (North Campus); hybrid work environment combining in office collaboration (3 days per week) and remote working (2 days per week)
Salary: Payband I - $36.19 - $41.94

What you will do:

The Writer is a member of the Communications and Public Affairs team and is responsible for journalistic-quality communications that positively enhance the image and reputation of the University of Guelph-Humber (UofGH).

Reporting to the Manager, Communications and Public Relations, the Writer is responsible for the development, completion and securing approval of print, web, and digital communications for external and internal audiences, as well as managing overall specific subject development strategy. The incumbent is responsible for content development for guelphhumber.caand digital distribution, supporting UofGH\xe2\x80\x99s communication and PR projects and other strategic initiatives. The role also writes or contributes to newsletters, research, grants, proposals, award submissions, presentations, and publications, both general or UofGH specific.

The Writer is also responsible for writing that supports creative services and special projects, along with strategic, executive, corporate, departmental and academic program initiatives, in addition to adapting writing style and messaging for different audiences and platforms. The Writer provides day-to-day expertise to the Manager and to the overall Communications and Public Affairs department.

The Writer will demonstrate experience and strong knowledge of:

• Communication best practices & standards
• Journalist quality writing
• Writing for post-secondary education
• Writing and editing for the web, multimedia, digital and print-based materials
• Multiplatform storytelling and integrating various types of content into one story/article
• Developing and curating written content
• Writing and guiding print publications, including development, production and project management
• English language, grammar and CP style
• Editing and proofreading copy from various stakeholders
• Newsletter, proposal/grant/award submission writing
• Managing several projects simultaneously while meeting established milestones and timelines
• Proactively creating and maintaining an up-to-date content calendar
• Event support and reporting
• Best practices for subject interviews
• Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.)
• Office administration (e.g. scheduling meetings, purchasing resources for initiatives, etc.
• The Writer also supports the other roles within the Communications and Public Affairs team and performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What you bring to the role:

Education:

• The successful candidate will have a 3 (three) year diploma/degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or another relevant discipline.

Experience and Skills:

• A minimum of 5 (five) years working as a writer, journalist, content creator and/or public relations or communications specialist.
• Writing, managing, planning, writing and producing postsecondary and corporate publications and web content.
• Writing news/feature stories for print and web; supervising editorial flow, securing content approval, logistics, timelines and requirements for all projects.
• Editing print and web-based content, superior oral and written communication and interview skills.
• A self-starting storyteller with journalistic interviewing and writing skills and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to create and integrate different types of content into published stories and articles.
• Ability to plan, organize, and report on large-scale events and initiatives with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience writing speeches, project briefs/memos and award/grant applications.
• Government relations experience an asset.
• Proposal/award submission writing experience would be considered an asset.

What\xe2\x80\x99s In it for you?

Highly supportive work environment.

A diverse and committed team of colleagues who care about each other.

An opportunity to have an impact with an institution, poised to do great things.

Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.

Work /Life balance with above-average days off due to university closure schedules.

At the University of Guelph-Humber we don\xe2\x80\x99t just accept difference \xe2\x80\x94 we celebrate it! Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and a progressive mindset goes a long way at Guelph-Humber. If your experience is close to what we\xe2\x80\x99re looking for, consider applying and tell us why you are a great candidate for this job. Find your Spot at Guelph-Humber!

We thank you for your interest in working with the University of Guelph-Humber. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Consideration for Support Staff and Academic positions will be given to internal employees in accordance with the respective Collective Agreements.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

The University of Guelph-Humber is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity-deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity, and inclusion in a post-secondary environment.

Accommodation

The University of Guelph-Humber is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti-Discrimination Statement

At the University of Guelph-Humber, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. Students and employees have the right to study, live and work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance on concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Centre for Human Rights, Equity and Inclusion ( or the Office of Student Conduct ( ).

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