Communications & Student Outreach Coordinator - London, Canada - Western University

Western University

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London, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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About Western:

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.

We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us:

Responsibilities:

The Communications & Student Outreach Coordinator will create and disseminate communications materials relevant to the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics' strategic objectives, including, but not limited to, its undergraduate and graduate programs.

The incumbent will be responsible for maintaining the department website and social media platforms, which will include taking photographs and writing content.

He/she will work closely with the Department Chair and Manager to advance strategic initiatives and communicate milestones in a timely manner.

The Communications & Student Outreach Coordinator is also responsible for liaising with external visitors for our regular seminar series and named lectures.

In terms of student outreach, the incumbent will assist with the preparations for, and attend, recruitment events designed to promote our academic programs.

He/she will work closely with our Student Ambassadors, Student Council and local chapter of the CSEB. Alumni outreach and engagement are also key deliverables.

Finally, the incumbent will serve as a resource to the Academic Program Coordinator, Manager, Administration & Finance, Graduate Chair and Undergraduate Chair, on related projects as needed.

Education:

Undergraduate Degree
Experience:
2 years of administrative experience in an office environment
Experience developing web content (in Cascade preferably)
Experience writing original content for webbased and printed materials
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
Familiarity with University policies and procedures preferred
Communication skills with confidence interacting with individuals at all levels of an organization
Intermediate to advanced computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
Customer service skills with a desire to achieve results in a professional and timely manner
Detailoriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
Ability to create a positive impression while interacting with others and responding to inquiries, by telephone, in person

or electronically- Results-oriented with an ability to handle many tasks and maintain a high level of individual performance

Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as a part of an interdisciplinary team

Why Western?:

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity:

Please Note:

Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to campus are required to comply with Western's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.