Research Communications and Knowledge Mobilization - Toronto, Canada - University of Toronto

University of Toronto

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Description

Date Posted:05/06/2024

Req ID: 37114

Faculty/Division:
Faculty of Arts & Science

Department:
Dept of Sociology

Campus:
St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number:

Description:

About us:

The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada's leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world.

The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty.

The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration.

At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

The Centre for Global Social Policy, housed in the Department of Sociology, supports collaborative, international research that speaks to pressing social policy concerns.

Its work is currently focused on several projects related to child and elder care across nine different country contexts. The Centre supports faculty and student research using a variety of research methods. The Centre works with stakeholders in the academic, policy, and non-profit sectors.

Department of Sociology is consistently the top-ranked sociology department in Canada and considered one of the best in the world.

Your opportunity:

Reporting to the Director, Centre for Global Social Policy and under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of the Centre for Global Social Policy, the Research Communications Officer will support various activities related to the knowledge translation (KT) and knowledge mobilization (KM).

The incumbent will also contribute to the development of a strategic communication plan to help the Centre maintain relationships with key Canadian and international stakeholders, disseminate research findings, and produce digital and print content that furthers the Centre's mission.

This is a one year, 50% FTE, term position.

Your responsibilities will include:

Implementing digital communication plans across a broad range of marketing/communication channels
Writing and editing copy and content for a variety of academic and nonacademic audiences
Organizing and executing event activities
Determining logístical details and activities for events and/or programming
Liaising with colleagues across the University to ensure consistent and/or integrated messaging
Creating and maintaining presence on social media platforms
Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
Overseeing and implementing website enhancement activities to support project/program goals and objectives

Essential Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Sociology, Economics or a related field, or acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum four (4) years of related experience working in media, communications, or public relations, preferably in a university of policy setting
Demonstrated experience contributing to the development of and implementing communications strategies and plans
Experience creating and editing content (brochures, newsletters, websites and/or handbooks), layout/production and desktop publishing
Ability to understand complex information and concepts and successfully translate them into clear, concise and compelling messages
Experience working with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and generating positive media coverage
Experience with planning and coordinating logistics for inperson and virtual events
Experience coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, materials, action and followup items
Excellent written communication skills, demonstrated through writing for academic and nonacademic audiences
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Web content management and design software including Adobe Creative Suite or related tools
Familiarity with online registration software (e.g., Eventbrite) and survey software
Excellent attention to detail and solid copyediting and proofreading skills
Understanding the needs and sensitivities of different audiences and adapting appropriate writing style and content
Clientservices oriented with demonstrated listening and critical thinking skills
Strong decisionmaking skills; superior planning and project management skills with a focus on executing and competing tasks under pressure and within deadlines
Ability to work effectively individually and within a team environment while coordinating tasks and events showing creativity, initiative and strong judgement
Ability to maintain a broad p