Office of The Cao - Uxbridge, Canada - The Township of Uxbridge

The Township of Uxbridge

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Uxbridge, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

**EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Department of the CAO - Communications Assistant, Summer Student
Reporting to the Office of the CAO, the Communications Assistant will support the
Communications Officers and other staff to develop internal and external communication
deliverables. We are looking for a responsible, creative, and people-oriented student to
assist with the preparation of press releases, newsletters, community engagement
material, website copy, posters, presentations, signs, and social media.

certificate/diploma/degree in journalism, business admin, communications/PR or related field.

Duties and Responsibilities

Create and edit graphic files using photoediting software,
Review social media and website material and support media monitoring activities,
Write, proofread and edit engaging material for print, web and social media,
Collaborate with others to develop messaging and plan communication campaigns,
Assist with development of written materials including press releases, Q & A

- information, council highlights, and media statements,

Assist with coordination of media interviews,
Take photographs and obtain photo waivers to be used for communication and

- marketing purposes, upload and catalogue photo and communication assets,

Assist with planning the communication calendar,
Research, verify and confirm accuracy of information prior to publication
Assist with event coordination and planning.

Qualifications and Competencies

Demonstrated ability to be independent, a selfstarter, and an innovative thinker
Strong graphic design skills, with demonstrated ability to create materials for both

- digital and print media

Strong copywriting skills, with demonstrated ability to writing and editing for a variety

- of media

Computer proficiency in Microsoft office/software
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently
Strong interpersonal communication skills and ability to work well with others.
Demonstrate resourcefulness, ability to problem solve and plan effectively.
Availability to work the entire summer season an asset.

If you are interested in joining our team, please forward your resume to Colleen Baskin,
accepted until
March 13, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
- will be required to be fully vaccinated with a Health Canada or the World Health Organization _
- approved COVID-19 vaccine series with the final dose at least 14 days prior to your start date. _

The Township will consider cases requiring accommodation as stipulated by relevant _

- employment standards legislation or regulation and/or the Ontario Human Rights Code. _

The Township of Uxbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is dedicated to an inclusive, _

- barrier-free recruitment and selection process. The Township is committed to diversity, equity, _
- and inclusion within its community and organization, and welcomes and encourages _
- disabilities, people from 2SLGBTQI+ communities, and people from diverse communities. When _
- requested, the Township of Uxbridge will accommodate applicants throughout the recruitment _
- and selection and/or assessment process, pursuant to the Ontario _Human Rights Code_. These _