The Role
The Communications Coordinator plays a hands-on role in delivering BHER's communications strategies. In this role, the Communications Coordinator will work as part of the Corporate Services team, reporting to the Communications Manager, to deliver consistent, relevant content that engages target audiences and strengthens brand awareness.
The ideal candidate combines strong writing ability with creativity, organizational skills, and an understanding of how to connect with and engage diverse audiences.
What You’ll Do:
- Working with internal teams, coordinate the production of content such as press releases, announcements, newsletters, presentations, fact sheets, backgrounders, or other documents as laid out in the communications plan
- Design various communications products, including reports, social media content, e-blasts, newsletters and marketing pieces while ensuring brand guidelines are met
- Maintain and update BHER’s website including page creation, posting, edits, and troubleshooting
- Maintain and monitor BHER’s social media channels, including drafting content tailored to target audiences
- Track and report on analytics for marketing and communications campaigns (as laid out in communications plans)
- Work with third-party vendors as needed to coordinate deliverables and ensure projects remain on track for timely completion
- Work with various platforms to assist in the delivery of virtual events and webinars
- Compile and maintain outreach lists and subscriber database
- Other duties as required from time to time to support the organization's objectives
What You’ll Bring:
We know that no candidate will check every box. If you’re excited about this role and meet many of the criteria below, we encourage you to apply.
- A post secondary degree, diploma in communications, public relations, marketing or journalism
- Minimum of 4 years experience in a related field
- Bilingualism is an asset
- A combination of education, training, and experience deemed equivalent
- Strong command of language and ability to craft a compelling story
- Background in graphic design, strong attention to design details, and ability to apply brand guidelines
- Strong writing and editing skills and excellent communication skills
- Professional, collaborative, team-oriented, highly productive, able to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strict attention to detail in all communications products
- Software requirements: Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
- Proficiency in the Google Suite, Google Analytics and social media analytics tools and MailChimp
- Strong problem solving and decision-making abilities
- A passion for our vision, mission, and values
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary of $60,094.32 - $76,483.68 based on experience
- A comprehensive benefits package
- Flexible remote work from anywhere in Canada
- Generous paid time off policy
- A collaborative, impact-driven team culture rooted in curiosity, inclusivity, and purpose.
How to Apply: Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to careers@bher.ca. Applications are assessed as they are received. The posting will remain open until the position is filled.
BHER is committed to having an inclusive workplace with equitable access to employment, development, and advancement opportunities for current and future employees. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and communities. Don’t meet every requirement? We still want to hear from you. We believe great candidates come from diverse paths. Applicants must reside in Canada.
About BHER: Since 2015, the Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER) has brought together Canada’s top companies and post-secondary institutions to create opportunities for students and workers, boost innovation, and build a stronger, more inclusive economy.
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