Communications and Events Coordinator

About the job

Venn Innovation is one of Atlantic Canada’s leading innovation hubs, offering a variety of programs and targeted services to support entrepreneurs and companies at all stages of growth. Our goal is to help realize the commercialization of business ideas and build successful tech and tech-based companies. The Communications and Events Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing Venn’s communications strategy and planning and supporting Venn-organized events and activities.

Who You Are

The successful Communications and Events Coordinator will be somebody who:

1. Strong writing, editing, and communication skills.
2. Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
3. Excellent interpersonal skills.
4. Able to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
5. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, customer relationship management (CRM) tools and social media analytics platforms.
6. Is proficient in written and oral communication skills in English and in French.

What You’ll Do

The Communications and Events Coordinator is responsible for developing and implementing Venn’s communications strategy and planning and supporting Venn-organized events and activities.

1. Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies to promote the innovation hub’s brand, programs, and events.
2. Manage digital marketing campaigns, including social media, email marketing, SEO, and paid advertising to increase engagement.
3. Create and oversee the production of marketing materials, such as brochures, newsletters, presentations, and website content.
4. Write and edit content for various platforms, including blogs, articles, press releases, social media, and newsletters.
5. Lead marketing efforts for innovation hub events, workshops, and conferences.
6. Develop event-specific promotional strategies, including partnerships, influencer outreach, and attendee engagement tactics.
7. Participate in the planning and execution of events, which may require work during evenings and weekends.
8. Act as a liaison between the hub and its various stakeholders, including startups, corporate partners, government agencies, and community members.
9. Develop communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and engaged with hub activities.

Venn Innovation is working to build prosperity in New Brunswick by helping tech and tech-enabled businesses start, grow and succeed. Here are just a few reasons why you’ll love working at Venn:

1. Our culture. We’re an awesome group that gets stuff done in an open, welcoming environment.
2. You are measured on results, not a timecard.
3. Everyone matters; ideas are welcome from all and we are a close-knit team.
4. We get to work with fascinating people doing amazing things EVERY DAY!

If this job sounds perfect for you, then we look forward to hearing from you!

Applications for this position must include a cover letter and résumé and must be submitted to talent@venninnovation.com. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.