Communications and Marketing Coordinator

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

SFU’s Communications & Marketing (C&M) team members are consultative problem-solvers. We deliver strategies that help inform our key audiences and influence their attitudes, perceptions and behaviours in support of SFU as a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future.

About the Role

The Communications and Marketing Coordinator contributes to the reputation of SFU through promotion of university priorities initiatives and activities on media and digital platforms. The Coordinator writes and develops media releases, SFU News stories, manages media requests for faculty experts, provides media training and supports faculty with sharing research and innovation progress at SFU. The Coordinator provides content and media expertise while working as part of SFU’s central Communications & Marketing team, in collaboration with other departments and faculties, to help craft and amplify institutional news through media, online stories, video and social media.

The ideal candidate will have excellent storytelling, writing and editing skills and strong knowledge of the media landscape, along with communications principles and practices. They can translate complex and challenging research into compelling stories and set faculty experts up for media success. Through trusted relationships with journalists, they can get stories into traditional and emerging local, national and international media markets. They can manage multiple tasks on tight deadlines and show creative thinking and problem-solving skills. Finally, they will have familiarity with social media platforms, proficiency with digital channels, such as web CMS, and are able to work collaboratively and independently.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Journalism or related field and three years of professionalexperience, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

• Strong writing and editing skills.
• Basic knowledge of marketing principles and practices.
• Familiarity with social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Basic graphic design knowledge an asset.
• Proficiency with digital channels, such as web CMS and social media management tools.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Adaptability to adapt to changing priorities.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.