Communications and Programs Coordinator

Job Description:

Communications and Programs Coordinator at University of British Columbia located in Vancouver, BC, Canada. This position is open to candidates with a Bachelor's Degree.

Job Responsibility:

Staff - Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried - Information Services, Level A Job Title Communications and Programs Coordinator Department Administration | Centre for Blood Research | Faculty of Medicine Compensation Range $5,791.00 - $8,323.42 CAD Monthly. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date: March 11, 2025. Job End Date: March 18, 2026.

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff, and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, bringing rich diversity to UBC as a workplace.

Job Summary:

In collaboration with the Director of the Centre for Blood Research (CBR), the Communications and Programs Coordinator will manage branding, communications, and research programs for CBR by coordinating a variety of media projects to promote research, education, and outreach activities.

Work Performed:

• Designs, develops, and evolves integrated communications strategies for CBR, including websites, social media, and print communications.
• Researches, writes, edits, and produces content for various platforms.
• Manages the development and delivery of research and educational programs.
• Establishes partnerships for collaborative research and outreach activities.
• Coordinates content production for the CBR blog and magazine.
• Reviews website content for effectiveness and accuracy.
• Identifies opportunities to enhance CBR's brand reputation.
• Assists with CBR seminars and events.
• Carries out other related duties as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum two years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to respect diverse perspectives.
• Commitment to enhancing awareness related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree in communications, marketing, journalism, or a life science degree with communications coursework.
• Experience in life science research.
• Excellent writing skills for various communication channels.
• Experience in marketing, fundraising, event planning, and workshop facilitation.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and content management systems.
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work under pressure.
• Working knowledge of HTML and CSS.

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.