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Communications Coordinator

Second Harvest
Location
Etobicoke
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Marketing and Communications
Salary
$55,000-$58,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Excellent copywriting and copyediting skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Highly organized with strong project management and time management skills
  • Demonstrated communications success, preferably in non-profit or journalism sectors
Nice to have
  • Bilingualism (English and French)
  • Experience with InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
What the job really is

The Communications Coordinator at Second Harvest will focus on crafting engaging content to enhance the organization's brand awareness. Responsibilities include writing newsletters, social media posts, and reports, as well as collaborating with various teams to ensure consistent messaging. The role also involves responding to media inquiries and supporting event communications, all while maintaining the organization's voice across platforms.

Benefits
  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive group insurance (health, dental, life, AD&D, and Long-Term disability)
  • Employer match contributions (3%) to a Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Employer match contributions (up to 4%) to a Group Retirement Savings Plan
  • Access to parental leave top-up
  • 4 weeks of annual vacation & 1 additional day per year of service (max 30)
Things to weigh
  • Salary range is specified but may be lower than industry standards
  • Hybrid work model with 20% time required on site may not suit all candidates
  • Bilingualism is a strong asset but not mandatory, which may limit some applicants
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