GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province
| Location | Type | Posting Date | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saskatoon | Full Time | Apr 25, 2023 | May 15, 2023 |
The Gabriel Dumont Institute of Native Studies and Applied Research invites applications for the following position:
Communications Coordinator
Competition Code: 2301 104S May 15
Responsibilities: Under the supervision of the Senior Program Coordinator, this position is responsible for coordinating strategic communication projects as it relates to the programs and services offered by the Gabriel Dumont Institute (GDI).
The Communications Coordinator’s responsibilities include: developing a broad knowledge of GDI in order to work collaboratively and facilitate communication between all GDI entities; maintaining and analyzing statistics and data to compile in-depth communication materials in all areas and entities of GDI for public, private, government, and other stakeholder agencies; creating a variety of content to support internal and external communication and marketing efforts including annual reports, newsletters, speeches, presentations, and press releases; responding to media inquiries and maintaining relationships with members of the press; photography/filming of corporate events; designing and developing social media, website, and online copy in addition to monitoring, maintaining, and evaluating GDI’s social media and online presence; assisting in the planning and implementation of various Institute events. Other duties as assigned by the Senior Program Coordinator.
Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in commerce, communications, business administration, journalism, public relations, and two years’ experience in a related field; strong verbal and written communication skills; attention to detail and accuracy, extensive understanding of Métis culture; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat products, WordPress, publishing programs (such as Adobe and InDesign), graphic design tools (such as Canva), social media marketing platforms and business tools (such as Ads Manager), photography and videography skills, media buying, and placement experience would be a distinct asset.
Remuneration: $62,779 – $82,613 and benefits package
Term: June 1, 2023 – May 31, 2024 (strong possibility for renewal)
Location: Saskatoon, Sask.
Deadline for receipt of applications: May 15, 2023
Please quote comp code when submitting resume and letters of reference to:
Robbie Walliser
917 22nd Street West
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7M 0R9
Telephone: (306) 657- 2264
Fax: (306) 975-0903
Email: jobs@gdins.org
The Gabriel Dumont Institute has permission from the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission to hire affirmatively.
Please self-identify in your cover letter if you are a person of Métis ancestry.
Only those short listed will be contacted.
GDI is a Saskatchewan-based educational, employment and cultural institute serving Métis across the province
