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Do you want to make a difference in healthcare? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for detail? We have the role for you!

Our client is looking for a skilled Marketing & Communications Specialist to join its growing marketing and communications team.

Reporting to the Director, Marketing and Communications, the Specialist will be a communications “all-rounder”, responsible for various tasks including but not limited to internal communications, campaign support, content development, as well as support for various communication strategies and tactical plans for corporate projects and initiatives.

The successful candidate must have a “can do” attitude and be comfortable interacting with stakeholders at all levels. We are a hybrid work environment and require attendance in the office a minimum of two days per week to ignite collaboration.

Position Details

Reports to: Director, Marketing and Communications

Must Haves:

Hybrid work environment – minimum of two days in office per week
Formal training in marketing and communications or a minimum of 3 years in a similar role

Responsibilities:

Support overall marketing and communications initiatives across the organization.
Develop stakeholder communications pieces including but not limited to articles, FAQs, quarterly updates, etc.
Support the creation, design and distribution of regular Eblasts
Support industry campaign initiatives
Help organize sponsorship and speaking opportunities
Manage and create internal communications using email marketing software
File incoming invoices and receipts for platform billing (MailChimp, sprout social, etc.)
Provide support for various corporate events including lunch and learns, Annual General Meeting and Employee Summit
Liaise with external vendors such as photographers, promotional vendors, etc. to achieve identified deliverables
Support production of digital content including podcasts, webinars, etc.
Edit and proofread copy from various stakeholders
Work on several projects simultaneously while meeting established timelines
Format deliverables in a visually compelling manner, sources appropriate imagery, etc.
Proactively update online platforms (external website, etc.) with content as needed
Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Formal education in a field relevant to Communications or Marketing is required
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a similar role is required
Exceptional business writing skills, with the ability to quickly identify the right tone/message and adapt for intended audiences
Solid understanding of communications best practices
Strong attention to detail and laser-sharp editing and proofreading skills
Strong time and project management skills including proven ability to work on several projects simultaneously while meeting established timelines
Advanced skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, as well as intermediate Excel skills
Experience with Mailchimp and other content management/newsletter software
Work as part of a team and use constructive feedback to take your work to the next level
Has a “can do” attitude and proactively seeks solutions to problems
Excellent verbal communication skills

Qualities for Success:

Experience in a fast-paced agency environment

Compensation:

Target base salary of $65K per annum, commensurate with experience
Comprehensive benefits package including enrolment in HOOP
Three (3) weeks of vacation

Marketing and Communications Specialist