Communications Specialist
at IVEY BUSINESS SCHOOL FOUNDATION
London, ON, Canada -
| Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate | 20 Feb, 2025 | USD 57954 Annual | 08 Feb, 2025 | 5 year(s) or above | Writing,Communications,Social Trends,Hootsuite,Seo,Communication Skills,Community Engagement,Keyword Research,Journalism,Teams,Sensitivity | No | No |
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Description:
Position: Communications Specialist
Location: London, Ontario
Position Type: Full-time, 3-year renewable contract.
Hiring Range: $57,954 - $72,018
Application Deadline: Thursday, February 20, 2025, at 11:59PM.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Communications Specialist plays a key role in enhancing Ivey Academy’s brand visibility and driving engagement through digital channels, including social media, email campaigns, thought leadership content, and the IveyAcademy.com website. This position is focused on cultivating and nurturing leads for Academy programs and services by executing a strategic content plan that resonates with targeted sectors and communities.
Working closely with the Marketing Manager, the Communications Specialist will create and refine compelling content assets to support sales and business development efforts. They will also analyze social media and digital performance data, ensuring key performance indicators (KPIs) for audience engagement, community growth, and lead conversion are consistently met or exceeded.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
- A degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field.
- 5+ years of writing, content creation, or editorial experience, with a strong understanding of professional tone and audience targeting.
- Proven track record of managing social media platforms, including strategy development, posting, and community engagement.
- Familiarity with SEO best practices, with bonus points for experience conducting keyword research and analysis.
- Experience using a CMS (preferably Umbraco) and Campaign Monitor (or similar email marketing platforms).
Skills and Abilities:
- Exceptional writing and communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling, audience-focused messaging.
- Proficiency with analytics tools like Hootsuite for tracking social trends and performance.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects with minimal oversight.
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across teams and with external contractors.
- Awareness of DEI principles and sensitivity in engaging diverse audiences.
Responsibilities:
REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:5.0Max:10.0 year(s)
Marketing/Advertising/Sales
Marketing / Advertising / MR / PR
Marketing
Graduate
Communications, Journalism, Marketing
Proficient
1
London, ON, Canada
