Marketing and Community Engagement Liaison

Job summary

The Marketing and Community Engagement Liaison will strategically engage stakeholders and businesses to improve program delivery and service utilization. They will also manage social media presence and develop marketing plans to attract clients and promote organizational services.

Job details

Position: Marketing and Community Engagement Liaison Location: Vernon Department: Employment Contract hours: 37.5 hours p/w Closing Date of Posting: November 1, 2026 Desired Start Date: ASAP Days/Hours of Work: Mon - Fri, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Reports to: Employment Services Manager Company: Located in the beautiful Okanagan valley, Community Futures North Okanagan (CFNO) is a community-based not-for-profit corporation offering targeted support to entrepreneurs, local businesses and job seekers. Surrounded by three lakes, our staff balance work with an active lifestyle that the Okanagan offers. Our team members are passionate about growth, innovation and collaboration, where we constantly strive to improve and better ourselves so that we can better support our clients. If you have a growth mindset and can see yourself thriving in this role, you are a great fit for our team. Check us out https://www.futuresbc.com/ What you will do: The Marketing and Community Engagement Liaison will strategically engage community stakeholders, nonprofit organizations, industry and regional businesses to improve CF program delivery, utilization of services, and collaboration with Community Futures. The role will leverage data and client needs to develop an effective marketing and community engagement plan that attracts clients, reaches specific demographics and promotes under-utilized services. As a social media representative for the organization, the Marketing and Community Engagement Liaison helps drive engagement about CF and its services through various online platforms. This role will liaise across the organization on initiatives and priorities set out by the Manager of Employment Services which relate to employment, business or community issues. Key to this role is strong community knowledge and engagement in order to inform and support Community Futures services and programs, overall brand management and compliance with the ability to flex strategies to adapt to trends while meeting the mission of CF. What we need from you Education and Certification Post-secondary education in Marketing/Administration, Communications, Business Administration, Management or related field Must have a valid class 5 license and be able to carry and set up equipment Project Management certification considered an asset Skills and Experience 1-3 years’ experience in a marketing or communications role Experience working in a not-for-profit setting considered an asset Proficiency in content management systems (CMS), social media platforms, and basic graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Canva). Familiarity with SEO best practices and analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics). A solid understanding and demonstrated experience working on marketing programs, communications, events, and/or promotions What we provide Benefits and Compensation: Biggest benefit is our people so we invest in them through individualized Professional/Career Development plans A diverse and inclusive environment that includes an Inclusion Committee that brings initiatives to make sure we're meeting the mark Our Social Committee hosts games, lunches, raffles and more bringing a whole lot of fun and energy to the workplace Competitive wages Paid Sick, Wellness, Volunteer Days and Fitness Fridays (30 min Meditation/Yoga/Walking treks) Minimum 3 weeks vacation taken in the year earned RRSP/TFSA matching program Comprehensive group benefits Salary Range: $26.50-$33.00 per hour, pending experience Application Process: Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references through the ‘Apply for this Job’ button. All resumes are reviewed, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CFNO is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring with diversity, equity and inclusion at the forefront. We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, including applicants who identify as Indigenous people, Metis, Inuit, women, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, members of 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and applicants of any age. If you require information about our accessible workplace, including disability accommodation, please state your request in your application. NOTE: Community Futures North Okanagan is not eligible to hire under the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP).

What you’ll do

The Marketing and Community Engagement Liaison will strategically engage stakeholders and businesses to improve program delivery and service utilization. They will also manage social media presence and develop marketing plans to attract clients and promote organizational services.

Requirements

Candidates must have post-secondary education in marketing, communications, or a related field and 1-3 years of relevant experience. A valid class 5 driver's license and proficiency in CMS, social media, and graphic design tools are required.

Benefits

• Professional career development plans
• Inclusion committee
• Social committee events
• Paid sick days
• Wellness days
• Volunteer days
• Fitness fridays
• Vacation
• RRSP matching
• TFSA matching
• Group benefits

Listed skills

• Canva · Preferred
• Data analysis · Preferred
• Graphic Design · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Marketing
• Community engagement
• Content management systems
• Social media management
• Graphic design
• Adobe creative suite
• Canva
• SEO
• Google analytics
• Project management
• Communications
• Event planning
• Stakeholder engagement
• Brand management
• Data analysis
• Canva (Software)
• Driving Engagement
• Growth Mindedness
• Business Administration Management
• Project Management Certification
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Apache Flex
• Analytics
• Brand Management
• Content Management Systems
• Communication
• Equities
• Google Analytics
• Search Engine Optimization
• Graphic Design
• Innovation
• Social Media

Job areas

• Marketing
• Social Services
• Administrative
• Management & Leadership
• Community Engagement Liaison
• Community Relations Manager
• Advertising and Public Relations Managers
• Public Relations Managers

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