About Western

With an international reputation for success, Western ranks as one of Canada's top research-intensive universities. Our research excellence expands knowledge and drives discovery with real-world application. Western also provides an exceptional employment experience, offering competitive salaries, a wide range of employment opportunities and one of Canada's most beautiful campuses.

About Us

The Ivey Centre for Building Sustainable Value (BSV) is Ivey Business School’s Centre of excellence in sustainability. Founded in 2002, BSV is globally recognized for its leadership in research and teaching that contribute to building a sustainable and prosperous world.

The Centre plays a key role in advancing Ivey’s strategic priorities by deepening the School’s societal impact and connecting academic excellence with real-world challenges. Through research, education, and outreach, BSV brings Ivey’s purpose—to inspire leaders for a sustainable and prosperous world—to life.

BSV’s vision is to advance a regenerative economy that bridges prosperity and sustainability. Its mission is to strengthen the capacity of change-seekers across sectors to build thriving communities, co-creating effective transition pathways to a regenerative future.

Responsibilities

The Communication Coordinator plays a key role in shaping and sharing the voice of the BSV Centre. This role is responsible for managing digital communications, creating engaging content, and maintaining a consistent presence across platforms to support the Centre's mission and community engagement.

Responsbilities Include:

Newsletter Management

• Create and distribute a monthly newsletter using Campaign Monitor.
• Brainstorm, gather, and curate relevant content.
• Design and populate the newsletter with engaging visuals and copy.
• Manage the subscriber journey and ensure timely updates.

Website Content

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date information across all BSV Centre web pages.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure content reflects current initiatives and events.

Content Creation & Coordination

• Write and publish articles highlighting key developments and stories from the Centre.
• Recruit contributors and coordinate article submissions from staff, alumni, and partners.

Analytics & Reporting

• Track and analyze web traffic and newsletter engagement metrics.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on performance data.

LinkedIn Community Management

• Manage the LinkedIn group for sustainability alumni.
• Approve new member requests and ensure group integrity.
• Post regular updates and foster engagement within the community.

Administrative Support

• Assist with various communications-related administrative tasks.
• Support coordination efforts across teams and projects as needed.

Qualifications

Education:

• Community College Diploma in an administrative/communication field

Experience:

• 1-2 years' experience providing administrative support and customer service in an office environment

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:

• Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with careful attention to detail
• Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements
• Keyboarding skills with the ability to process information with high levels of accuracy
• Demonstrated ability to follow through on work assignments
• Knowledge of general office procedures
• Ability to maintain a positive, outgoing attitude with a genuine customer service orientation
• Detail-oriented with an ability to function and process information with high levels of accuracy
• Ability to multi-task and maintain an organized and effective personal work environment
• Computer skills with the ability to learn and use software programs
• Basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to create a positive impression while interacting with others and responding to inquiries, by telephone, in person or electronically
• Ability to prioritize and organize a fluctuating work load

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth. Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre. Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application. In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.