Event Promotion & Brand Experience Coordinator
About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Event Promotion & Brand Experience Coordinator
Reporting to the Manager of Marketing & Brand Strategy, this position uses a brand stewardship approach to plan, coordinate, promote, and present college events in accordance with the college’s mission, values, goals, and policies. This role plays a key part in shaping public perception of Selkirk College by ensuring events are professionally presented and aligned with brand standards. It supports institutional enrolment goals by building trust and credibility with community audiences through consistent, high-quality event experiences. Due to the nature of this position, irregular hours are expected from time to time including working evenings and weekends.
Location
Nelson
Department
Student Services
Subdepartment
Marketing and Communications
Employee Group
PPWC
Recruitment Type
Internal
Appointment Type
Temporary
FTE
50
Hrs / Week
17.5
Desired Start Date
20/10/2025
End Date (if applicable)
12/10/2026
Closing Date
01/10/2025
Competition #
15080
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Event Promotion
- Assist with the planning, scheduling, and execution of identified college events.
- Develop, implement, and coordinate event communications plans.
- Maintain event listings on owned media (websites), curating event information such as logistics, registration, and agenda information.
- Coordinate promotion of identified events in conjunction with college marketing and communications campaign plans.
- Monitor promotional channel metrics and provide recommendations for future promotion based on data from previous events.
- Liaise with event organizers to facilitate tracking and management of invitation lists based on event specifics.
Event Presentation
- Support event agendas by ensuring speakers, presenters, and MC are prepared with notes and materials.
- Liaise with Indigenous Services to plan Indigenous Welcome components of events where appropriate.
- Coordinate the presentation of college materials ensuring branded elements, audio visual display, directional signage, and promotional materials align with best practices to support brand stewardship.
Onsite Event Hosting and Presentation
- Support coordination of identified events and logistics details.
- Secure and present food and beverages in conjunction with the event logistics coordinator and/or the event organizer according to college expectations for professional and appealing events.
- Monitor progress and implement appropriate follow-up action.
- Respond to client needs, including complaints, concerns, and suggestions.
Other Duties
- Monitor expenses and ensure the event is within budget.
- Ensure all event costs are assigned and invoiced through the Finance Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Relevant Post-Secondary Diploma, or equivalent combination of work experience and education.
- Minimum of 2 years related experience in event planning and administration.
- Experience with college or event marketing.
- Experience using social media, websites, and design software considered an asset.
Education and Experience
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work through diverse activities within critical time constraints.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Personal vehicle and driver’s license.
This is a temporary, part-time (50%) position, commencing October 20, 2025, and ending October 12, 2026**. Salary will be Pay Grade 8, $33.38 per hour, in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.**
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Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.
Event Promotion & Brand Experience Coordinator
About the role
Ready for a career at Selkirk College?
Selkirk College is committed to building an environment that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusion, provides culturally safe spaces and empowers underrepresented voices. We are proud of the Indigenization Plan and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Action Plan that guide our work, and we actively seek to hire candidates whose values and experiences align with the principles and goals of these plans.
We recognize the need for interventions to overcome systemic barriers to enable inclusion, participation and belonging for individuals with diverse lived experiences. Candidates who don’t have the exact experience or credentials listed in a job posting should still consider applying for roles where they think they’d make a great fit. We are looking for more than what a resumé can show.
Event Promotion & Brand Experience Coordinator
Reporting to the Manager of Marketing & Brand Strategy, this position uses a brand stewardship approach to plan, coordinate, promote, and present college events in accordance with the college’s mission, values, goals, and policies. This role plays a key part in shaping public perception of Selkirk College by ensuring events are professionally presented and aligned with brand standards. It supports institutional enrolment goals by building trust and credibility with community audiences through consistent, high-quality event experiences. Due to the nature of this position, irregular hours are expected from time to time including working evenings and weekends.
Location
Nelson
Department
Student Services
Subdepartment
Marketing and Communications
Employee Group
PPWC
Recruitment Type
Internal
Appointment Type
Temporary
FTE
50
Hrs / Week
17.5
Desired Start Date
20/10/2025
End Date (if applicable)
12/10/2026
Closing Date
01/10/2025
Competition #
15080
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Event Promotion
- Assist with the planning, scheduling, and execution of identified college events.
- Develop, implement, and coordinate event communications plans.
- Maintain event listings on owned media (websites), curating event information such as logistics, registration, and agenda information.
- Coordinate promotion of identified events in conjunction with college marketing and communications campaign plans.
- Monitor promotional channel metrics and provide recommendations for future promotion based on data from previous events.
- Liaise with event organizers to facilitate tracking and management of invitation lists based on event specifics.
Event Presentation
- Support event agendas by ensuring speakers, presenters, and MC are prepared with notes and materials.
- Liaise with Indigenous Services to plan Indigenous Welcome components of events where appropriate.
- Coordinate the presentation of college materials ensuring branded elements, audio visual display, directional signage, and promotional materials align with best practices to support brand stewardship.
Onsite Event Hosting and Presentation
- Support coordination of identified events and logistics details.
- Secure and present food and beverages in conjunction with the event logistics coordinator and/or the event organizer according to college expectations for professional and appealing events.
- Monitor progress and implement appropriate follow-up action.
- Respond to client needs, including complaints, concerns, and suggestions.
Other Duties
- Monitor expenses and ensure the event is within budget.
- Ensure all event costs are assigned and invoiced through the Finance Department.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Relevant Post-Secondary Diploma, or equivalent combination of work experience and education.
- Minimum of 2 years related experience in event planning and administration.
- Experience with college or event marketing.
- Experience using social media, websites, and design software considered an asset.
Education and Experience
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and work through diverse activities within critical time constraints.
- Proficient in MS Office Suite.
- Personal vehicle and driver’s license.
This is a temporary, part-time (50%) position, commencing October 20, 2025, and ending October 12, 2026**. Salary will be Pay Grade 8, $33.38 per hour, in accordance with the PPWC Collective Agreement.**
-
Please be advised that only job postings listed on the official Selkirk College Careers page at careers.selkirk.ca, or on designated Selkirk College bulletin boards, should be considered current and active. Third-party recruitment websites may display outdated or expired postings without the knowledge or authorization of Selkirk College.
To ensure your application is considered, you must apply directly through the Selkirk College Careers page.
We encourage applications from members of groups that have been or are currently marginalized on any grounds, including those enumerated under the BC Human Rights Code. Selkirk College supports applicants with disabilities and will accommodate a candidate’s accessibility needs during the recruitment process in accordance with the BC Human Rights Code and the Accessible British Columbia Act. If you need any adjustments to participate as a candidate in the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@selkirk.ca**.**
Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada to accept a job offer. Permanent jobs are open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, unless otherwise stated in the posting. Candidates with a valid work permit may be eligible for temporary work over the duration of their work permit.
Selkirk College appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Interested and qualified applicants are invited to apply with their chronological resume (along with cover letter and supporting documentation including diplomas and transcripts) by end of day on the closing date.