##Classification & Regular Hours

Hours per Week: 35

Salary Grade 13

The base salary will be $62,480 to $73,460 per annum. Starting salary will be aligned with the successful candidate’s experience, skills, and demonstrated qualifications.

Please note, this is a fully grant-funded opportunity.

##About Western

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

##About Us

The Western Centre for Research on Migration and Ethnic Relations facilitates research that draws on academic knowledge to inform public policy and practice on migration and ethnic relations in Canada and internationally. The goals of the Centre are to foster interdisciplinary research among faculty and students on questions of direct relevance to migration and ethnic relations, provide training opportunities for students beyond the borders of their own discipline and Western, and forge links with policy makers, the academic community in Canada and internationally, and the community at large.

The Centre is home to the Pathways to Prosperity (P2P), a national partnership focused on immigration which includes all key federal and provincial migration ministries; municipalities; national, regional, and local organizations involved in newcomer settlement; and researchers from over fifty universities. The main activities of the Partnership are primary and secondary research, knowledge transfer, education, and mutual learning.

##Responsibilities

The Communications Officer will manage the development, implementation, monitoring and assessment of a broad range of communications with a goal of building and promoting the P2P's brand and reputation locally and nationally. The Communications Officer will determine the most effective methods of communications and establish stakeholder relationships, in order to achieve strategic outcomes, and provide advice on related matters. The Communications Officer will coordinate the annual national conference, other virtual and in-person events, the video series, and communications for the Pathways to Prosperity (P2P) Partnership in the Western Centre for Research on Migration and Ethnic Relations, Faculty of Social Science. The Communications Officer will protect, promote, and enhance the reputation of the partnership and its people through successful and thriving events, educational video productions, and effective and efficient communications, ensuring adherence with University policies and guidelines.

##Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate Degree with a major in media, communications, or related field

Experience:

• 3 years’ experience implementing hybrid conferences in the academic, public, human services, or not-for-profit sector

• 3 years’ experience filming and editing interviews in the academic, public, human services, or not for profit sector

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient in graphic design software such as Canva, Photoshop, InDesign
• Proficient in virtual conference and meeting platforms such as Pheedloop, Zoom, Teams
• Proficient in producing and editing videos such as Adobe Premiere
• Advanced knowledge of Office 365 including Publisher, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Advanced knowledge of other Desktop Publishing Software
• Proven ability to track expenses and manage budgets
• Proven ability to implement communication strategies
• Proven experience in building and maintaining media relations
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills with excellent attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask, meet tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities
• Willing to learn and embrace emerging technology
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and confidence dealing with all levels of an organization
• Demonstrated ability to apply creativity, innovation, and resourcefulness to daily work,
• Self-driven, independent thinker who is highly motivated and possesses an intrinsic passion for quality
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative and follow through on work assignments
• Proven ability to multi-task and prioritize with an eye to consistently producing high-quality work
• Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage activities both for self and other effectively
• Judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills with a consultative and collaborative approach to addressing issues and opportunities
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively and actively contribute in meetings and in team settings

##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:

This position is an existing vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.