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COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING COORDINATOR, TEMPORARY FULL-TIME

Surrey, BC
CA$60,000 - CA$68,000/year
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Competitive salary $60k-$68k
Comprehensive benefits package
Generous RRSP matching program

About the role

Southridge acknowledges that we teach and learn on the unceded Coast Salish territories of the Kwantlen, Katzie, Tsawwassen, and Semiahmoo First Nations.

Southridge is an independent day school located in South Surrey, BC with 680 students enrolled in Kindergarten through Grade 12. We have a tradition of developing well-rounded students with a balance of knowledge and goodness, inspiring students to go out into the world and make a difference.

Southridge is affectionately described as ‘a lighthearted place of serious purpose’ and we want you to know…it’s true! If you’re passionate about working in an energizing environment with colleagues that value building strong relationships, fostering strong minds and good hearts through student-centered teaching and learning, and community all while having fun, we want to hear from you!

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING COORDINATOR, TEMPORARY FULL-TIME (1.0)

We are currently inviting applications for a temporary full-time Communications and Marketing Coordinator to cover a maternity leave from November 2025 through May 2027.

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Director of Communications and Marketing, the Communications and Marketing Coordinator plays an important role in supporting and enhancing the school's brand and reputation. The Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of Southridge's digital media strategy through the creation and execution of written and visual content across various internal and external digital platforms. This role also involves daily management of social media channels, maintaining the school's internal portals and external website, publishing the school’s weekly newsletter, managing and overseeing all aspects of the Southridge School custom App, tracking and analyzing digital data, and generating reports to measure the effectiveness of strategies.

Additionally, the Coordinator collaborates closely with the entire Communications and Marketing team to support all departmental efforts, including event support and the production of communications and marketing materials such as photography, advertising, graphic design, and branded merchandise.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Supports all activities of the Communications and Marketing department.

  • Responsible for compiling and publishing the school’s weekly digital newsletter, The Southridge Wednesday
  • Maintains the editorial calendar of Weekly Voices stories, which are featured in The Southridge Wednesday
  • Supports the school’s social media strategy by developing and posting all regular/daily social media content. Monitors all social media activity, flagging concerns as they arise
  • Supports the school’s public image on social media by regularly scanning for new/unauthorized Southridge accounts, supporting students and faculty who request permission for approved Southridge accounts, and ensuring their use of social media aligns with the school’s policies
  • Manages and maintains the school’s external website and internal web portals, ensuring they remain current and on brand
  • Manages and maintains the school’s custom app
  • Maintaining and overseeing the AI chatbot on external website
  • Identifies and implements opportunities to enhance design, UX, and navigation aspects of our school website and portals
  • Supports the school’s annual marketing and advertising campaigns by implementing paid digital advertising campaigns. Offline and out-of-home advertising is also implemented, as required
  • Works with Communications and Marketing department colleagues to achieve communications goals through the school’s website, sourcing and posting social media content, creating and executing email broadcasts, and producing content for all other platforms required to achieve desired outcomes
  • Creates new webpages, as required, to support school events and initiatives
  • Ensures all constituent groups and email lists in the school’s website email system are up to date
  • Responsible for regularly taking photos for social media and archive purposes and ensuring all photos are saved appropriately
  • Responsible for website training and support for faculty, staff, and parents.
  • Creates and maintains a manual of passwords and instructions for the school website
  • Monitors website for performance and analytics
  • Maintains school digital library of graphics, logos, iconography, and other brand collateral
  • Liaises with other departments to fulfill digital marketing and website content requirements
  • Responsible for maintaining the school’s photo-sharing software: Vidigami. Promotes the use and understanding of Vidigami to all stakeholders
  • Supports photo shoots and video shoots and provides logistical support as required
  • Works in cooperation with the Database Manager and other staff to ensure correct data is being used to communicate with faculty, staff, parents, and students through the school’s website databases
  • Works with external graphic designers and promotional merchandise providers to produce print and digital pieces, branded merchandise, event material, social media and web graphics, and advertising
  • Proactively builds, develops, and maintains strong working relationships throughout the organization
  • On a periodic basis, as determined by the Director of Communications and Marketing, supports overhaul and upgrade of the website, making recommendations on best practice in web architecture and user experience

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE:

  • 3+ years experience in communications and marketing, ideally with a focus on digital marketing, social media, and content development
  • Experience with content management platforms
  • Experience with Google Analytics
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat Pro and Adobe Bridge
  • Must have knowledge of website design, development, and publication processes. Knowledge of email systems and web analytics
  • Photography skills and interest
  • Graphic design skills and interest
  • Exemplary writing skills
  • Excellent project management and time management skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders
  • Passionate and self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Must have knowledge of digital marketing and social media

JOIN OUR TEAM!

The salary range for this position is from $60,000 to 68,000. Along with this, we have a comprehensive benefits package and a generous RRSP matching program, access to health and wellness activities including generous support for professional learning and development. To ensure the safety and well-being of our community, preferred candidates will need to complete a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.

At the heart of our school is a commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging. We strive to support an increasingly diverse community and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

How to Apply: To apply for this position, please visit our page 'How to Apply', where you'll find easy-to-follow instructions for submitting your application through our online system. This posting will remain open until filled.

Learn More: Explore our website: southridge.ca to discover what makes our school a special place to work.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for consideration will be contacted.

About Southridge School

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Southridge is co-ed, K-12 independent day school located in South Surrey, BC. We develop well-rounded students with the love of learning, character, and confidence to make the world a better place.

Founded in 1995, Southridge is one of British Columbia's most respected independent coeducational schools. The dynamic Kindergarten through Grade 12 experience takes place on a beautiful 17-acre campus – only minutes from the sunny beaches of White Rock – featuring more than 100,000 square feet of first-class school facilities.

At Southridge, we believe that a well-rounded education isn't just about academics. Our K-12 curriculum provides opportunities for authentic, experiential learning and our programs and culture foster the development of leadership, character and skills that enable our students to realize their full potential. While nearly 100% of our graduates enroll in a 4-year university degree program, we believe what's important is that our students graduate with the skills and character to confidently step out into the world and make it a better place.

That's why we place equal emphasis on character development and academic learning – and why our curriculum and culture emphasize independent critical thinking, experiential learning, and service to others.

We are a light-hearted place of serious purpose, where every spirit can soar.