Student Job: Communications Assistant

July 29, 2019

JOBID7573

Eligibility Requirements: sfs.yorku.ca/work-study-programs

Rate: $14/hour

Hours: Up to 10 hours/week

Start and End date: Sept 4, 2019 – April 24, 2020

Application close date: Sunday August 25^th@11:59pm

Applications are only accepted through the Career Centre. Go to careers.yorku.ca/online-system/ and search for the posting with the JobID.

Description

Under the direction of the Director, Dahdaleh Institute for Global Health Research (DIGHR), and day-to-day supervision by the Knowledge Dissemination Strategist, DIGHR, the Communications Assistant designs and writes both print and digital communications material.

Basic Duties and Responsibilities

Design creative materials to support research & operational projects
Develop & schedule twitter & facebook posts
Update the primary DIGHR website. This includes writing News posts and Events descriptions
Update internal activity database
Design communications material & conduct outreach to promote DIGHR events
Stay in regular contact with supervisors and meet regularly to keep all parties informed
Act as a representative of the DIGHR at events as assigned
Complete other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Current undergraduate York student (we encourage applicants from diverse programs of study)
Experience writing in a professional capacity, including copywriting for web and print
Demonstrated knowledge of general design principles
Experience with current design software, particularly Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
Experience with social media, particularly Facebook & Twitter
Experience with content management systems, particularly WordPress
Basic knowledge of and experience in HTML and CSS an asset
Experience with Airtable an asset

Skills & Qualifications

Strong writing skills
Experience developing communication materials according to brand guidelines
Excellent communication skills: professional email/phone correspondence, public speaking and presentation proficiency
Experience working with people from a variety of backgrounds/cultures
Excellent computer skills (word processing, email, database management, spreadsheets)
Demonstrates an eagerness to learn and take on initiative
Demonstrates organizational and time management skills
Students who are a good fit for this position are approachable, knowledgeable, and well organized. They will show ability and willingness to work both independently and as part of a team.