Northwestern Polytechnic
Job title:
Communications and Marketing Specialist
Company
Northwestern Polytechnic
Job description
BackgroundTrue North
As the largest post-secondary institution in northern Alberta, Northwestern Polytechnic is a natural point of convergence for knowledge, skills, creativity, and collaboration.Striving to spark and empower success, NWP’s mission is geared towards both individual and collective progress. NWP offers a wide variety of engaging and in-demand academic programs in certificates, diplomas, apprenticeships, and degrees.We exist wholeheartedly for the domestic and international students who call our campuses home, the distinctive communities and industries we serve, and the staff and faculty who honour us with their expertise and insights every day.While our potential as one of Alberta’s newest polytechnics is ever-growing, we recognize the importance of having authentic and highly effective contributors by our side. We are currently recruiting individuals who are inspired by opportunity, driven by results, and aligned to NWP’s core values of being responsive, innovative, and connected.Finding your fit in one of our specialized schools or departments means a bright future with competitive compensation, attractive benefits packages, reliable networks, high quality of life, and unparalleled learning community experiences.If you are looking to transform the post-secondary landscape with polytechnic education, research, and partnerships, Northwestern Polytechnic is your employer of choice.The RoleWorking as part of the Communications and Marketing Team and across the External Relations Division, the Communications and Marketing Specialist builds relationships and connections across the organization, in the community and in industry to find and produce compelling and vibrant stories that illustrates the value of NWP to its students, alumni, donors, industry, and the broader community to support the priorities of the institution. The Specialist is a strategic planner who works collaboratively within the division and across the organization to execute marketing and communications plans. The Specialist creates content such as, but not limited to, articles, news release, story and program profiles, social media posts and ensures it is published and leveraged on appropriate NWP and NWP partner communication tools including, but not limited to, website, print and electronic publication, media, and social media.Responsibility 1: Strategic Planning and Project ExecutionResponsibility 2: Marketing and CommunicationResponsibility 3: Building NWP’s Digital PresenceResponsibility 4: Key Liaison between teams within the learning communityResponsibility 5: Other Duties as AssignedNWP offers lifelong learning opportunities through professional development & wellness programs, a competitive salary and compensation package, and a student-centered culture that is vital to our community.Job RequirementsThe successful candidate will have a two-year diploma from the following fields Communication, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing. Necessary skills and attributes to be successful in this role include:
- proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook;
- strong organizational and multi-tasking skills;
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
- ability to build strong relationships across the organization; and
- a high level of integrity, professionalism and accountability.
How to ApplyOnly applications received electronically via the Northwestern Polytechnic website will be considered.We review all applications to select candidates whose qualifications and experience most closely meet our needs.Only applicants selected for interviews will be contacted. For general inquiries, please contact HR at .Thank you for applying to NWP!Appointment Date From:4/15/2025Appointment Date To:Salary GradeOrganizational UnitNorthwestern Polytechnic -> Communications & Marketing -> Communications & MarketingLocationGrande Prairie, AB T8V 4C4 CA (Primary)
Expected salary
Location
Grande Prairie, AB
Job date
Sun, 16 Mar 2025 03:28:58 GMT
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