Communications and Events Coordinator
Full-Time, Fixed-Term Contract (1 year, with possibility of extension)
Location: EDMONTON
Office Hours: Mon – Fri, 8 am – 4 pm
Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits, professional development
Position Summary
Alberta Canola is seeking a Communications & Events Coordinator to join our team on a one-year contract, with the possibility of extension. Reporting to the Director of Communications, this role is responsible for executing communications initiatives and coordinating a wide range of in-person and virtual events. The successful candidate will work closely with staff, directors, growers, government representatives, industry partners, and external vendors to ensure clear, consistent communications and high-quality event delivery.
Key Responsibilities
Communications
- Create and edit content for social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X/Twitter), newsletters, websites, advertisements, reports, and press releases
- Copyedit, proofread, and revise communications materials to ensure accuracy and consistency
- Manage and update Alberta Canola websites, including Learn Canola, using content management systems
- Coordinate the preparation and distribution of board materials for quarterly meetings
- Collaborate with external designers on publications, mailouts, and branding initiatives
- Monitor communications performance using analytics and prepare reports with recommendations
- Support media relations activities, including drafting press releases and coordinating responses to inquiries
- Maintain brand consistency across all communications channels
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