MScAC Communications & External Relations Officer

Date Posted: 03/23/2023
Req ID: 30414
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Dept of Computer Science
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Position Number: 00047893

Description:

About us:

The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada’s leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs.

We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world.

Established in 1964, the Department of Computer Science is ranked among the top computer science departments in the world. Our faculty have been presented with a wide variety of honours and awards over the years, including two Turing Awards, and many other national and international honours. We provide diverse programs and research opportunities while consistently producing high-impact research that is among the most highly cited in computer science.

Your opportunity:

Under the direction of the MScAC Marketing & Communications Manager, and in close collaboration with the Department of Computer Science (DCS) Senior Communications and External Relations Officer, as well as the communications offices of the partner departments, the incumbent will be responsible for supporting the development of MScAC marketing and communications plan by executing on all externally facing programmatic activities. This position will be a key team member to raise the profile of the MScAC brand, strengthen internal and external communications with the program's stakeholders.

Critical to success in this position will be aligning activities with the overall vision for the MScAC marketing and communications strategy, ensuring the needs of multiple stakeholders are met, and establishing a cooperative process for collaboration with MScAC partner departments.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and implementing marketing plans to promote programs, events and/or initiatives that support strategic objectives
• Advising on communication strategies to support goals andpriorities
• Fostering and maintaining networks to build capacity and collaboration
• Developing content for marketing and/or promotional materials
• Conceptualizing, organizing and executing event activities
• Coordinating networking activities between students and employers and/or alumni
• Analyzing data to determine trends and recommend target markets
• Handling expenses for events

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing and Public Relations, English or a related field, or equivalent combination of acceptable education and experience
• Minimum four years recent and relevant experience in developing and executing communication and marketing plans; conceptualizing and organizing outreach events; and building industry partnership and alumni relations.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing marketing plans for student recruitment (across multiple markets nationally and internationally), alumni relations, sponsorship, fundraising and industry partnerships
• Demonstrated experience with content creation and publication of web and print communications, newsletters, bulletins, press releases, brochures and event programs, etc.
• Experience implementing an integrated multi-channel internal and external relations approach
• Demonstrated experience in managing events through the full cycle, including planning, implementation and close-out
• Demonstrated experience in building collaborations and partnerships with industry and institutions domestically and internationally
• Experience gathering information from published sources including experience with online searches
• Experience analyzing data to determine trends and effectiveness of initiatives
• Experience with managing and developing websites
• Demonstrated knowledge of issues and trends in student recruitment, alumni relations and fundraising
• Advanced skills in Office365 (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Skilled in content management systems (WordPress and Drupal) and newsletter and marketing platforms (e.g., Mailpoet, MailChimp)
• Skilled in the use of event management platforms (e.g., Eventbrite) and online meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom, Airmeet)
• Skilled in the use of Adobe Creative Suite or equivalent (e.g. Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Dreamweaver)
• Advanced skills in social media platforms and management tools (e.g. Meta, Twitter, Instagram, Tiktok)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and time management skills
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to take initiative
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with people from a diversity of backgrounds
• Excellent analytical and presentation skills

Assets (Nonessential):

• Knowledge of Computer Science programs and research

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Accountable
• Efficient
• Meticulous
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Tactful
• Team player

This role is currently eligible for a hybrid work arrangement, pursuant to the University policies and guidelines, including but not limited to the University of Toronto's Alternative Work Arrangements Guideline.

Closing Date: 04/03/2023, 11:59PM ET
Employee Group: USW
Appointment Type: Budget - Continuing
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
USW Pay Band 11 -- $67,659 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $86,523. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.
Job Category: Communication/Media/Public Relations

Lived Experience Statement
Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.

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