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Communications Coordinator

Location:	King & Spadina, Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Job Type:	Permanent
Posted:	31st Aug 2010
Closing Date:	1st Jan 2010
Posted By:	Merry Go Round Children's Foundation
Details:
Communications Coordinator Position Summary - Make our Facebook page sizzle! - Create compelling copy on our website, in our newsletter and Foundation Report. - Solidify our brand. The Communications Coordinator will write and oversee Merry Go Round’s communications; maintain the Kids, Cops & Computers website and social media activities; establish and maintain media contact public relations initiatives; and work closely on external marketing and brand awareness initiatives. This is a full time position. Key Responsibilities • Responsible for the organizations communications including newsletters, annual report, media releases, donor reports, website and social marketing initiatives. • Provide communications support, including fundraising proposals to development staff. • Ensures MGR adheres to brand and graphic standards in all communications – internal and external. • Participate in school launches and special activities to capture content for publications/website/Facebook. • Ensure timelines and critical deadlines are met. Key Skills • University degree or community college diploma in Communications/Public Relations/Journalism or related area required. • 1- 3 years experience in a small office environment (not-for-profit or for profit) in a communications role preferred • Exceptional writer – above average communications skills • Proficiency with Desktop publishing software. Experience with Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop/Design an asset. • Proficiency with website management (Joomla based) an asset. • Ability to work independently and in a team environment • Bilingual (French/English) an asset • Occasionally staff are required to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends. All interested parties are invited submit their application referencing Communications Coordinator with a letter of introduction, resume and salary expectations. The successful applicant will need to undergo a police records check. Please forward your application to jobs AT merrygoround.ca Indicate “Communications Coordinator – Your First and Last Name” in subject line. In your cover note please indicate salary expectatons range. We thank all applicants for your interest; however, only those candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

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