Closing Date: January 21st, 2025 at 4:00 PM

Strategic Communications and Marketing
The Strategic Communications and Marketing Office is responsible for directing all corporate communications through storytelling, media relations, marketing, branding, creative and digital media strategies across the university. The Strategic Communications & Marketing Office fits within the President's Office and reports to the President. The office oversees strategic communications and marketing policies, procedures, strategies and plans that advance the university's vision, mission and reputation. Members of the office work in close collaboration with other university units across both campuses to implement strategies, develop performance standards and monitor effectiveness of the strategies.

WHAT WE OFFER

Full-time | (Leave Replacement) Term Ending February 13, 2026| Fredericton | Hybrid

UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance. As such, we are proud to support a hybrid work approach, which includes flexible hours and work-from-home options.

Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri | 8:15 am - 4:30 pm | 36.25 hours per week

Salary Range: $48,900- $66,646 per annum

YOUR FOCUS

• Reporting to the Brand and Marketing Strategist, the Brand and Marketing Coordinator acts as the first point of contact for incoming marketing requests while supporting the development and implementation of marketing and communication projects.
• Support the Brand and Marketing team in the planning and delivery of strategic marketing and communication plans, including the development and execution of creative, research, tactics, follow-ups, measurement, and post-campaign reporting.
• Provide project management support for brand and marketing initiatives including timelines, budget and updates in central project management software.
• Keep team organized and projects on track.
• Monitor centralized email address for general requests for support from the Brand & Marketing team.
• Work with SCM team and suppliers to support delivery of tactics.
• Manage all print requests for the Brand and Marketing team, which includes submitting requests, gathering quotes, and reviewing proofs.
• Review and gather information to support competitive reviews.
• Other tasks as assigned by SCM department.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Undergraduate degree in business administration or a related field.
• 1-3 years' experience in the field of marketing/communications or related field.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Additional Strengths

• Strong customer service orientation and the ability to work effectively on cross-functional and virtual teams.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize multiple projects effectively, meet deadlines and work independently.
• Familiarity with a variety of marketing mediums, including print, digital, etc., and the ability to select and make recommendations to suit individual needs.
• Creative problem solver and strategic thinker with the ability to advocate for ideas and thrive within a group setting.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work with stakeholders across the university.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong research, report writing and planning skills.
• Ability to navigate challenging situations with tact and diplomacy.
• Sound judgment and demonstrated professionalism.

WHY CHOOSE UNB?
UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees, including a full pension, a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually, the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and dental, life, and health insurance.

ADMINISTRATIVE, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL GROUP (APT)
This position is part of the non-union Administrative, Professional and Technical (APT) group.

COMMITMENT TO EQUITY, DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

We thank all who apply; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.