Marketing Coordinator

Are you an experienced Marketing Coordinator who is looking to build on your strong track record of coordinating marketing activities across all contemporary communications channels with an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Indigenous people within a strengths focused environment?

If so, let’s talk!

Thunderbird Partnership Foundation is a national non-profit organization serving First Nations in Mental Wellness. Our mandate is set by three frameworks:

1. Honouring Our Strengths: A Renewed Framework to Address Substance Use Issues Among First Nations People in Canada
2. Indigenous Wellness Framework
3. First Nations Mental Wellness Continuum

Our core stakeholders are First Nations communities and the network of First Nations adult and youth treatment centres. To support our mandate, Thunderbird has two office locations: one based in a First Nations community in southwestern Ontario, and the other in the city of London, Ontario. This position may be considered as a remote work position.

Your Opportunity

As the Thunderbird Partnership Foundation Marketing Coordinator, you will

• write, edit and assist with all editorial and production functions of the Thunderbird’s Communications Team to amplify Thunderbird’s message as the leading culturally centred voice on First Nations mental wellness, substance use and addictions within a fast paced First Nations organization;
• work on a team with others like yourself who are dedicated to work which has real value and meaning in the lives of others;
• apply your experience, skills, talents, and passion for the benefit of others while learning from the expertise of your wellness focused team;
• develop, implement, and evaluate marketing strategies, campaigns and marketing collateral with engaging content across all platforms (including but not limited to web/digital/apps, print and audio) to promote Thunderbird and grow stakeholder engagement;
• write and edit copy for publications, guidebooks and other resources as required;
• ensure all marketing assets support brand consistency and the organization’s mission;
• work with staff who are kind, supportive, encouraging and caring; and
• enjoy the satisfaction that comes from knowing that your work is much more than just a job.

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

Associate degree or diploma in marketing/communication AND three (3) years work experience in content management, creative writing, advertising concepts, marketing materials and managing social media platforms/campaigns for an organization or business;

OR

Bachelor’s degree in marketing/communications or related field of study AND two (2) years’ work experience in content management, creative writing, advertising concepts and marketing materials, and experience in managing social media platforms/campaigns for an organization of business.

Other Requirements

• strong writing/editing/proofreading skills and an excellent portfolio
• excellent writing skills in English and ability to communicate clearly
• proficient enough in French to run bilingual social media feeds
• hands on experience with MS Office
• proficiency in search engine optimization (SEO), and content management systems (CMS) is a definite asset
• proficiency in the use of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Adobe Acrobat Professional)
• proven familiarity with social media best practices
• extensive familiarity with social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Pinterest, LinkedIn, TikTok or other emerging platforms used by stakeholders
• experience working with First Nations, or an Indigenous organization is an asset
• fluency in a First Nations language is a definite asset
• knowledge of First Nations culture and customs including natural healing is a definite asset
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• ability to work collaboratively with internal team and external stakeholders
• ability to function autonomously with minimal supervision, to be flexible and adaptable to change
• high level of professionalism and able to always maintain confidentiality
• creative, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with a strong work ethic and commitment to quality
• demonstrates strong organizational, time-management and multitask skills with ability to work on multiple assignments in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
• able to access worksites not accessible by public transportation

If this sounds like the right fit for you, please apply through this link:

Marketing Coordinator Application

Closing date is March 7, 2022.

We value the importance of diversity and dignity in the workplace and are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environments. If you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

To request a full job description, please contact Annette Howlett at ahowlett@thunderbirdpf.org