Marketing And Communications Coordinator

**ABOUT US**
Turning Leaf is a non-profit, charitable organization that provides person-centered, crisis and treatment services to low and high-risk vulnerable and marginalized individuals living with mental illness and intellectual challenge in our community. We are very pleased to be recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers of 2023! This special designation recognizes Turning Leaf as a leader in not only our industry, but as one of the top places to work in the province.
Turning Leaf’s support is customized to every individual’s needs and risk level. We offer crisis-intervention and treatment services, community support, day program services, residential support (including emergency housing, 24-hour homes, cluster housing, and home share), a harm reduction program, clinical services, indigenous services and more.
**WHO WE SUPPORT**
The participants of our programs are often deeply impacted by their circumstances which can become barriers to living safely and independently in the community. Trauma, homelessness, poverty, addictions, discrimination, sexual exploitation, societal stigmas, and lack of access to resources are some of the barriers our participants face every day.
**MAKE AN IMPACT**
Being a part of the Turning Leaf family means you will have the opportunity to make a direct and positive impact on people’s lives every day. The work is challenging in all the best ways and deeply rewarding. Many of our employees say they have found their life’s purpose while working here.
Turning Leaf provides ongoing, meaningful training to ensure we remain an industry leader and that our employees have the skills and confidence to be successful in their careers. We are an organization that pledges to uphold a workplace culture of inclusion, diversity, compassion, and respect.
- **New Hire Incentive Program:
Full/Part-Time new hires will receive a $200 bonus after six months of employment**_
**MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR JOB SUMMARY**
Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Marketing and Communications Coordinator is primarily responsible for supporting the department in executing the annual marketing plan, communications functions, championing the Agency’s report writing, overseeing social media, and assisting with graphic design and photography.
The Marketing and Communications Coordinator also collaborates with all departments as needed to help further the agency’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives.
**ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS**
- Cover letter and Resume are required
- 18 years of age or older
- ENCOURAGED BUT OPTIONAL:
Please submit online graphic design and/or photography portfolios (website, social media pages, etc.) or submit digital samples of your work with your cover letter and resume
- Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing and Communications and/or Creative Communications Diploma preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- An education in the fields of marketing, communications, project management, advertising, public relations, or business may be acceptable.
- Minimum three years of relevant work experience in a corporate setting.
- Available 40 hours per week Monday to Friday in office hours with the willingness to work some evenings when necessary.
- Clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Check, Adult &
Child Abuse Registry Check and (no older than three months).
- Proficient working with Canva, WordPress, DonorPerfect, and Constant Contact is an asset.
- Photography, photo editing and graphic design skills are an asset.
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook, OneNote and PowerPoint.
- Extensive social media management experience.
- Experience in fundraising an asset.
- Experience working in a non-profit organization, especially in the mental health/social services sector is an asset.
- Experience working with vulnerable people and people with disabilities is an asset.
- Valid Standard First Aid/CPR Certification preferred.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.
- Three employment references.
**QUALITIES AND QUALIFICATIONS**
- Solid project/time management skills and prioritizing tasks with action items.
- Superior interpersonal skills and comfortable in interactions with all levels of staff. Maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally.
- Strong academic and creative writer with meticulous copyediting skills.
- Exceptional reporting skills, including data and research gathering and interpretation.
- Knowledge of traditional and digital marketing practices.
- Skilled in designing strategic, persuasive marketing materials.
- Problem solver with a gift for formulating and implementing effective, unique solutions.
- Ability to delegate appropriately and effectively.
- Excellent listening, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
- Intrinsically motivated self-starter with a desire for chall