Digital Engagement & Event Specialist

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Post End Date:
January 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM. This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group).

Please note:
This is a fixed‑term contract ending April 2027.

Reporting to the Director, Co‑op, Career & Experiential Education (CCEE), the Digital Engagement & Event Specialist is responsible for the execution and management of the CCEE digital brand presence and the planning and coordination of CCEE and on‑campus employer recruitment events. The incumbent will create compelling marketing and branding materials to increase student and interested parties’ engagement. The Digital Engagement & Event Specialist will be responsible for partner engagement and marketing strategies through the operations of the events and digital marketing offerings.

• Execute the communications and event strategy through collaboration with unit leads to support the institution’s and CCEE’s strategic priorities;
• Conduct research and analysis of various events and marketing initiatives that impact student and internal engagement across all operations within CCEE;
• Execute the ongoing engagement strategy, including the development of CCEE collateral to ensure consistency across all departments in the unit and uphold brand standards;
• Liaise with internal and external support services to reserve and coordinate services required for events;
• Organize event‑related promotional materials, and attend events and oversee on‑site coordination;
• Manage the CCEE website and sub‑sites, and enhance the website and social media platforms by creating and utilizing analytics;
• Build a digital brand community for CCEE across various social media accounts;
• Develop and execute a multi‑faceted digital communication strategy to ensure timely publication of relevant news, events, opportunities, and student recognition;
• Act as the internal lead for CCEE’s Campaign Monitor email management software and ensure internal and external lists are being used and managed properly in accordance with relevant legislation.

Please note this position may be required to work occasional evenings and weekends depending on operational needs.

• Undergraduate degree or college diploma in a relevant field (such as Marketing, Event Planning, Communications, Public Relations, Graphic Design or New Media);
• Content development, professional website, and social media communications experience;
• Experience managing a brand account and/or event planning in complex environments;
• Ability to design graphics, ensuring professional appearance and consistency with brand/accessibility standards using a variety of programs/emerging technologies;
• Strong creativity and visual design skills, with the ability to conceptualize and create videos including operating video and audio equipment and editing video content;
• Detailed knowledge of all social media (Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, Instagram, etc.), as well as Word Press CMS;
• Demonstrated ability in planning and coordinating events;
• Understanding of higher education, networking, and/or career‑related events;
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Ability to clearly and simply articulate concepts,…