Catholic Education Communications Coordinator

Lead communications for WECDSB from the Catholic Education Centre, using media relations and digital content to engage diverse stakeholders effectively.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer/Chief Education Officer, this Coordinator supports communications across 44 schools and administrative offices. The role directs media relations, website and social media management, marketing initiatives, and crisis communications. It highlights student achievement, faith-filled learning, staff excellence, and Catholic education values.

• Develop strategic communications initiatives reflecting Catholic education values
• Serve as primary contact for local and educational media
• Draft and distribute releases, advisories, statements, and media kits
• Manage websites, intranets, and official social media platforms
• Deliver urgent communications during emergencies and disruptions

• Degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, or related discipline
• Three to five years of progressive communications or media experience
• Working knowledge of web content management systems
• Experience managing multi-channel social media and analytics
• Strong writing, judgment, discretion, and organizational skills

Bring media relations, digital communications, and crisis response expertise to WECDSB's Catholic education community.