Description
The O'Brien Institute for Public Health in the Cumming School of Medicine invites applications for a Communications Coordinator. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension.
Reporting to the Director, Strategic Operations, the Communications Coordinator will support internal, community, and public communications initiatives that enhance the Institute's impact. Their work will play a critical role in knowledge exchange, ensuring that research reaches key audiences, informs policy, and drives meaningful change.
Summary of Key Responsibilities (job functions include but are not limited to):
Qualifications / Requirements:
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Post-secondary diploma/degree in a relevant area such as communications, public relations or journalism
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Minimum 3 to 5 years of related communications experience
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Highly developed organizational skills, augmented by a confident aptitude in the planning and generation of the total spectrum of communications tools
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Demonstrated excellence in writing and editing for a variety of audiences and platforms
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Experience writing news stories, feature articles and digital content using Canadian Press (CP) style
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Experience translating complex research and technical information into accessible, audience-focused communications
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Proficiency and experience with web publishing tools, such as Drupal, WordPress
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Proven expertise in social media strategies and in managing social media channels
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Proficient in the Adobe suite, including InDesign and Photoshop, will be considered an asset
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Experience producing a variety of communications tools aimed at various or diverse audiences
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Experience creating video content, including filming, editing and producing short-form promotional and social media videos, is considered an asset
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Proficient in Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
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Experience planning, scheduling, carrying out and overseeing the conduct of communications tasks
Ability to adjust work flow and priorities to meet multiple demands and tackle key pressures
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Application Deadline: June 18 2026
We would like to thank all applicants in advance for submitting their resumes. Please note, only those candidates chosen to continue on through the selection process will be contacted.
This position is part of the AUPE bargaining unit, and falls under the Specialist/Advisor Job Family, Phase 2.
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About the University of Calgary
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