About this position

POSITION TITLE: Digital Engagement Officer
POSITION LOCATION: Ottawa
REPORTS TO: Senior Manager, Communications & Philanthropy
POSITION LEVEL: C
APPLICATION DEADLINE: July 7, 2019

World University Service of Canada (WUSC) is a leading Canadian non-profit organization in international development, committed to building a more equitable and sustainable world. We work with a unique and powerful network of post-secondary institutions, private-sector partners and volunteers to provide education, employment and empowerment opportunities that improve the lives of millions of disadvantaged youth around the world. WUSC’s activities seek to balance inequities and create sustainable development around the globe; the work ethic of our staff, volunteers, representatives and partners shall correspond to the values and mission of the organization. WUSC promotes responsibility, respect, honesty, and professional excellence and we will not tolerate harassment, coercion and sexual exploitation and abuse of any form.

WUSC (World University Service of Canada) is a Canadian non-profit organization working to create a better world for all young people. We bring together a diverse network of students, volunteers, schools, governments, and businesses who share this vision. Together, we foster youth-centered solutions for education, economic opportunities, and empowerment to overcome inequality and exclusion in over 25 countries across Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Working closely with the communications and philanthropy team, the Digital Engagement Officer’s primary responsibility will be to translate the organization’s policy, public engagement, and fundraising frameworks and work plans into engaging digital products and content.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Translate strategic positioning, policy influence, fundraising, and public engagement frameworks into actionable social media strategies, campaigns, and content.
• Support the designing of social media visual assets (i.e. photo, video).
• Monitor corporate social media channels and coordinate engagement with our network of followers.
• Develop compelling, regular email communications for partners, donors, and the broader WUSC network.
• Schedule blogs and coordinate the regular updating of website content.
• Regularly report on social media and google analytics, to help identify trends and recommend optimization for digital communications and fundraising campaigns
• Support the capacity-building of staff and volunteers on social media use.
• Manage the WUSC photo and video asset database.

Qualifications

• University degree in a related field
• Knowledge of social media tools, trends, and best practices essential
• Knowledge of websites and content publishing (e.g. Wordpress, HTML) essential
• Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, Google Suite) essential
• Basic design and video-editing skills (e.g. Adobe Creative) a strong asset
• Experience working for a non-profit and/or in international development preferred
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission and values of WUSC
• Ability to multi-task
• Must be motivated, creative, hardworking, optimistic, and a team player
• Must be available for occasional weekend and evening work. Time in lieu will be provided.

Languages: English and French required

Why work with us?

WUSC offers a dynamic international work environment with a diverse workforce. Employees have exciting opportunities to apply their skills and gain experience all while making a difference for youth around the world. We offer an environment that encourages continuous learning and professional development. Technical Advisors at WUSC have the capacity and access to influence corporate decisions and contribute to the development of key organizational strategies, plan and policies.

The WUSC office is centrally-located in Hintonburg, Ottawa. We offer competitive benefits, four weeks of annual leave (for full-time employees), safe and healthy working conditions, and fair compensation.

Applications:

WUSC is an equal opportunity employer.  We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.  No telephone calls please.

If you wish to apply for this position, please follow this link to register on WUSC’s candidate database.

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