Communications and Community Engagement Specialist

Job Title: Communications and Community Engagement Specialist

Type: Full Time (6-month contract with the possibility of an extension)

Location: Peel, Ontario (Hybrid)

Salary Range: $35 to $45 per hour plus benefits

The Metamorphosis Network is made up of over 100 non-profit agencies that, for decades, have formed the backbone of community services in Peel. Our purpose is to collaborate to achieve enhanced client service, knowledge transfer and service improvements for residents in the Regional Municipality of Peel.

Position Summary:

The Metamorphosis Network is seeking to hire a dynamic and driven communications and community engagement coordinator to engage in the successful implementation of the Network's community engagement and communication priorities in collaboration with the administrative team of the Network. This role will report to the Coordinator of the Metamorphosis Network.

Responsibilities (but not limited to):

• Regularly develop content for newsletters, social media accounts, websites, and print materials.
• Oversee regular website and social media account updates
• Lead efforts to engage partners in promoting Network messages and amplifying Network content
• Facilitate public participation in Network initiatives including e-actions, town halls and email campaigns
• Support with the facilitation and coordination of Network events including members meetings, town halls, and events with support from the administrative team.
• Coordinate, support, manage, and monitor all internal and external media requests such as radio requests and TV interviews with members of the Leadership Team.
• Create regular media monitoring reports on new and emerging areas of interest to the Leadership Team.
• Positively and professionally represent the Network in the community by participating and collaborating with community partners on various projects and initiatives as requested.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of relevant work experience in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field of profession.
• In-depth knowledge of media relations best practices and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media account management including Facebook, X, and Instagram.
• Excellent written communication and editing skills.
• Strong organizational skills and experience managing various projects with competing deadlines.
• Understanding of diversity, equity and inclusive practices.
• Available to work flexible hours, remotely and in-person as needed.
• Understanding of the social service sector in the Greater Toronto Area, especially the Region of Peel, will be considered as an asset.
• Aptitude with graphic programs such as Canva, and knowledge of HTML/CSS will be considered an asset

How to Apply

Please send your resume with a cover letter with subject line "Job Opening for Communications and Community Engagement Specialist" to Sean Meagher, Coordinator at jobs@communitymetamorphosis.ca Please ensure that your cover letter includes, in bold type, the nonprofit organizing or communications work from your past employment that you think is most relevant to this position.

The Metamorphosis Network is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from members of the BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+, and other equity-seeking groups.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be closed if a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.