Marketing and Communications Specialist

We’re seeking a passionate and purpose-driven Marketing & Communications Specialist to bring our mission to life through compelling storytelling, smart strategy, and creative campaigns. This is your chance to use your marketing talent to make a measurable difference, elevating the voice of responsible business and helping shape the future of sustainable development in Canada.

As the Marketing & Communications Specialist, you will lead and execute a holistic, omnichannel marketing and communications strategy that strengthens our brand, grows our national presence and connects with businesses across Canada.

Key Responsibilities

Marketing & Brand Strategy

• Collaborate on the development and drive the execution of an integrated, omnichannel marketing strategy that supports the organization’s mission and growth objectives.
• Identify and activate brand and promotion opportunities across the marketing funnel.
• Develop and manage compelling content and creative assets for digital and print channels such as presentation decks, event materials, and brochures to ensure consistency and maximize audience engagement.
• Own and manage campaign timelines, marketing calendars, and communications workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Programs, Engagement, Global Compact Office, Regional Offices, other Network Offices) to support go-to-market strategies for new programs and innovations.
• Develop post-campaign reports, analyze performance metrics, and share insights to continuously improve campaign impact.
• Act as a brand champion and ensure consistent use of brand guidelines across all touchpoints.
• Support market and audience research, persona development, and competitive analysis to inform campaign strategy and audience segmentation.

Communications & Media Relations

• Design and implement a strategic communications plan to position the UN Global Compact Network of Canada as a national thought leader in corporate sustainability.
• Create and edit high-quality content, including press releases, key messages, briefing notes, speeches, and newsletters.
• Manage media relations, build relationships with journalists, and secure earned media coverage.
• Liaise with other UN Global Compact offices to align messaging with global campaigns and communications.

Digital & Web Management

• Oversee the website and associated microsites, including content development, UX optimization, SEO strategy, and regular content audits.
• Ensure digital platforms are accessible, on-brand, and aligned with organizational priorities.
• Manage digital tools such as WordPress, Hootsuite, Adobe, Salesforce/Pardot, Canva, and others.

Collaboration

• Establish internal marketing workflows to ensure coordination and consistency across programs and campaigns.
• Work closely with internal teams and external partners to execute seamless, data-informed campaigns and storytelling.
  

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• 5+ years of progressive experience in marketing and communications, including brand strategy, campaign execution, and content development.
• Proven experience managing omnichannel campaigns across web, email, social, and print.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to adapt voice and tone for different audiences.
• Experience with website management, SEO, and CMS tools (e.g., WordPress, Elementor).
• Familiarity with digital analytics tools and CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce/Pardot).
• Excellent project management and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, hybrid team environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset.

Preferred

• Experience in sustainability, ESG, social impact or corporate responsibility sectors.
• Background in B2B marketing
• Bilingualism in English and French is a strong asset.

WHAT WE OFFER

At the UN Global Compact Network Canada (UNGCNC), we believe in supporting our team with a comprehensive and people-centred workplace experience. We’re proud to offer a robust package that reflects our commitment to wellness, equity, professional growth, and meaningful work.

A ROBUST COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Extended health and dental benefits for you and your dependents
• Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Parental leave top-up to support growing families

A COMMITMENT TO WELLNESS

• Flexible hybrid work model to support work-life integration
• Work from the Centre for Social Innovation, a dynamic, inclusive co-working space in Toronto
• Minimum three (3) weeks of annual vacation (increasing with tenure) plus paid time off between Christmas and New Year.
• Six (6) paid sick days and three (3) personal days annually
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and personal support

A CULTURE OF LEARNING & GROWTH

• Funds for professional development and opportunities for team learning
• Opportunities for local and global stretch assignments, cross-team collaboration, and innovation

AN INCLUSIVE & PURPOSE-DRIVEN WORKPLACE

• Centrally located workspace in mid-town Toronto, accessible via public transit and close to parking options
• An inclusive and accessible co-working environment designed to foster collaboration and accommodate diverse needs

MEANINGFUL WORK WITH GLOBAL IMPACT

As part of UN Global Compact Network Canada, you’ll work alongside a passionate and talented team committed to advancing the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact and driving progress on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Canada.

You’ll contribute to a global movement for ethical and sustainable business, supported by a dynamic leadership team and empowered to create real, systemic change.

HOW TO APPLY

All interested candidates should send a cover letter detailing their fit for the position as described and a resume to hr@globalcompact.ca by August 31, 2025 at 5PM.

UN Global Compact Network Canada proudly champions diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from qualified candidates from Indigenous, racialized, LGBTQI2S+ communities, those who identify as disabled, and those with intersectional identities.

Must be eligible to work in Canada.

SELECTION PROCESS

While we appreciate all submissions, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for next steps.

• For selected candidates, the HR team of the UN Global Compact Network Canada will conduct an initial 30-minute screening call and a secondary 15-minute screening call.
• For first-round candidates, the leadership team will conduct a 45-60 minute interview focused on competencies, skills, and experience.
• For second-round candidates, the leadership team will conduct a 45-60 minute interview focused on competencies, skills, and experience.