Applications Due: July 29th, 2022
Contract: Part-time, Starting August 2021 - through Fall term 2022 and Winter term 2023
Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain connections with PACS (Peace and Conflict Studies) students through PACS social media platforms – including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and the PACS News site
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This would include promoting PACS events and related opportunities for professional development; promoting the social activities of PACS Students Society; and highlighting PACS current students and alumni stories.
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Assist in promoting, planning, and implementing PACS Sponsored Events including updating them online and, on the Conrad Grebel, weekly bulletin board as appropriate
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Design, write content and send out a bi-weekly newsletter for PACS and MPACS (Master of Peace and Conflict Studies) students using the MailChimp platform
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In consultation with the PACS Undergraduate Academic and Administrative Officer and the Conrad Grebel University College (CGUC) Communications Coordinator, work to maintain and update the PACS website with information in a timely and visually attractive manner. This could include:
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Updating and re-writing information pages to be web appropriate including maintaining and inserting links
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Maintaining PACS Internship and Co-op pages with links and connections to current and past students
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Regularly changing (once per month) “front pages” for the PACS web page in consultation with CGUC Communications Coordinator
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Identifying current PACS/MPACS students and alumni to interview and write their profiles as a strategy for promoting the PACS/MPACS program and courses
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Assist CGUC's Graphic design and Recruitment/Communications department in developing PACS promotional materials
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Updating PACS listserv, MailChimp and PACS Learn Hub subscriptions and requested removals
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Photograph events for sharing on the PACS webpage and social media platforms
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Keep the PACS bulletin board up to date with information on upcoming events and/or PACS related opportunities
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Promote PACS course offerings to students
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Assist in planning and implementing activities that promote the PACS/MPACS program
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Other related duties that may periodically be assigned
Skills Required
- Excellent communication skills – including first-rate writing skills and personable qualities
- Able to promote the PACS program in various formats – including in-person and various social media forums
- Working experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and PowerPoint)
- Working knowledge of developing student engagement content and managing Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and News site content
- Creativity, some knowledge of, or an “eye” for design principles for the web and social media
- A vision for connecting to fellow students and assisting in the continued growth of the student-led PACS Society
- Exceptional competency in time management, task management, and prioritizing in an independent work environment
- Proven in taking initiative and acting as a self-starter
- Consistent availability throughout the term
- Starting on August 22, 2022
- 10 hours per week for the Fall 2022 and Winter 2023 terms
- Enrolled in a PACS Plan
Pay Rate
- $15.50/hour
Additional Note
As part of developing ideas and activities to promote a sense of community, the PACS Communications Assistant is encouraged to serve with the PACS Students Society members. This position involves planning educational events for PACS students and acting as a liaison between PACS students and faculty/staff.
To Apply
To apply for the above position, please submit a cover letter explaining how you would qualify for the job and attach an up-to-date resume. Please also include two references that can be contacted as required.
Submit your resume to:
Ndagire Brendah
bndagire@uwaterloo.ca
519-885-0220 ext. 24269
Conrad Grebel University College
Room 2103B
PACS Program Communications Assistant job description
Deadline for Application: Friday, July 29th, 2022