Communications and Administrative Coordinator

Summary

The University of Waterloo is seeking a Communications and Administrative Coordinator for a two-year temporary secondment/contract position within the Faculty of Environment's Intact Centre on Climate Adaptation. This role reports to the Managing Director and is responsible for implementing digital communication strategies, promoting research, and coordinating administrative tasks to support team operations. The Coordinator will enhance the Centre's visibility by creating content for digital and print formats, assisting with media outreach, and managing the Centre's public profile. Key duties include developing content for social media and newsletters, updating the Centre's website using WordPress, analyzing engagement metrics, and drafting reports. Administrative responsibilities involve scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and supporting event planning. The position requires post-secondary education or equivalent experience, with a minimum of two years in social media content creation and two years in administrative support, ideally within a research setting. Proficiency in MS Office, along with knowledge of LinkedIn, Instagram, MailChimp, Google Analytics, and Canva, is essential. Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills are also required.