The employer is committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status or disability.
The employer welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
OPPORTUNITY:
Title: Coordinator, Content & Community
Reports to: Manager, Content & Social Strategy
Location: Golf Canada Head Office
Status: Full-Time
Ideal Start Date: August, 2024
OVERVIEW:
Golf Canada is the National Sports Federation and governing body for golf in Canada representing more than 340,000 golfers and 1,505 member clubs across the country. A proud member of the Canadian Olympic Committee, Golf Canada’s mission is to increase Canadian participation and excellence in golf while upholding the values of Fun, Inclusivity, Excellence, Integrity, Accountability.For more information about what Golf Canada is doing to support golf in your community, visit www.golfcanada.ca.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
1. Content creation & publishing: 40%
- Assist in the development and execution of timely content (design, video, written) to support Golf Canada’s Marketing and Communications plan.
- Demonstrate strength in content capture, video production and editing with an understanding of Golf Canada’s corporate voice.
- Support various Golf Canada initiatives and departments via storytelling
- Leverage a wholistic approach to ensure content is optimized across owned media channels
- Publish content in advance where possible and secure approval from relevant stakeholders
- Create content onsite and remotely covering Golf Canada’s competitions and events.
2. Planning, analysis & reporting: 20%
- Demonstrate a purposeful and results-driven approach to social media content creation including content calendar development
- Contribute to the development of Golf Canada’s editorial Calendar and secure alignment around key executions
- Meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Help develop innovative strategies to grow Golf Canada’s social following
- Measure and report on social media performance and KPIs
- Using analytics and real-time data to inform content deliverables
3. Community Management: 15%
- Engage with customers and followers via Golf Canada’s social media channels.
- Respond to questions and concerns in a timely manner
- Monitor, track and report on social media feedback using social media management software
4. Other duties: 25%
- Establish relationships with social media influencers.
- Stay up to date with social media trends and best practices across all channels.
- Build relationships with customers, industry professionals and journalists in the golf industry.
- Assist with new and ongoing marketing activities, working collaboratively with Professional Championships (RBC Canadian Open and CPKC Women’s Open), Amateur Championships, Commercial, Sport and Golf Services departments.
- Other duties as they may arise.
REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:
- A passion for golf or sports.
- Minimum of 2-years’ experience as a community manager, content creator or similar role.
- Strong writing and copy-editing skills.
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite applications, including Photoshop and Premiere Pro.
- Excellent verbal and writing communication skills.
- Willing to work unconventional hours (weeknights or weekends) as required.
- Knowledge of social marketing and how it can be optimized in an organization across all platforms.
- Degree in marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.
- A team player is who can work independently with a solution-oriented mindset.
- Exercise strong judgement and people skills in communicating with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrate an understanding of bilingual activities (English and French) to deliver an identical or comparable audience experience.
- French skills (oral and written) is considered an asset.
APPLICATION DETAILS:
Golf Canada – People and Culture
1333 Dorval Drive, Suite 1
Oakville, ON L6M 4X7
Apply via Career Page link below
How to apply: Please submit cover letter and resume to Career Page by July 14th, 2024 at 11:59pm ET. Golf Canada thanks all applicants and only select candidates will be contacted for an interview. Due to the nature of this position, there may also be some travel required and the need to work some weekends.
Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to the safety and protection of children and youth across our programs. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal check as a condition of employment.
Golf Canada is dedicated to employment equity and fostering diversity within the workplace in order to build an inclusive workforce where all employees have the opportunity to reach their potential. Golf Canada provides equal employment opportunities to employees regardless of their gender, race, religion, age, ability, sexual orientation, or marital status. We offer a family-friendly environment that allows for flexible work arrangements in order to support staff diversity and ensure a healthy work-life balance. We value and promote a culture of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. All information provided will be treated as confidential and used only to provide an accessible candidate experience.
Golf Canada is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (‘AODA’). If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at 905-849-9700
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