[Hiring] Advancement Communications and Events Officer @Queen's University

Role Description

The Advancement Communications and Events Officer works collaboratively with Advancement colleagues and university partners to plan, promote, and execute alumni and donor-focused events and programs that support Advancement and university-wide strategic priorities. These experiences and related communications are designed to strengthen constituent engagement, deepen connections with Queen's, and support the university's broader philanthropic goals.

• Develops and implements communications plans that drive awareness, participation, and engagement in Advancement events and programs.
• Creates and builds event invitations and email communications.
• Writes and updates web copy.
• Builds event registration pages and forms.
• Plans, project manages, and executes alumni and donor-focused events.
• Coordinates all aspects of event logistics and delivery in collaboration with internal and external partners.
• Develops and administers post-event surveys and supports the collection of participant feedback and event results.
• Tailors events and related communications to a range of audiences, including alumni, donors, prospective donors, volunteers, community members, and the Queen's University Alumni Association (QUAA).
• Performs market scans, recommends the focus of communications, and develops measurement criteria to evaluate effectiveness.
• Manages ongoing communication projects for publications and social media.
• Serves as editor/publisher for print and digital publications.

The schedule for this position requires the incumbent to work variable hours on a regular basis, including evenings and weekends. In addition, travel is an inherent part of the position.

Qualifications

• Four-Year Bachelor Degree or equivalent.
• Requires trade certification, qualification, or ongoing learning to remain ahead of changes in technology or emerging fields.

Requirements

• More than 3 years and up to and including 5 years of experience.
• Experience working at a post-secondary education institution considered an asset.
• Experience in data, trend analysis, and reporting considered an asset.
• Experience in planning and/or managing projects considered an asset.
• Experience in managing/developing strategic communication plans considered an asset.
• Experience planning, coordinating, and/or managing events or promotions considered an asset.
• G Driver's Licence required.
• Valid Passport with no travel restrictions is required.

Benefits

• Support in recruitment processes for applicants requiring accommodation due to a protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Company Description

Queen’s University is the Canadian research-intensive university with a transformative student learning experience. We are committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals from equity-seeking groups.