Location: Guelph, ON, CA, N1G 2W1

Primary Category Page: Staff and Management

Division: AVP Academic

Department: Office of Teaching and Learning

Position covered by the Collective Agreement with USW Local 4120

Temporary full-time from 08/17/2026 to 08/18/2027

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General Purpose

The Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL) supports the University of Guelph’s pedagogical mission and provides expertise across our complex educational landscape. We invite applications for a Communications, Marketing and Events Coordinator to lead strategic communications planning, produce accessible and brand‑aligned content, manage web and SharePoint presence, steward social media channels, and coordinate OTL events that engage faculty, instructors, students, and partners. We are pleased to announce this exciting opportunity for a temporary, full-time Communications, Marketing and Events Coordinator to work with our team for one year.

Duties And Responsibilities

- Web, SharePoint & SEO/accessibility: Maintain and update the OTL website (Drupal/ContentHub); develop and maintain a central SharePoint for internal resources; coordinate content submissions; ensure content accuracy, AODA compliance, and SEO best practices (structure, metadata).
- Event coordination: Book spaces; build event pages (LibCal); send invitations; track RSVPs; place catering orders with Hospitality; confirm numbers/details; support event‑day logistics (signage, name tags, A/V liaison).
- Strategic marketing & communications planning: Develop proactive communications and engagement plans aligned with OTL and U of G brand/strategy; create and maintain an annual critical path for campaigns; advise on unit‑wide initiatives for consistency; monitor brand standards and ensure compliance.
- Content creation & editing: Draft, proof, and edit copy for web, email, print,



and slide decks; ensure voice, accuracy, and brand consistency; design the monthly OTL newsletter (graphics/layout) and distribute via Maestro; develop departmental templates and presentation materials; submit key events to U of G Insider.
- Social media strategy & execution: Define platform strategy, messages, and audiences; plan/create/schedule posts (graphics/text) with approvals; set editorial calendars each semester; monitor engagement; create brand‑consistent templates; track/analyze/report metrics and iterate content.

Requirements

- Diploma in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or related field; training/knowledge in AODA standards, web content best practices, and brand compliance.
- 1.5 years of previous related experience.
- Familiarity with Drupal, ContentHub, Sharepoint, Maestro, LibCal platform; ability to design for web/print; comfort with analytics/metrics and SEO; familiarity with accessibility checks (e.g., alt text, contrast).
- Strong project management; excellent written, visual, and interpersonal communication; attention to brand and accessibility; ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
- In addition, the ability to work independently and also effectively within a team-oriented team environment is critical to the functions of this role.

Employee Type: Temporary

Position Number:

Classification: USW, Local 4120 Salary: Band 5

USW Local 4120 Wage Grid

- Tentative evaluation; subject to final review.

At the University of Guelph, fostering a culture of inclusion is an institutional imperative. The University invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally underrepresented in employment, who may contribute to further diversification of our Institution.

Closing Date: 08/04/2026

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📌 Communications Marketing and Events Coordinator (Guelph)
🏢 University of Guelph
📍 Guelph