WIIH Communications AssistantDate Posted: 04/29/2026About UsThe Dalla Lana School of Public Health is a Faculty of the University of Toronto that originated as one of the Schools of Hygiene begun by the Rockefeller Foundation in 1927. The School plays a critical role in the COVID-19 pandemic response and is now the largest public health school in Canada, with more than 850 faculty, 1,000 students, and research and training partnerships with institutions worldwide. With $53.3 million in research funding per year, the School contributes to improving population health through research and innovation in data science, AI, maternal health, climate change, implementation science, vaccine research, and many other areas.Your OpportunityAt the Waakebiness Institute for Indigenous Health, researchers and educators collaborate with community partners and Indigenous peoples to address disparities in health. The Institute conducts research and education initiatives to improve Indigenous health care delivery and to educate students on health equity.Role OverviewThe Communications Assistant reports to the Director of WIIH and supports the development and execution of the institute’s communications and marketing initiatives. This includes editing and maintaining digital assets, creating both digital and print promotional materials, updating the institute website, managing online and social media platforms, and supporting the planning and marketing of Indigenous research seminars, workshops,



and academic lectures.ResponsibilitiesFormatting and maintaining websites and communication templatesEditing promotional and outreach materials for internal and external stakeholdersEnsuring content aligns with brand identity guidelines and online formatting standardsSupporting communications and community networking for Indigenous cultural safety initiativesLiaising with contacts to coordinate and organize materials for seminars, workshops, and lecturesPreparing schedules for scheduled social media content releasesDrafting and editing content for print and online communications channels; collecting digital assets for online platformsDisseminating information via social media and tracking and monitoring activitiesEssential QualificationsBachelor's Degree in communications, creative writing, marketing or equivalent combination of education and experienceMinimum two years of relevant experience supporting the development of communications materials for strategic initiatives and/or programsExperience with editing promotional and outreach materials and supporting communication production for a diverse communityExperience drafting and editing content for print and/or online communications channelsExperience disseminating promotional and outreach materials via social media and other online channels to promote initiativesExperience collaborating with internal and external contacts to complete communication projectsKnowledge of Indigenous cultural safety and lived experience of Indigenous knowledgesExperience customizing, maintaining, and updating websitesExperience tracking and monitoring digital communications activitiesProficiency with content management systems (Drupal, WordPress), social media platforms, newsletter software, and survey toolsProficiency with Adobe Creative SuiteExcellent writing, proof‑reading, and editing skills with strong attention to detailExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to establish effective working relationships with stakeholdersProfessionalism and solid customer service orientationAbility to apply, implement, and contribute to standards, policies, protocols, processes and guidelinesAbility to manage multiple priorities and conflicting deadlines with flexibilityOrganizational and analytical skills with ability to work independently and in a team under pressureProject management skills and willingness to learn new technologies and stay informed on best practicesDesired AttributesAdaptableMeticulousOrganizedProactiveResourcefulResponsibleTeam playerJob DetailsTerm: Two (2) year term positionClosing Date: 05/13/2026, 11:59 PM ETSchedule: Full‑timePay: USW Pay Band 07 – $60,237 annually with step progression to a maximum of $77,035Lived Experience StatementCandidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity‑deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Wiih Communications Assistant - $60,237 - $77,035 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Dalla Lana School of Public Health
📍 Winnipeg