Schedule 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Education Level 2-year Community College diploma in Event Management, Marketing, or related field.

Career Level Requires 3 years of relevant experience.

Anticipated Fill Date ASAP

Job Description

Should the successful applicant be a Unifor Unit 1 bargaining unit member, who meets the eligibility conditions of Article 19.02 of the Unifor Unit 1 Collective Agreement, then the Limited Term Assignment will be defined as a Career Growth Opportunity in accordance with Article 19 of the Unifor Local 5555 Unit 1 Collective Agreement.

JD #: JD0298

Title: Coordinator, Communications and Events

Pay Grade: 6

Unit/Project Description

The Communications & Events Coordinator is central to advancing the Department’s communications, engagement, and event strategies through the

planning, development, and delivery of a broad range of communications initiatives. Reporting to the Director of Administration, the Coordinator leads

departmental communications channels, including the website, newsletters, publications, social media, video content, and promotional materials,

ensuring content is accurate, engaging, accessible, and aligned with organizational goals and brand standards. The incumbent develops and curates

stories that showcase departmental achievements, coordinates graphic design and branding activities, and fosters strong relationships with internal and

external communications partners, including the Faculty of Health Sciences Central Communications team.

The role also leads the planning and execution of key departmental events, overseeing all aspects of event coordination including logistics, communications,





budgeting, registration, and stakeholder engagement. In addition, the Communications & Events Coordinator monitors communications performance,

prepares reports and annual updates, supports major departmental reporting initiatives, and provides strategic communications advice to promote

consistent messaging, brand integrity, and community engagement across the Department.

This is a one-year contract position with a hybrid work arrangement that offers some flexibility for remote work. This role requires regular travel to

hospitalsites across Hamilton and may occasionally involve work outside of standard business hours to support scheduled events and departmental

activities.

About the Department of Surgery

Over its 50+ year history, the McMaster Department of Surgery has maintained a steadfast commitment towards thinking big and making it possible. We

are a Department with 11 surgical divisions and Royal College residency training programs; together, we are poised to unleash a future fueled by a

creative mindset and powered by our people.

The successful candidate will bring a positive, solutions-focused mindset, as we collectively work towards achieving the Department Vision.

C.R.E.A.T.E.

Culture

Research

Education

Advancement





Transformation through innovation & entrepreneurship

Excellence in patient care

About McMaster University

At McMaster University, our people are our most valuable asset. We strive to attract, develop, and retain the talented faculty and staff, and to foster

inclusive excellence which values the strengths, perspectives, and contributions of each individual. McMaster is recognized as one of the top employers

in the Hamilton/Niagara region and has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Diversity employers.

Working at McMaster University brings a robust total rewards package, which is more than just a salary. The elements and structure of the total rewards

packages vary by employee group but include:

- Employer Paid benefits including Extended Health, Dental, Emergency Out-of-Country Travel Coverage & Basic Life Insurance;
- Pension Plan Options & Post-Retirement Benefits;
- Training, coaching and professional development opportunities;
- Employee tuition assistance for development and education
- Opportunity to be a part of an academic environment working alongside professionals who share a passion for learning;
- Progressive paid annual vacation plan

Please see Total Rewards Overview for Unifor, Local 5555, Unit 1 for more Information.

Job Summary

Responsible for developing, planning, implementing and evaluating various departmental and community engagement events and activities.

Purpose and Key Functions

- Develop and implement marketing and community engagement strategies to promote existing and recent services, activities and events.
- Develop, cultivate, and maintain rela

📌 Coordinator, Communication and Events (Canada)
🏢 McMaster University
📍 Canada