Job Title Communications Coordinator Compensation Range $6,143.67
- $8,830.25 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.
This position supports the School of Engineering by coordinating and executing communications projects and initiatives. This role is responsible for producing visual identities, publications, story content, and other communications materials. The position requires strong writing, design, publishing, videography, photography, and editing skills to ensure high standards and accuracy across print and web-based media.
This position reports to the Communications Manager, and works closely with the School of Engineering (SoE) Leadership and Management to meet the school's communications needs. It interacts with faculty, staff, students, and communications colleagues at the Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Office (UBC Vancouver) and UBC Okanagan University Relations.
Communications Coordination Coordinates the creation and delivery of communications materials to support events, workshops, and engagement initiatives. Assists in developing materials to support industry and donor engagement. Manages project timelines and deliverables, coordinating with content providers, editors, designers, and external services. Website & Social Media Maintains and updates website and social media content in alignment with School of Engineering goals. Co-develops, updates and implements web and social media communication plans in coordination with the Communications Manager. Collaborates with University Relations on web technologies and digital communications. Ensures content is relevant,



current, and accurate by working with staff and faculty.
Supports recognition efforts by preparing materials that highlight faculty, staff, and student accomplishments. Researches and interviews individuals to prepare biographical content for promotional use.
Prepares press releases and publicity materials in collaboration with University Relations. Writes, edits, and produces content for websites, brochures, media releases, and promotional materials. General Communications Support Provides photography and video services. Manages photo and video archives. Stays current with communications best practices.
Project Management Coordinates timelines, deliverables, and resources for communications-related projects. Tracks progress and ensures deadlines are met across multiple concurrent projects. Maintains documentation and reporting for project milestones and outcomes. Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project alignment. Identifies risks and implements mitigation strategies to keep projects on track. Supports budget tracking and resource allocation for communications initiatives.
Plans and executes events that support communications goals, including workshops and public engagements. Coordinates logistics such as venue booking, catering, and technical support. Develops promotional materials and manages event communications.



Works with faculty and staff to ensure event content aligns with School objectives. Liaises with vendors and service providers to ensure quality and timely delivery.
Errors in communication materials may negatively impact the School’s reputation, recruitment, fundraising, and public perception. Supervision Received Works independently under the direction of the Communication Manager and receives project-specific guidance from Leadership and Management Team.
Supervision Given Minimum Undergraduate degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
Preferred Experience coordinating communications projects across print and digital platforms.
Robust writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
Familiarity with social media tools and strategies.
Experience in a post‑secondary setting is an asset.
Ability to collaborate effectively and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office.
Knowledge of UBC Okanagan and the Kelowna region is an asset.
The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marita

📌 Head of Communications&PR (Winnipeg)
🏢 University of British Columbia
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