Communications & Engagement Specialist

Brock University is located on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, many of whom continue to live and work here today. This territory is covered by the Upper Canada Treaties and is within the land protected by the Dish with One Spoon Wampum Agreement. We are one of Canada’s outstanding comprehensive universities, where excellence and innovation thrive! Brock has been recognized as a Top Employer in Hamilton-Niagara for seven consecutive years. We have been ranked #3 as Canada’s Best Employers and top 10 as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity. For 2025, Brock has been proudly recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Company Culture, ranked seventh by Forbes in partnership with Statista. At Brock, you will find a welcoming, inclusive community and an exciting range of meaningful career opportunities. Ignite new possibilities for your career. Break through at Brock. Post End Date: July 17, 2026 at 11:59 PM This job advertisement is to fill an existing vacancy in the Administrative Professional (Employee Group) About the Role: Reporting to Associate Director, Graduate Education Engagement, the Communications & Engagement Specialist is responsible for the management, development and implementation of the strategic design and execution of all internal communications and marketing projects in the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs (FGSPA). It plays an integral role in supporting student retention initiatives, producing content targeted at enriching a current student’s experience at Brock. The Communications & Engagement Specialist liaises with the University Marketing and Communications department, committees/student groups and all Graduate Program Faculties across campus to ensure all University branding and standards are met. The position is responsible for engaging current students in the available professional development initiatives and for sharing the research success stories of graduate students. The Communications & Engagement Specialist will: Develop detailed work plans, project schedules, resource plans, and briefings across the FGSPA portfolio on an on-going basis; Create content and prepare all student communications for current graduate students, including weekly newsletters, emails and letters, videos, ensuring compliance with accessibility and branding standards; Prepare speaking notes for Dean and Associate Dean of Graduate Studies for Faculty events; Develop comprehensive, cohesive and branded graphic design as well as formatting and editing to all Faculty of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs reports and materials; Coordinate on-campus branding/signage in partnership with Marketing and Communications team; Provide communications support for signature events, such as convocation experience, knowledge translation competitions, graduate student conferences and orientation (i.e., design branded materials, promote, advertise, write content, photography, etc.); Act as the internal lead for FGSPA Campaign Monitor email management software and ensure internal and external lists are being used and managed properly in accordance with relevant legislation (i.e., Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Canada’s Anti-Spam legislation, etc.); Build a digital brand community across all graduate study faculties; Manage the Faculty of Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs website and sub sites and establish a content strategy, including daily content creation and maintenance, regular content audits to ensure accessibility and search engine optimization and supporting web maintainers via editing support and best practices; Support and work collaboratively with staff from University Marketing & Communications on website standards, web content placement and special messages to share graduate studies content via University main webpage; Plan, create, execute, upload and maintain innovative, creative vibrant and engaging video content to highlight graduate students' impact on the community; Write impactful Brock news stories (i.e., student funding and research opportunities, student success stories, and Faculty initiatives); Key Skills and Experience: Undergraduate degree in a related field of study (i.e., Digital Humanities, Marketing, Communications, etc.); A minimum of two (2) years of experience in communications, media relations, public relations, or marketing; Experience in managing a brand account; Strong portfolio demonstrating an ability to conceptualize, design and execute strategic, results-driven creative suited to engage audiences across multiple channels and platforms; Ability to design graphics, ensuring professional appearance and consistency with brand/accessibility standards; Detailed knowledge of computer application skills including Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Adobe Acrobat, web applications, and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram, Hootsuite, etc.), as well as WordPress CMS; Demonstrated prior experience managing and creating website content (maintenance, design, editing, creating) for more than one department; Strong project management, brand management, and marketing research skills, and the ability to effectively manage multiple projects from conception to implementation and work effectively with employees at all levels; Preferred or Asset Skills: Familiarity with Web Accessibility standards and designing for inclusive experiences; Knowledge of Google Analytics, as well as Google and Facebook advertising; Working knowledge of filming and video production, and basic understanding of graphic design concepts and programs. Salary and Total Rewards: Job Grade L, Salary Scale $67,721.00 - 108,353.00; Target Hiring Range: $67,721.00 - 68,289.00* This is Fixed-Term Contract includes: Vacation: Up to 3 weeks per year, in addition to university holidays. Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work schedule available. *The final salary is based on experience, internal equity, and budget considerations within the target hiring range. We are committed to offering flexible work arrangements where possible as outlined in our Flexible Work Arrangement Policy. As a student-centered organization, all employees are required to work on campus as needed. Brock University is committed to creating a respectful and equitable workplace. We strive to foster a culture of diversity and inclusion in our work and learning environments. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, Indigenous Peoples, people who identify as Black, African and/or Caribbean, as racialized and/or as from ethnic and cultural minority groups, and other underrepresented demographic groups at Brock and in the Niagara region. Brock also recognizes intersectionality and the interconnected identities, histories, and experiences of these aforementioned groups. We are committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, and we accommodate the needs of applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment process, as outlined in our Employment Accommodation Policy and consistent with the requirements of the Ontario Human Rights Code. Please contact talent@brocku.ca  if you require a disability related accommodation so we can ensure your participation needs are met. Brock University does not use AI Technology at any stage of the recruitment process. We appreciate all applications received. Candidates that are selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about Brock University by visiting www.brocku.ca. Brock University is a comprehensive institution with rich academic programs and world-class research activity. Located in Ontario’s scenic Niagara region on the traditional territory of the Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe peoples, Brock is situated in a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. With nearly 600 full-time faculty members and researchers, Brock's robust academic scope offers more than 70 undergraduate programs and 50 graduate programs in seven dynamic Faculties. The University’s 19,000 students come from across Canada and around the world. Brock’s renowned student experience is enriched by an emphasis on experiential education, as illustrated by community partnerships, volunteerism and one of Ontario's largest and most successful co-op programs. Learn more at brocku.ca.