Marketing and Communications Specialist

Position Overview

Wellchild Niagara is seeking a creative and motivated Marketing Specialist to support the development of a strong, consistent, and long-term marketing foundation for our organization.

This is an exciting opportunity to help shape how Wellchild Niagara presents itself to the community by creating high-quality, reusable marketing materials and supporting strategies that will extend beyond the contract period.

The Marketing Specialist will play a key role in increasing awareness of our programs, strengthening community engagement, and ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms.

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program (pending approval).

To be eligible, applicants must:

Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment
Be legally entitled to work in Canada
Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act

Key ResponsibilitiesMarketing & Content Creation

Develop and schedule content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
Create evergreen marketing materials such as templates, posters, and digital graphics
Support storytelling that highlights programs, impact, and community engagement
Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communications

Digital & Brand Support

Assist with website updates and content development
Support creation of promotional materials for camps and programs
Capture and organize photos and media (with consent)
Help build and maintain Wellchild Niagara’s visual identity

Community Engagement

Support outreach and promotional efforts to increase awareness of programs
Assist with campaigns for registration periods and seasonal programming
Contribute to strengthening community partnerships and visibility in Niagara

Administration & Coordination

Maintain content calendars and marketing organization systems
Track basic engagement and reach metrics
Participate in team meetings and marketing planning discussions

Skill Development & Learning Outcomes

This role offers hands-on experience in:

Nonprofit marketing and brand development
Social media management and digital content creation
Graphic design and communications strategy
Building a long-term marketing toolkit for organizational use
Project coordination and creative planning

Ongoing supervision and mentorship will be provided throughout the contract.

Qualifications

Interest or experience in marketing, communications, or media
Familiarity with social media platforms
Basic Canva or design tool experience
Strong written communication skills
Interest in community programming or nonprofit work
Ability to work independently and manage tasks

Assets

Experience with photography, videography, or branding
Experience with email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp)
Familiarity with website platforms (Wix, Squarespace, etc.)
Experience in community or youth-focused environments

Skills & Attributes

Creative and detail-oriented
Strong communicator and storyteller
Organized and self-motivated
Able to manage multiple tasks
Collaborative and open to feedback
Aligned with Wellchild Niagara’s values of safety, inclusion, and community

Equity & Inclusion

Wellchild Niagara is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from Indigenous youth, racialized youth, youth with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ+ youth, and newcomers to Canada.

Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process.

Why Join Wellchild Niagara

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the long-term visibility of a growing nonprofit dedicated to children’s wellbeing in Niagara. You will contribute to building the marketing foundation that will support Wellchild Niagara’s growth and impact for years to come.

Pay: From $20.90 per hour

Benefits:

• On-site parking

Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Catharines, ON L2N 6N8