MacDonnell Group, a Halifax based consulting firm, has an immediate opening for a marketing assistant to support training programs, community projects and cultural events.

Working with several business units, the successful candidate will: 

• Assist with the development and promotion of marketing campaigns;
• Coordinate logistics (facilities, equipment, etc.) and provide support for seminars, classes, conferences, and events;
• Conduct market research;
• Manage the content (updates/postings) and promote the corporate website;
• Maintain client lists and databases, research new targets;
• Create and distribute marketing collaterals, presentations and other documents; and,
• Assist with other day-to-day marketing activities as appropriate.

Desired qualifications: 

• Background in arts administration, public relations, or communications;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Excellent organization skills and high level of attention to detail;
• Ability to work extra hours for special events;
• Advanced computer skills – Microsoft Office suite, desktop publishing software and database management, as well as basic knowledge of HTML; and,
• Creative design skills.
• Website design and experience would be an asset.

Experience and a strong work ethic are the distinguishing factors we are seeking.

If this position interests you, please contact us are email address: R2008H@macdonnellgroup.com

1505 Barrington Street, Suite 1100, Halifax, Nova Scotia B3J 3K5