Research Communications and Knowledge Mobilization Officer (50% FTE, Term)

Date Posted: 05/06/2024

Req ID: 37114

Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science

Department: Dept of Sociology

Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Position Number: 00051981

Description:

About us: The Faculty of Arts & Science is the heart of Canada's leading university and one of the most comprehensive and diverse academic divisions in the world. The strength of Arts & Science derives from our combined teaching and research excellence in the humanities, sciences and social sciences across 29 departments, seven colleges and 46 interdisciplinary centres, institutes and programs. We can only realize our mission with the dedication and excellence of engaged staff and faculty. The diversity of opportunities and perspectives within the Faculty reflect the local and global landscape and the need for curiosity, innovative thinking and collaboration. At Arts & Science, we take pride in our legacy of innovation and discovery that has changed the way we think about the world. The Centre for Global Social Policy, housed in the Department of Sociology, supports collaborative, international research that speaks to pressing social policy concerns. Its work is currently focused on several projects related to child and elder care across nine different country contexts. The Centre supports faculty and student research using a variety of research methods. The Centre works with stakeholders in the academic, policy, and non-profit sectors. Department of Sociology is consistently the top-ranked sociology department in Canada and considered one of the best in the world.

Your opportunity: Reporting to the Director, Centre for Global Social Policy and under the general supervision of the Assistant Director of the Centre for Global Social Policy, the Research Communications Officer will support various activities related to the knowledge translation (KT) and knowledge mobilization (KM). The incumbent will also contribute to the development of a strategic communication plan to help the Centre maintain relationships with key Canadian and international stakeholders, disseminate research findings, and produce digital and print content that furthers the Centre's mission. This is a one year, 50% FTE, term position.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Implementing digital communication plans across a broad range of marketing/communication channels
• Writing and editing copy and content for a variety of academic and non-academic audiences
• Organizing and executing event activities
• Determining logistical details and activities for events and/or programming
• Liaising with colleagues across the University to ensure consistent and/or integrated messaging
• Creating and maintaining presence on social media platforms
• Building and strengthening relationships with stakeholders and partners of strategic importance
• Overseeing and implementing website enhancement activities to support project/program goals and objectives

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Sociology, Economics or a related field, or acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum four (4) years of related experience working in media, communications, or public relations, preferably in a university of policy setting
• Demonstrated experience contributing to the development of and implementing communications strategies and plans
• Experience creating and editing content (brochures, newsletters, websites and/or handbooks), layout/production and desktop publishing
• Ability to understand complex information and concepts and successfully translate them into clear, concise and compelling messages
• Experience working with social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and generating positive media coverage
• Experience with planning and coordinating logistics for in-person and virtual events
• Experience coordinating meeting schedules, agendas, materials, action and follow-up items
• Excellent written communication skills, demonstrated through writing for academic and non-academic audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Web content management and design software including Adobe Creative Suite or related tools
• Familiarity with online registration software (e.g., Eventbrite) and survey software
• Excellent attention to detail and solid copyediting and proofreading skills
• Understanding the needs and sensitivities of different audiences and adapting appropriate writing style and content
• Client-services oriented with demonstrated listening and critical thinking skills
• Strong decision-making skills; superior planning and project management skills with a focus on executing and competing tasks under pressure and within deadlines
• Ability to work effectively individually and within a team environment while coordinating tasks and events showing creativity, initiative and strong judgement
• Ability to maintain a broad perspective; strong communication and interpersonal skills with an ability to foster and maintain effective relationships with all levels of faculty, staff, and senior administration

Assets (Nonessential):

• Ability to communicate in French and/or Spanish, Italian, Korean, Mongolian, Sinhalese or Tamil
• Experience with data visualization software
• Subject matter knowledge in Sociology, Feminist Economics, Public Health, and/or Public Policy Studies

To be successful in this role you will be:

• Articulate
• Organized
• Proactive
• Self-directed
• Tactful
• Team player

Closing Date: 05/15/2024, 11:59PM ET

Employee Group: USW

Appointment Type : Grant - Term

Schedule: Part-Time

Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone: USW Pay Band 11 -- $36,874 with an annual step progression to a maximum of $47,155. Pay scale and job class assignment is subject to determination pursuant to the Job Evaluation/Pay Equity Maintenance Protocol.

Job Category: Communication/Media/Public Relations

Note: This is a one-year, 50% FTE, term position.

Lived Experience Statement Candidates who are members of Indigenous, Black, racialized and 2SLGBTQ+ communities, persons with disabilities, and other equity deserving groups are encouraged to apply, and their lived experience shall be taken into consideration as applicable to the posted position.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement The University of Toronto embraces Diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission. As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission. The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected].

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