Communication Event Planner

WorkSafeNB is looking to hire a one (1) year English written and spoken casual full-time Communication Event Planner.

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, the Communication Event Planner is responsible for coordinating and planning key events, developing timelines, and creating promotional materials that align with brand standards. This role involves proofreading and editing correspondence, collaborating with external service providers, and preparing marketing strategies to promote events and campaigns. Additionally, the Communication Event Planner will serve on planning committees, chair the annual staff meeting, respond to inquiries, and complete tasks assigned through communications request forms.

Salary And Hours Of Work:

• Hours of work are those required to perform the assigned tasks but shall not be less than 35 hours per week, 7 per day. Monday to Friday between 8:00-5:00 PM.
• The hourly rate for this position is $36.49. CUPE 1866 employees receive Step 1 of the pay band for the position appointment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate major organizational events, including the Occupational Health and Safety Conference, Day of Mourning, NAOSH Week, Disability Awareness Week, and other internal and external events such as trade shows. Duties include developing timelines, designing promotional materials, coordinating with graphic designers and printers, and providing planning guidance in collaboration with internal teams and committees.
• Participate actively in planning committees for events such as the Annual General Staff Meeting and the Years of Service and Retirement Dinner. Contributing to scheduling, coordination, and execution of event logistics.
• Respond to incoming inquiries via phone and email related to events. Draft and prepare communications materials including social media to promote events. Develop content and agendas for events, maintain detailed event timelines and records, and manage inventory of event materials. Order event-related items such as promotional items.
• Collaborate with external service providers for the development and maintenance of registration platforms and mobile apps to support event operations and attendee engagement.
• Prepare comprehensive event programs, including session scheduling, room assignments, and coordination with speakers and exhibitors. Secure necessary resources including entertainment, materials, and logistics to support successful event execution.
• Provide on-site coordination and support during events to oversee setup, direct vendors and volunteers, resolve issues, manage event flow, and ensure a positive experience for attendees, presenters, and partners.
• Perform other duties as assigned, adjusting responsibilities based on evolving organizational or event-specific needs.

Qualifications

• A University Degree in Communications or a related field.
• A minimum of three (3) years of related work experience in communications, public relations, or marketing, including drafting and reviewing legal contracts, government and public relations materials, news releases, announcements, and media correspondence.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and Adobe Acrobat Pro. Familiarity with app development and publishing platforms. Proficiency with communication and workflow tools such as Dropbox, MailerLite, Zoom, and graphic design programs. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey information clearly, engage diverse audiences, and respond to inquiries professionally.
• Demonstrated experience in developing marketing strategies, promotional campaigns, and event plans to support organizational goals, ensure compliance, and deliver clear, consistent messaging. Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment, supporting shared objectives and maintaining strong working relationships.
  

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Competencies:

• Ensuring Accountability
• Teamwork and Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Client-focused Service
• Enabling Communication
• Analytical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
• Information Gathering and Processing
• Problem Solving
• Event Planning

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Bilingualism (written and spoken) is an asset.

Your primary workspace will be from your in-home office, with the occasional expectation of in person meetings, for that reason, working from outside the province or country is not permissible.

If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity with WorkSafeNB, please apply online at www.worksafenb.ca by March 2, 2026.

We thank all those who apply however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

For more information about WorkSafeNB, or this and other employment opportunities, please visit our website at worksafenb.ca.

About Us
The team at WorkSafeNB is passionate about promoting health and safety in New Brunswick workplaces. We strive to make New Brunswick the safest place to work. However, injuries do occur, and when they do, we are committed to providing caring recovery and return to work services, benefits, and compensation to injured workers and their families. Culture is the heartbeat of the organization. The stronger it is, the further we go! Selected by our employees, our WorkSafeNB values shape our culture. We put our values of Accountability, Collaboration and Trust into ACTion. We demonstrate accountability by taking pride in and ownership of our work so we can take care of our clients and other New Brunswickers. Through collaboration, we build strong partnerships and innovate to achieve better outcomes. Trust guides our organization; we lead and listen with empathy and embrace diversity, inclusion and belonging. These ACTions shape us.