The Opportunity
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC), the leader in wetland conservation, is looking for an exceptional communicator to join our team for an 11-month term position.
As a Marketing and Communications Specialist for DUC, you will build communications plans and provide marketing and communications materials to the provincial conservation team in Saskatchewan.
You are a self-motivated, energetic collaborator who thrives in a fast-paced environment. In addition to possessing strong organizational and interpersonal skills, you have demonstrated expertise in applying communications and marketing theory, methods and techniques in support of strategic internal and external communications planning.
You are a creative problem solver with an ability to work cross-functionally and proactively identify areas where support can be provided. Attention to detail, ability to meet deadlines, the capacity to handle a high volume workload and strong project management skills are vital in this role.
Your minimum five years of directly related experience will make you the ideal candidate for this position. Your ability to see the bigger picture will make you a great asset to our team!
Requirements
A degree or diploma with a focus on communications and/or marketing.
Excellent writing, editing and proofing skills.
Ability to develop a variety of communications materials for various mediums (i.e. advertisements, brochures, posters, TV ads, flyers, media releases, etc.); experience in policy writing would be an asset.
Experience with external communications and media relations.
Web writing experience and knowledge of social media.
Must have a passion for conservation, the environment, and the outdoors.
Previous experience working for a conservation organization would be considered an asset.
How to Apply
In Canada we lose up to 80 acres of wetlands every 24 hours. We need your help to stop this loss. If you’re qualified and interested in this opportunity, please submit your cover letter (including salary expectations) and resumé for confidential consideration to the attention of: Carly Bjornsson, HR Generalist Ducks Unlimited Canada, Email:
resumes@ducks.ca
Closing deadline: November 20, 2015
Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) is the leader in wetland conservation. A registered charity, DUC partners with government, industry, non-profit organizations and landowners to conserve wetlands that are critical to waterfowl, wildlife and the environment. Learn more at ducks.ca.
While DUC would like to thank all applicants, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted.