Why Work for Toronto Foundation for Student Success (TFSS):
TFSS is recognized as a top 100 charity in Canada. You will be part of a thriving organization that truly makes a direct, positive impact on the lives of children and youth across Toronto.
The Opportunity
If you are a born communicator and strategic thinker, with strong marketing and design skills, this may be the job for you. As the Marketing and Communications Specialist, you will provide support across a full range of marketing and communications initiatives in line with the TFSS’ strategic objectives, brand maintenance and client care goals. You will:
- Work cross-departmentally to support/design marketing and communications deliverables, including:
- Marketing Materials: Provide ongoing review and revision of collateral prepared by the Development Team (emails, funder reports/proposals, letters, etc.); create/update marketing materials, short brochures, presentation decks for speaking engagements, etc.
- Pitches, Proposals and Presentations: Update/craft information packages and other pitch and proposal materials.
- Ensure all Development Team communications are accurate, consistent, proofread, engaging, and brand compliant.
- Support the Development Team’s communications materials by gathering relevant external information and data to support funder materials, and sourcing program stories, testimonials, photos and other content.
- Work with the Development and Communications team, to design and execute direct mailing campaigns as needed.
- Work with the Communications team to ensure all other organizational communications and marketing pieces are brand compliant and reflect the organization’s strategic objectives.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills and Experience
- Demonstrated successful experience in communications and marketing.
- Strong communications skills with the ability to understand and communicate ideas persuasively and efficiently to various funders through various platforms, such as reports, proposals, presentations, and emails, etc.
- Experience with donor recognition and stewardship practices.
- Attention to detail, and excellent editing and proofreading skills.
- Graphic design and layout skills with an eye for compelling, professional visuals.
- Demonstrated experience in creating and assembling engaging marketing materials ensuring brand integrity and adherence to print and digital specifications.
- Understanding of communications measurement tools, tactics, and benchmarks.
- Demonstrated experience in applicable computer programs, including Microsoft Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign), and Canva.
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge is considered an asset.
Education and Work Requirements
- University degree and/or College diploma in English, Communications, or Marketing with a minimum of three years of direct experience working in a communications and marketing environment (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Valid driver’s license and access to vehicle.
Location, Hours of Work and Compensation
- Salary range: $75,000 to $83,000 annually
- Benefits and three week’s vacation
- This position is currently based in our downtown location (30 St. Patrick Street) and is eligible to participate in the hybrid (home/office) work program
- The regular hours of work are Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
TFSS is committed to the health and wellbeing of our employees. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits plan. We also currently offer the option of a hybrid working environment (office/home) and summer hours during July and August.
Please note that as a condition of employment, the successful applicant must complete a Vulnerable Sector Screening Police Reference Check.
How to Apply
If you are interested in applying for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. In your cover letter, tell us why you want to join our team and how you will help us make a brighter future for children and youth across our city.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
TFSS is committed to a policy of access and equity in its hiring practices. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know when contacted. To learn more about who we are and what we do, please visit our website at www.tfss.ca.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00-$83,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:
Schedule:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5T 3A3
Application deadline: 2024-11-24
