Job Description

The Lesser Slave Watershed Council (LSWC) is seeking a creative, self-motivated individual to join our team in a Communications and Administrative coordinator position. This full-time role is based out of our office in High Prairie, AB.

Major Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Content creation for and management of the LSWC's social media accounts.
• LSWC website management.
• Coordination of LSWC newsletters and management of newsletter communication list (MailChimp)
• Society membership management and communications
• Promotion and coordination of the Elliott & Rosche Memorial Bursary program annually
• Management and promotion of the ?Eyes on Lesser Slave Lake? project.
• Aid with the planning and delivery of annual general meeting, workshops, and events throughout the year.
• Creation of print and electronic resources eg. Forms, brochures, postcards, project summaries, watershed resources, annual reports.
• Tracking social media and website statistics, volunteer time contributions, donations and other in-kind contributions to the LSWC.
• General administrative and office related tasks in support of LSWC projects and operations.

Required Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent computer skills. Ability to use: Office 365 suite & Teams, Canva, Google applications, WordPress, Eventbrite, Photoshop, Adobe.
• 1 year of experience in a related position
• Basic graphic design experience
• Familiarity with social media platforms: Facebook, Linked In, X, YouTube, Instagram, Later, Mailchimp.
• Ability to work independently, establish priorities and manage time effectively.
• Valid drivers license

Assets

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Environmental knowledge or experience
• GIS experience
• Experience working with non profit organizations

Position details

• Full time, Monday - Friday, 8:30-4:30, with occasional weekends or evenings.
• Term of Employment: 1 year, with opportunity for renewal.
• Starting wage: $22-25 per hour based on qualifications and experience.
• 3 weeks of holidays, health benefits after 3 months.

Applicants must clearly articulate their relevant experience and skills or applications will not be considered. The LSWC welcomes a diversity of applicants. We thank all applicants that apply; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found.

Please forward cover letter and resume with references to:

Meghan Payne, LSWC Executive Director