Purpose
The Construction Communication and Administrative Assistant will assist the Old East Village BIA staff during the period of extensive infrastructure improvements to promote the area while proving regular updates to BIA members. This will include a range of initiatives which will market the Old East Village commercial district during construction while also informing and engaging the BIA membership through various communication strategies.
This is a One Year contract position which may be renewed contingent on performance and funding availability.
This position will work through the BIA Manager to:
Liaise with the City of London Communications and Engineering Department to create and share regular BIA member updates and business promotions
Be key point of contact for BIA members regarding queries and concerns
Assist with the creation and implementation of all advertising, marketing and communication strategies
Draft media statements, manage media inquiries
Manage BIA Social Media and general mailbox email
Update and maintain the BIA WIX website
Coordinate and support OEV Coupon Program
Develop Member Resource Information package
Support business promotion events
Provide general administrative office support
Perform other tasks as requested by the BIA Manager
Education and Experience
Graduate of a post-secondary diploma/degree program in an applicable field (e.g., marketing, public relations, communications or business)
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Publisher is required
Knowledge of Illustrator would be an asset
Experience in copywriting and public relations writing
Ability to create a variety of content for and manage Social Media platforms
Experience in website maintenance and content creation would be an asset
Demonstrates excellent attention to detail
Ability to create and maintain strong relationships
Must be creative and imaginative and have excellent communication skills, written and verbal
Ability to work independently and within an interdisciplinary team
Accountability
This position reports through the BIA Manager to the Old East Village Board of Directors.
CV with a cover letter will be accepted at info@oldeastvillage.com until March 6, 2020
Subject Line: NAME – Communications Submission
Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.