GUELPH HUMANE SOCIETY
ORGANIZATION:
The Guelph Humane Society Incorporated (GHS) is a non-profit registered
charity that relies on community support to shelter and care for animals in Guelph and Wellington
County. Each year the GHS cares for approximately 3000 animals in need, providing animal sheltering
and adoption services, veterinary care, animal protection services and a progressive spay/neuter
program. The Society also boasts strong humane education programs that impact thousands of children
and youth annually.
LOCATION:
500 Wellington Street West, Guelph, ON
TITLE:
Communication & Events Coordinator
HOURS OF WORK:
37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
(flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends required)
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Fund Development Manager, the successful
candidate will be responsible for a wide range of communication initiatives and community relations
activities, including events, promotion, media relations, and website/social media that support the
overall mission, as well as maintaining a positive public image of the GHS.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
 Act as media liaison for GHS, including draft media releases, attend TV and radio appearances
regularly and coordinate with staff when a spokesperson is required
 Maintain list of media contacts, advertiser and vendor contacts
 Participate in planning of communications strategies and community engagement initiatives
 Support and collaborate with other areas of the organization to promote education, activities
and organization success
 Work with development staff, volunteers, and community partners to ensure consistent use of
GHS brand standards
 Maintain and update GHS website, Facebook, Twitter and other relevant social media as well as
develop and enforce social media policies for the organization
 Act as a community liaison with all members of the community, including businesses and
individuals
 Plan, coordinate and implement all GHS events, including all special events, major fundraising
events, “friend-raising” activities, the annual general meeting and any other special events
 Assist and guide the organization in measuring the community impact of the GHS
 Assist in developing and be accountable for strategic plan and budget as developed by
workgroup team
 Complete other duties as assigned by the Fund Development Manager
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
 Post-secondary education in a related field, or equivalent experience
 Advanced computer literacy required with expertise in WordPress, Adobe Design Suite, MS
Office suite, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
 Experience in maintaining websites and developing internet content
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Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, with superior organizational skills
Fundraising experience, preferably in events and community relations
Experience or training in project-management with ability to work under pressure, manage
multiple projects and respond promptly to a variety of requests
Demonstrated media relations background and presentation skills
Experience or training in event management, with a proven track record of successful special
events, involving sponsors, volunteers and community partners
Experience with marketing, promotions and advertising
Experience with volunteer committees
Valid Ontario Driver’s license with access to a vehicle
Comfortable handling domestic animals
General knowledge of animal welfare and humane society activities
SALARY RANGE:
$14.25 to $15.50 per hour
If you are interested in this opportunity and have the above qualifications, please forward your resume
with a covering letter by April 10th, 2015 to:
Adrienne McBride
Executive Director
PO Box 684
500 Wellington Street West
Guelph, ON N1H 6L3
Email: [email protected]
We thank all applicants for your interest in the Guelph Humane Society; however only those selected
for an interview will be contacted.