About the Opportunity
This position is offered through the Canada Summer Jobs program and is a great opportunity for students or youth looking to gain hands-on experience in a professional, team-based environment.
The position involves supporting social media management, creating digital and print content, scheduling posts, and engaging with online audiences. You’ll also assist with campaign analysis, website updates, and the preparation of newsletters and promotional materials, while contributing to general team administration. Ideal for someone creative, organized, and familiar with social media platforms and tools like Hootsuite and Monday.com.
This role offers valuable, practical experience for those interested in marketing and communications, or administrative careers.
As per Canada Summer Jobs program requirements, candidates must be:
- Between 15 and 30 years of age (inclusive) at start of employment
- A Canadian Citizen, permanent resident, or a person on whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act
- Legally entitled to work according to BC legislation and regulation.
- International students are not eligible. Recent immigrants are eligible if they are Canadian Citizens or permanent residents.
Job Duties
- Analyze post-campaign performance and report on marketing and advertising metrics
- Develop and manage social media accounts, including customer reviews and testimonials
- Assist in creating brochures, reports, newsletters, and other marketing materials
- Design graphic materials for print and digital platforms (social posts, posters, presentations, etc.)
- Write engaging social media captions
- Schedule and manage content across social media platforms
- Monitor email inboxes and social media channels; respond to comments and inquiries
- Update and maintain website content
- Prepare and distribute mass emails and newsletters
- Provide administrative support (file organization, intake forms, meeting coordination, minutes, invoice preparation)
- Use tools such as Hootsuite, Monday.com, and platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Bluesky, and YouTube
- Adapt to and utilize various technologies (e.g., Word, Excel, databases, and other software)
- Handle sensitive information with confidentiality
- Collaborate effectively in an office and team environment (experience considered an asset)
Education
- College diploma/University degree in related field.
Does this role sound perfect to you, yet you don’t check every box?
We at MNBC realize that qualifications and experiences may look different for everyone. If this career opportunity is of interest to you and your experience may not perfectly align with every qualification, we still encourage you to apply.
MNBC thanks all applicants for their interest. Pursuant to Section 41 of the BC Human Rights Code, preference may be given to applicants who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nation, Métis, or Inuit). All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted.
We strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our candidates with different abilities. If you require any accommodations to support you through the application process, please reach out to the People & Culture department at hr@mnbc.ca.
Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services. Through teamwork, respect, dedication, accountability, integrity, and professionalism, MNBC strives to build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of inherent rights for our Métis citizens, assisting in the delivery of services based on policy, process, and specified regulations.
MNBC reflects an equitable, diverse, and inclusive work environment. We respect the unique characteristics, backgrounds, and experiences that our employees bring to the organization and the communities we serve. We are committed to lateral kindness based on Métis cultural values that promote social harmony and healthy relationships.
How To Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume in one document to youthjobs@mnbc.ca, using: “Marketing Coordinator (Communication Assistant) - #26-058” in the subject line of the email.
MNBC’s KAA-WIICHIHITOYAAHK (We take care of each other) initiatives offer employees a competitive total compensation package including:
- Comprehensive group benefit package or health-care spending account 100% employer-paid.
- Enrollment in the BC Municipal Pension Plan.
- 15 paid days per year for statutory and cultural days (Indigenous Peoples Day and Louis Riel Day).
- 15 paid days per year for Wellness.
- Generous vacation entitlements
- Carpool, parking & public transit subsidies (Provincial Office only).
- Educational and professional development funding to support continued lifelong learning and skills upgrade.
- Internal advancement career opportunities
