Social Media Assistant

Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth.  We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the "Western Experience" - an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.

About Us

Western’s Off-Campus Housing Service is committed to providing exceptional customer service and as a resource based department helping thousands of students every year.  Our service offers rental listings for students to search for off-campus housing, advice/mediation related to issues living off-campus and help to international students in their search for living accommodations.
 

Responsibilities

The incumbent will assist in the development of visual assets and social content for Off-Campus Housing and the Off-Campus Advisor Program within the Division of Housing and Ancillary Services.

Specific Duties:
-    The incumbent will take guidance from the Off-Campus Housing Co-ordinator and work with other members of the Off-Campus Housing Services team
-    Support the planning and creating of social media content; source appropriate visual assets to go with the social posts
-    Review existing social media initiatives and update as necessary on all platforms
-    Assist in special projects as required.

Education:
- Currently attending Western University and returning to Western in the fall 2023 for full-time studies
- Preferred students enrolled in the program of Media and Information Technology (MIT)

Experience:
-   Previous work experience in an administrative environment
- Previous experience with social media platforms

Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
-    Advanced skills in using professional-level of media content 
-    Advanced computer skills with Twitter, Instagram, Meta (Facebook) and Western Email
-    Reliable and dependable with the ability to consistently work assigned schedule
-    Ability to follow processes and practices with high attention to detail
-    Demonstrates integrity and works in accordance with Western's policies and procedures
-    Ability to multi-task, to prioritize and maintain an organized work environment,
-    Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
-    Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
-    Ability to work in a manner that is compliant with confidentiality requirements as applicable  
 

Why Western?

Western offers a broad and exciting variety of part-time and temporary employment opportunities with ample room for job exploration and growth.  Within our beautiful campus, you are part of a progressive work environment that promotes work/life balance including access to our state-of-the-art recreation centre.  Apply for an opportunity to be part of the Western community and contribute to its success!

Applying at Western

To ensure that your application is given full consideration, please complete all relevant sections of the application.  In addition, you can choose to supplement your application with a cover letter and current resume.

Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications.  Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.

Western Values Diversity

The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Human Resources at hrhelp@uwo.ca or phone 519-661-2194.

Please Note:

Effective September 7, 2021, all employees and visitors to campus are required to comply with Western's COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.


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