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Indigenous Communications Coordinator
Clerical - Administrative
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MacEwan University
Job Description
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Indigenous Communications Coordinator
kihêw waciston Indigenous Centre
Competition No. 26.07.164
Category
Salary
Closing Date
Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week).
MSU Band D (Steps 1-8): $27.671 - $40.242 per hour. $50,361 - $73,240 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week).
July 28, 2026.
Category
Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week).
Salary
MSU Band D (Steps 1-8): $27.671 - $40.242 per hour. $50,361 - $73,240 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week).
Closing Date
July 28, 2026.
About Us
MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.
Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.
Opportunity
MacEwan University is seeking an Indigenous Communications Coordinator for a full-time continuing opportunity with the kihêw waciston Indigenous Centre.
This position is responsible for developing and implementing marketing and communications strategies that promote the mission, programs, services, and initiatives of kihêw waciston. Working collaboratively with the Program Coordinator, Relative in Residence, Indigenous Engagement Lead, and other team members, the role supports shared projects and organizational goals. The position also liaises with MacEwan University's Office of Communications and Marketing (OCM) and Web Services to maintain the kihêw waciston website, while organizing and conducting tours and providing communications and promotional support for programs, events, and initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
Creating high-quality, engaging content for social media platforms, (Instagram, Facebook, and X/ Twitter); that reflects Indigenous cultural protocol and community values;
Applying institutional branding and visual guidelines in collaboration with the Manager and Program;
Managing kihêw waciston social media accounts, including posting monitoring engagement and responds to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner;
Working with the Program Coordinator in disseminating communications and marketing plans for programs, events and initiatives;
Scheduling and coordinating Centre tours and related communications;
Liaising with kihêw waciston team members to collaborate on projects to ensure the successful delivery of marketing and communications strategies and programs;
Developing marketing, engagement and communications support in the areas of research, writing, and creative thinking that is in alignment with Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing;
Supporting student recruitment and community engagement initiatives, with attention to Indigenous students and allies; and
Coordinating logistics, execution, marketing, and communications activities for university-wide events as assigned.
Skills
You will have:
Effective communication and writing skills with the ability to edit, proofread, adapt tone and messaging, and draft a variety of materials;
Cultural competence and Indigenous knowledge in order to create appropriate communications and engagement strategies;
Strong collaboration and relationship management skills; and
Event coordination skills.
Qualifications
A minimum of a diploma in communications, marketing, Indigenous studies, or related field.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, marketing, social media coordination, event coordination, or related work experience.
A minimum of 1 year of experience working in an environment promoting Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Benefits
When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:
Competitive base pay
Generous vacation time
Secure pension plan
Flexible benefits package
Continuous learning culture
Opportunities for career growth
How to Apply
To apply, please head to our MacEwan University Opportunities Page, select the job opportunity and click Apply Now. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties when submitting your application, please try submitting through a different browser (i.e., Safari, Firefox, Chrome, etc.). If the issue persists, please send a screenshot of the error message to careers@macewan.ca so we can assist and ensure your application is received.
This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
Indigenous Communications Coordinator
kihêw waciston Indigenous Centre
Competition No. 26.07.164
Category
Salary
Closing Date
Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week).
MSU Band D (Steps 1-8): $27.671 - $40.242 per hour. $50,361 - $73,240 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week).
July 28, 2026.
Category
Full-Time Continuing (35 hours per week).
Salary
MSU Band D (Steps 1-8): $27.671 - $40.242 per hour. $50,361 - $73,240 per annum (Based on 35 hours per week).
Closing Date
July 28, 2026.
About Us
MacEwan University is where caring faculty help people connect their passions to their future paths. Located in the heart of Edmonton's diverse and dynamic downtown community, and on the traditional lands of Treaty 6 First Nations and homelands of the Métis people, MacEwan is known for exceptional undergraduate learning. With its dedication to teaching excellence, informed by scholarly research, innovation, and creative activity, MacEwan provides an exceptional collaborative and supportive learning environment with a commitment to human rights, environmental sustainability, and opportunities for community engagement. We are committed to creating an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community for all peoples, cultures, and identities.
Our comprehensive undergraduate university offers 55 programs to more than 20,000 full- and part-time students in business, communications, community and human services, design, fine and performing arts, health, humanities, natural science, nursing, public safety, and social science. Through a wide array of experiential learning opportunities, and strategic relationships in the community, we partner with others to produce graduates of stature. Along with a robust grounding in their chosen disciplines, MacEwan students are given durable life skills that prepare them to take on the world.
Opportunity
MacEwan University is seeking an Indigenous Communications Coordinator for a full-time continuing opportunity with the kihêw waciston Indigenous Centre.
This position is responsible for developing and implementing marketing and communications strategies that promote the mission, programs, services, and initiatives of kihêw waciston. Working collaboratively with the Program Coordinator, Relative in Residence, Indigenous Engagement Lead, and other team members, the role supports shared projects and organizational goals. The position also liaises with MacEwan University's Office of Communications and Marketing (OCM) and Web Services to maintain the kihêw waciston website, while organizing and conducting tours and providing communications and promotional support for programs, events, and initiatives.
Key responsibilities include:
Creating high-quality, engaging content for social media platforms, (Instagram, Facebook, and X/ Twitter); that reflects Indigenous cultural protocol and community values;
Applying institutional branding and visual guidelines in collaboration with the Manager and Program;
Managing kihêw waciston social media accounts, including posting monitoring engagement and responds to comments and messages in a timely and professional manner;
Working with the Program Coordinator in disseminating communications and marketing plans for programs, events and initiatives;
Scheduling and coordinating Centre tours and related communications;
Liaising with kihêw waciston team members to collaborate on projects to ensure the successful delivery of marketing and communications strategies and programs;
Developing marketing, engagement and communications support in the areas of research, writing, and creative thinking that is in alignment with Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing;
Supporting student recruitment and community engagement initiatives, with attention to Indigenous students and allies; and
Coordinating logistics, execution, marketing, and communications activities for university-wide events as assigned.
Skills
You will have:
Effective communication and writing skills with the ability to edit, proofread, adapt tone and messaging, and draft a variety of materials;
Cultural competence and Indigenous knowledge in order to create appropriate communications and engagement strategies;
Strong collaboration and relationship management skills; and
Event coordination skills.
Qualifications
A minimum of a diploma in communications, marketing, Indigenous studies, or related field.
A minimum of 2 years of experience in communications, marketing, social media coordination, event coordination, or related work experience.
A minimum of 1 year of experience working in an environment promoting Indigenous ways of knowing, being and doing.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Benefits
When you become part of the MacEwan University team, you will enjoy a competitive salary. Our total compensation package includes:
Competitive base pay
Generous vacation time
Secure pension plan
Flexible benefits package
Continuous learning culture
Opportunities for career growth
How to Apply
To apply, please head to our MacEwan University Opportunities Page, select the job opportunity and click Apply Now. If you require assistance, please contact us at careers@macewan.ca.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties when submitting your application, please try submitting through a different browser (i.e., Safari, Firefox, Chrome, etc.). If the issue persists, please send a screenshot of the error message to careers@macewan.ca so we can assist and ensure your application is received.
This position is included under the MacEwan Staff Union Collective Agreement.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
