Job Summary:

The role of the Marketing Strategist is to plan and execute integrated marketing campaigns that support the strategic goals of UFV.

Acting as the lead for integrated campaigns, the incumbent develops and manages the strategic direction of projects, while also identifying opportunities for future project work. The incumbent directs and influences stakeholders on marketing concepts, processes, various advertising strategies and marketing techniques.

Working in collaboration with the Marketing department and University partners, the incumbent provides strategic planning, creative solutions, savvy project management, and insight and expertise to execute on the vision.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, business, or related field from a recognized institution.
• Three (3) years related experience leading marketing initiatives in a complex environment.
• Extensive knowledge of marketing concepts and best practices.
• Excellent project management skills with the proven ability to plan, lead and coordinate projects on time and on budget.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance several projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills, strong business acumen and interpersonal skills.
• Expert knowledge of related vendors and buying.
• Working knowledge of MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Knowledge of post-secondary education is preferred.

About UFV:

The University of the Fraser Valley is located on the unceded (ancestral) territory of the Halq'eméylem-speaking peoples. We express our gratitude and respect for the honour of living and working in S’olh Temexw (Our World; Our Land). In all that we do, UFV strives to support and honour the Stó:lo peoples goals of self-determination and well-being on these lands. A commitment to Indigenization and Reconciliation is core to our institutional Vision and our Education Plan. This commitment includes the goal of centering Indigenous ways of knowing throughout our organization, recognizing our responsibilities to community, and a multi-year plan to increase the number of Indigenous faculty, staff, and administrators working at UFV.

UFV has four campus locations within the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia. Recognized as one of BC's top employers, UFV offers a combination of career and lifestyle benefits. Join a team of 1,400 passionate professionals who value integrity, inclusivity and excellence. At UFV, you will serve a vibrant community, and shape the future of 15,000 students.

Indigenization, equity, and diversity are essential to our work as a university. A diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been historically underrepresented and marginalized. At UFV, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we proudly serve. We encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, members of groups that experience discrimination due to race, colour, place of origin, ancestry, and/or religion, persons who identify as women and 2SLGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities. We invite applicants to complete a confidential self-identification survey as part of the application process. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. Information will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the recruitment process, and results are not shared with the selection committee. Inquiries about the survey may be directed to 3df38597@freshgigs.ca. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. In an effort to be both environmentally and fiscally responsible, UFV will contact only candidates receiving an interview. We thank all applicants for considering UFV for employment. Shortlisted applicants may be required to undergo a criminal record check and/ or a verification of their education credentials.

UFV is committed to the principle of equity in employment.