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Marketing & Communications Advisor
Marketing & Communications

Come join Canada’s leader in horticulture research and innovation!

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) can help you grow your career because we are looking for a Marketing & Communications Advisor to join our amazing team. 

Vineland Research and Innovation Centre is a uniquely Canadian results-oriented organization dedicated to horticulture science and innovation. We are an independent, not-for-profit organization, funded in part by the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP), a five-year, federal-provincial-territorial initiative. 

We deliver innovative products, solutions and services through an integrated and collaborative cross-country network to advance Canada’s research and commercialization agenda.

What we’re looking for…

Reporting to the Director, Marketing and Communications, the Marketing and Communications Advisor supports and coordinates the enhancement and successful execution of marketing, communications, events and public relations activities. Areas of focus include increasing overall awareness of Vineland, including leveraging data tools, techniques and strategies. The Advisor will support the development and promotion of the Vineland brand while also ensuring it aligns with Vineland’s Corporate and Innovation strategies. 

What you’ll do…

• Act as a communications liaison to support internal communication needs including writing, proofing and editing of web and social media content, PowerPoint presentations, display materials, articles for publishing in newsletters and other media.

• Work with the Director, Marketing and Communications and the Director, Business and Client Development to:

  • Support the development and implementation of communications and marketing plans to increase Vineland’s visibility, and drive traffic to Vinelands’ research services and commercialization ventures.

  • Produce promotional and outreach materials to support corporate communications and business development activities. This will include collaborating with internal stakeholders to translate project outcomes into publicly available resources such as success stories.

• Support the creation and content management of Vineland’s annual Innovation Report, quarterly newsletter, press releases, news articles, social media and other content as deemed necessary. 

• Coordinate online marketing content and managing social media accounts.

What we need from you…

Qualifications

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in event planning, communications, or a related field.

• 3-5 years’ experience working in a communications and/or marketing role.

• Valid Ontario driver’s license.

• Bilingual is considered an asset.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of the horticulture and Canadian innovation system is an asset

• Ability to effectively communicate Vineland’s science/engineering and business activities.

• Advanced understanding of social media and web communications.

• Advanced web content management skills.

• Intermediate level of experience with online tools including, but not limited to Wordpress, MailChimp, Adobe Creative Suite.

• Excellent proofreading and communications skills – written and oral.

(*A more comprehensive position outline is available upon request.)

Why work for us…

Our people are the most important asset in achieving our goals and are known in the world for their excellence in science and entrepreneurship. Our staff enjoys an exciting and challenging work environment noted for collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Vineland strives to create an environment that brings the power of diversity to life.  We welcome applications from all qualified candidates including women, Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities and racialized groups, persons with disabilities, persons of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and others.  In accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards, accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process.

And there’s more…

• Flexible work arrangement

• Competitive Salary

• Comprehensive health benefits

• RRSP Matching Plan

• Paid vacation

• Employee perks

• Company Events

If Selected:

If you are selected to join Vineland, you will be required to present proof of education (original transcripts/credentials).  Credentials obtained outside of Canada require an evaluation to determine the Canadian educational equivalence.  This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position as a condition of employment.  For further information, visit:  World Education Services at:  http://www.wes.org/ca.

About Us…

Vineland is located at 4890 Victoria Avenue North*, Vineland Station, Ontario, Canada. 

Vineland is situated on treaty lands. These lands are steeped in the rich history of the First Nations including the Hatiwendaronk, the Haudenosaunee, the Anishinaabe and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Many First Nations, Métis and Inuit people from across Turtle Island live and work in Niagara today. Vineland stands with all Indigenous people, past and present, in promoting the wise stewardship of the lands on which we live. As treaty people, residents, and caretakers, we are committed to continuous learning and a deep respect for Indigenous people, culture and history.

We look forward to hearing from you!  Submit your application online and in confidence to:

Website: www.vinelandresearch.com
E-mail:  careers@vinelandresearch.com
Vineland Research and Innovation Centre
4890 Victoria Avenue North, Box 4000
Vineland Station, Ontario, Canada, L0R 2E0

(*Please note that this location is not accessible by public transportation.)

We appreciate all applications received; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

For more information on Vineland Research and Innovation Centre, visit us at www.vinelandresearch.com.