Canadian Association for Supported Employment is Looking for Content Writer Full Time

The Canadian Association for Supported Employment equips supported employment service providers to increase employment inclusion for Canadians who experience disability.

CASE welcomes and encourages applications from people who experience disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the application and selection process. If you require accommodation in order to apply for this position, please contact [email protected]

Position: Content Writer

Location:

• Remote/Virtual, Canada-wide

Posting Date:

• February 17, 2023

Deadline for Application:

• March 3, 2023

Start Date:

• April 3, 2023, or earlier.

Reports To:

• Director of Communications

Job Overview:

The Canadian Association for Supported Employment (CASE) is looking for a Content Writer who is committed to our shared goal of increasing employment equity for Canadians who experience disability. We believe that our workforce, and our communities, are stronger when they include the contributions of all members. CASE offers a welcoming and collaborative team environment that fosters innovation and supports professional development.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in communications and marketing. Working under the guidance of the Director of Communications, the content writer will create, curate, and edit content for monthly newsletters, blogs, social media posts, project documents and other communication assets. This position requires a commitment to staying current on the evolving trends, themes, values and philosophical framework that influences CASE’s work on a national level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Write engaging, research-based content that reflects the needs, interests, and values of CASE members and multiple stakeholder groups.
• Edit and proofread content meant for external stakeholders.
• Promote CASE initiatives via web based and print strategies, including social media.
• Be familiar with the 9 Guiding Principles, CASE’s commitment to accessibility, relevant project briefs, and CASE’s branding guidelines.
• Develop and curate content in collaboration with multiple parties and/or from pre-existing resources for CASE’s communications platforms.
• Maintain a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all CASE communications.
• Work effectively as part of a team to adapt to changing demands and ensure that the content development process runs smoothly.
• Perform regular website text change requests, coordinating with project teams and website developers as needed.
• In collaboration with CASE project directors, develop project reports for funders and public audiences.
• Collaborate with project teams to ensure timely implementation of communication projects
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Excellent communication skills – able to succinctly communicate complex topics across a variety of mediums.
• Ability to communicate effectively using plain language.
• Capacity to adapt writing style for different audiences and communication materials, for example annual general reports, social media posts, web page content.
• Demonstrated history of writing relevant and engaging content for web-based platforms
• Ability to develop and manipulate content using a variety of technology including: SharePoint, MS Office etc.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Commitment to communicate in an open, clear and consistent manner with team members.

Qualifications:

• Relevant communications degree
• 3-5 years of experience in a similar role

Hours of Work and Salary:

• This is a full-time (37.5 hours / week) permanent position.
• The rate of pay is $32/hour.
• The position also includes 3 weeks paid vacation / year plus 4% RRSP matching and Health Benefits after 3 months.

Please note that the recruitment process will follow multiple interviews and submission of an assignment.