Marketing and Communications Specialist (St. Catharines)

Position Overview Wellchild Niagara is seeking a creative and motivated Marketing Specialist to support the development of a strong, consistent, and long-term marketing foundation for our organization. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape how Wellchild Niagara presents itself to the community by creating high-quality, reusable marketing materials and supporting strategies that will extend beyond the contract period. The Marketing Specialist will play a key role in increasing awareness of our programs, strengthening community engagement, and ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms. This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program (pending approval). To be eligible, applicants must: Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment Be legally entitled to work in Canada Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person granted refugee protection under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act Key ResponsibilitiesMarketing & Content Creation Develop and schedule content for social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, etc.) Create evergreen marketing materials such as templates, posters, and digital graphics Support storytelling that highlights programs, impact, and community engagement Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all communications Digital & Brand Support Assist with website updates and content development Support creation of promotional materials for camps and programs Capture and organize photos and media (with consent) Help build and maintain Wellchild Niagara’s visual identity Community Engagement Support outreach and promotional efforts to increase awareness of programs Assist with campaigns for registration periods and seasonal programming Contribute to strengthening community partnerships and visibility in Niagara Administration & Coordination Maintain content calendars and marketing organization systems Track basic engagement and reach metrics Participate in team meetings and marketing planning discussions Skill Development & Learning Outcomes This role offers hands-on experience in: Nonprofit marketing and brand development Social media management and digital content creation Graphic design and communications strategy Building a long-term marketing toolkit for organizational use Project coordination and creative planning Ongoing supervision and mentorship will be provided throughout the contract. Qualifications Interest or experience in marketing, communications, or media Familiarity with social media platforms Basic Canva or design tool experience Solid written communication skills Interest in community programming or nonprofit work Ability to work independently and manage tasks Assets Experience with photography, videography, or branding Experience with email marketing tools (e.g., Mailchimp) Familiarity with website platforms (Wix, Squarespace, etc.) Experience in community or youth-focused environments Skills & Attributes Creative and detail-oriented Strong communicator and storyteller Organized and self-motivated Able to manage multiple tasks Collaborative and open to feedback Aligned with Wellchild Niagara’s values of safety, inclusion, and community Equity & Inclusion Wellchild Niagara is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from Indigenous youth, racialized youth, youth with disabilities, 2SLGBTQ youth, and newcomers to Canada. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process. Why Join Wellchild Niagara This is a unique opportunity to help shape the long-term visibility of a growing nonprofit dedicated to children’s wellbeing in Niagara. You will contribute to building the marketing foundation that will support Wellchild Niagara’s growth and impact for years to come. Pay: From $20.90 per hour Benefits - On-site parking Work Location: Hybrid remote in St. Catharines, ON L2N 6N8 Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pbga7