Graduate Student Assistant - Graduate Studies Events and Communications - Faculty of Graduate Studies at University of Prince Edward Island

Under the supervision and guidance of the Faculty of Graduate Studies, the Graduate Student Assistant: Graduate Studies Events & Communications will support engaging and building community amongst UPEI graduate students. The main focus of the role will be a combination of supporting events for graduate students (e.g., Orientation, Graduate Conversation Hours, Three Minute Thesis) and increasing communication with graduate students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and development of a graduate student focused Strategic Communication Plan for the Faculty of Graduate Studies
• Researching and developing content to contribute to the development of a monthly email newsletter for graduate students
• Research in support of developing graduate student event planning, hosting/co-hosting events of interest and need to graduate students
• Research in support of sourcing, creating & publishing content for social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) representing UPEI Faculty of Graduate Studies
• Contribute to development of web and social media content to communicate key information and profile graduate student achievements (e.g., spotlights, profiles of award winners & conference achievements, etc.)
• Other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be a student enrolled in a graduate program at UPEI
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills, with strengths in building relationships with and amongst peers
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with engaging storytelling skills
• Strong demonstrated organizational skills and professional judgment
• Event planning experience
• Creative, and familiar with graphic design platforms like Canva
• Interest in communications & marketing, it would be an asset to have experience in these fields
• Experience in web copywriting and social media content development would be an asset
• Knowledge of graphic design principles and video editing skills would be an asset

Priority will be given to University of Prince Edward Island students in accordance with Recruitment, Selection, Hiring and Employment Policies and the Procedures manual.