Marketing and Communication Specialist

Location: Timmins, Ontario
Term: 3-Year Contract (35 hours per week)
Reports To: Executive Director

About the Alzheimer Society of Cochrane-Timmins

The Alzheimer Society of Cochrane-Timmins (also serving the Temiskaming region) is dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as their caregivers. We offer education, awareness, and support programs across Northern Ontario communities.

We are currently seeking a Marketing and Communication Specialist to join our team. This position plays a key role in managing our online presence, coordinating events, and strengthening community awareness and engagement through creative marketing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Digital Marketing (20%)

• Manage and monitor social media accounts and website activity

• Track metrics, generate reports, and suggest strategies based on analytics

• Create engaging content for digital platforms

Website Management (25%)

• Update and maintain website content to ensure accuracy and brand consistency

• Monitor website performance (links, errors, analytics, etc.)

• Collaborate with shared services on special web projects

Fund Development (30%)

• Plan and implement fundraising events, including the annual Walk for Alzheimer’s

• Support additional charity revenue initiatives and community fundraising efforts

Awareness (20%)

• Collaborate with the Education team to plan and deliver awareness campaigns and public events

• Promote January Awareness Month and other regional initiatives across all media platforms

Communications (5%)

• Draft newsletters, social media posts, and marketing materials for print and digital use

• Support internal and external communications

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or Digital Media, or equivalent experience

• 1–3 years of relevant experience, including social media management

• Proficiency in creative and digital tools such as Canva, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Pro, and Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with marketing/fundraising systems (e.g., Blackbaud, Luminate)

• Working knowledge of HTML, graphic design tools, and Google Analytics

• Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines

• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset

• Occasional travel within the Cochrane–Temiskaming region required

Why Join Us

Be part of a compassionate, mission-driven organization that makes a difference in local communities

Work creatively across multiple platforms to share impactful stories and events

Collaborate with a dedicated team supporting families affected by dementia


Please send your resume and cover letter via -email only-to: 

Tracy Koskamp-Bergeron, Executive Director at: director@alzheimertimmins.com  

Please put 'Marketing Communication Specialist' in the subject line

If this position is still posted it is still vacant. We are looking to fill this position asap.

Commitment to Equitable Recruitment 

The Alzheimer Society recognizes the value and dignity of each individual and ensures everyone has genuine, open, and unhindered access to employment opportunities, free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment, where the rights of all individuals and groups are protected and all members feel safe, respected, empowered, and valued for their contributions.   

Our values include justice and connection and are the guideposts we use for decision-making of all kinds. We believe that this will guide the organization toward a place of inclusion for all - where equity and access to essential supports and services becomes the reality. 

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes in accordance with the Human Rights Code and AODA. The Alzheimer Society of Ontario welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity and social justice and we encourage applications from First Nations, Inuit and Métis, Indigenous Peoples of North America, Black and persons of colour, persons with disabilities, people living with dementia, care partners and those who identify as LGBTQ2S+.