Events and Communications Assistant, O'Brien Institute for Public Health

**Description** The **O'Brien Institute for Public Health** in the **Cumming School of Medicine** invites applications for a **Events and Communications Assistant**. This Full-time Fixed Term position is for approximately 12 months (based on length of grant funding), with the possibility of extension. Reports to the Director, Strategic Operations, and works closely with the communications and events team to deliver internal and external communications and events, including digital communications, content development, publications and the Institute's programming calendar. The position also contributes to other O' Brien Institute priorities and initiatives as needed including the Learning Health Systems Accelerator, Health Equity Hub, and the Sex, Gender, and Women's Health Research Hub. Hybrid: 3 days in-person, Cal Wenzel Precision Health Building - University of Calgary, Foothills Campus, 2 days remote. Work in environment where there is some ambiguity, continuous change and shifting priorities. Stress resulting from work is moderate and results from the management of multiple assigned tasks. Occasional overtime, and work outside regular hours, may be required. **Summary of Key Responsibilities** (job functions include but are not limited to): * Assist in data capture and entry for the Institute Contact Relationship management (CRM) platform * Assist in tracking the Institute's measures of success, such as compiling statistics related to grants, awards and publications * Maintain and update the O' Brien Institute website * Maintain and update the various O' Brien Institute social media channels * Assist in editing and in compiling the O' Brien Institute electronic newsletter * Assist with the planning, coordination and delivery of Institute meetings, seminars and events, including liaising with internal partners, speakers, vendors and external partners * Provide administrative and logistical support for events, including venue bookings, catering, floor plans, contracts, event briefing notes, invitations and RSVP management * Assist with the development and monitoring of communications and events budgets, including tracking expenses and submitting supporting documentation Assist with developing, editing, proofreading and updating digital and print communications materials, including articles, newsletters, reports, social media graphics, event promotions, presentations and other publications **Qualifications / Requirements:** * Post-secondary diploma/degree in the liberal arts. Preference will be given to those with a background in a relevant area, such as communications or journalism * One to two years of experience in communications and in event planning or coordination. A combination of education and experience will be considered * Strong writing, editing and proofreading skills, with the ability to adapt content for different audiences and platforms * Strong organizational and time-management skills, with attention to detail and the