Specialist – Component Society Promotion and Design

Central location, close to transit (TTC), bike lanes Flexible location of work (hybrid) Meaningful non-profit organization workWe’re the Ontario Dental Association (https://oda.ca/index.php) , and we represent over 90% of dentists in Ontario. We advocate on their behalf to improve dentistry for both dentists and patients; keeping Ontarians smiling.  Working with other health-care professionals, governments, the private sector and the public, the ODA provides a wide range of services, resources, networking opportunities and continuing education programs to support ODA dentists in their pursuit of professional excellence and personal fulfillment.  What we’re looking forWe are seeking a versatile and organized individual to join our team as a Specialist of Component Society Promotion and Design. In this role, you will work closely with our Senior Director of Governance and Relations as one of the driving forces behind our brand’s success. Your creativity and strategic vision will amplify our message, connect with our new and legacy audience, and elevate our mission. What you’ll doThe Promotion and Design Specialist will be responsible for developing and executing creative promotional strategies, designing compelling marketing materials, and managing a variety of events from concept to completion. This role demands a high level of creativity, exceptional organizational skills, and a keen eye to detail.Practically speaking, You will: Develop and implement marketing/promotional strategies tailored to the unique needs of component societies Analyze market trends and member feedback to adjust strategies as needed Working with the ODA’s Brand and Design lead, ensure consistent branding across all Component Society communication channels in alignment with the established ODA brand identity and brand expression standards Design and produce engaging content for various Component Society platforms including email, websites, newsletters and promotional materials Optimize social media posts for component societies in conjunction with the ODA Specialist, Community Management Develop marketing materials to promote events organized by component societies and component society volunteer opportunities. Work with Director, Marketing and Membership to ensure strategies align. Assist with marketing and presentation materials for the annual component society leadership training session Monitor and report on the effectiveness of promotional strategies using analytics to inform future decisions Stay updated with latest trends in marketing and design Provide other assistance to component societies related to their events (e.g. registration, proof of attendance) Other duties as assigned Occasional overtime requiredYou’ll be a great fit for this position if you are:An excellent communicator – possess strong verbal and written communication skills, including impeccable grammar and spelling, along with the ability to compose professional correspondence.Creative – a knack for generating fresh promotional ideas and design concepts, and familiarity with the unique challenges and opportunities in nonprofit marketing.Forward thinking – Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and a dedication to excellent customer service, adept at influencing and taking direction from highly engaged volunteers lacking marketing or communications expertise, while working cooperatively in a team environment. What we offerThis is a full-time, hybrid position with some flexibility with daily work hours. In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll have access to a benefits plan that includes dental (of course!) as well as plenty of vacation days, personal days, and access to a health-spending account.The ODA is proud to be one of the GTA’s Top Employers for 2024 (https://reviews.canadastop100.com/top-employer-ontario-dental-association) , our sixth  year in a row! We think that says a lot about the culture and work environment we’ve built over the last 150 years. We are all about growth and learning: every position in our organization offers both challenges and opportunities, and we encourage all our staff to establish themselves within and beyond their individual roles. Through our employee recognition program, we make sure that support and opportunity are always within reach. What you’ll bring Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in marketing preferably with a focus on events and/or membership recruitment at a not-for profit Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, graphic design, or a related field Experience in design and production of print and digital materials Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) Working knowledge of databases an asset Some experience with web-based event registration systems an asset Some experience with Privacy Laws with respect to protecting personal information an assetHow to ApplyOur online application will give you the option to apply to this role as a complete person, not just a resumé. The application will assess your qualifications, personality traits and workplace preferences, and should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. After submitting, you’ll receive an email inviting you to log in and view your assessment results.We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with disabilities. If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please contact us using the “Help” button.

Job ID: 42900310129

Ontario Dental Association