National Communications Assistant

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Canadian CED Network is looking for someone to support our communications and engagement activities. This position will support refreshing our social media presence through  the development and implementation of a social media strategy, including  research, content design, and posting. This strategy will outline social media platforms to prioritize, channels to monitor, and guidelines for social media posting (language to use, word limits, call-to-actions, photo sourcing and formatting, tagging, hashtags, how to post, posting frequency, post timing, accessibility guidelines, etc.)

We also need support in keeping our website up to date with new content relevant to community economic development (news, job postings, events, etc.). Our Annual General Meeting is scheduled for June 25, so you will be coming in at a pivotal moment to support and attend this important member meeting and the communications leading up to the event.

Depending on your background and skills you could also help with our continued growth in improving our cybersecurity practices and ethical adoption of AI.

OPPORTUNITY

• Use and hone your digital communications skills to amplify approaches to economic development that strengthen communities and benefit everyone
• Apply your experience, knowledge, and research skills to develop an effective social media strategy
• Grow your competence in website management, including content posting and other updates
• Develop your virtual collaboration skills by working with teams distributed across Canada
• Gain hands-on experience in non-profit governance through supporting our annual general meeting
• Expand your knowledge of and professional network in the nonprofit sector
• Learn about initiatives and strategies that are strengthening sustainable and equitable local economies

A GLIMPSE AT THE WORK

Over the course of the eight (8) week placement you will:

• meet regularly with the Manager, Program Delivery and Financial Services and the Director of Engagement to develop work and learning plans
• support promotions (emails, webposts, etc.) and preparations (presentation slides, role orientation, etc.) for the Annual General Meeting
• begin research into social media strategies (templates, industry examples, social media platforms that are gaining ground with nonprofits, etc.)
• work with the Director of Engagement to create a social media strategy based on the research
• begin implementing the social media strategy
• attend virtual events that are of interest to you and the Canadian CED Network to expand your knowledge and network
• attend and contribute to virtual meetings with teams across departments
• make posts to the website to keep the calendar of events, job board, and what’s new sections up to date
• support any newsletters that will go out during this timeframe

ABOUT YOU

You are a communicator. You have a good understanding of various social media platforms and how to create effective posts for target audiences. You also have an interest in website management and a desire to connect with people online.

You are someone who likes to collaborate within teams but is also comfortable working independently. You’re unafraid to ask questions, are able to engage in active listening, and are open to feedback to develop your knowledge and skills.

Tools that you will be expected to use that would be an asset for you to have some knowledge of include LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, WordPress, MailChimp, Google Workspace, Canva, Zoom, CiviCRM, Monday (for project management), and Box (cloud storage).

Additionally, you feel a connection with the values of the Canadian CED Network (see below). Having an interest in or an openness to learning how nonprofits work would also be an asset.

ELIGIBILITY

In order to be eligible for this Canada Summer Jobs funded position, candidates must:

• be aged between 15 and 30 years old (at the start of your summer job)
• be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or someone who has been officially given refugee protection in Canada and
• be legally allowed to work in Canada

TEAM & ENVIRONMENT

This position is fully remote, though if you are located where we currently have team offices in Winnipeg or Ottawa, you may choose to work hybrid or full-time in the office. This position requires you to use your own computer, given the short nature of the contract.

You will work directly with the Director of Engagement and the Manager, Program Delivery and Financial Services. You will also take part in regular virtual meetings with teams across departments.

We welcome applications from a diverse range of candidates who are legally able to work in Canada and can accommodate a flexible working schedule to meet the needs of working across all Canadian time zones.

ABOUT THE CANADIAN CED NETWORK

CCEDNet is a values-based, non-profit association committed to connecting people and ideas for action that builds local economies, strengthens communities, and benefits everyone. We have members throughout Canada, including organizations, networks, and individuals who are strengthening sustainable and equitable local economies. Members are active across many sectors such as community development, social enterprise, rural development, co-operative development, employment development, and housing.

We are committed to the values of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Dignity, Self-Determination, Solidarity, and Local Control. Together, we are working towards sustainable and inclusive communities directing their own social, environmental, and economic futures.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your resume and cover letter by May 20, 2026.

In your cover letter, please answer the following questions:

• What knowledge and experience are you excited to bring to this role? You may choose to  include your personal experience of systemic barriers to strategic social change.
• What are your skills and strengths you will apply to this position?
• What are you most curious to learn in this position?

CCEDNet provides accommodation during all parts of the hiring process, upon request, to applicants with stated needs. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

We appreciate all applications. After a notice that the application has been received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

COMPENSATION

This is an 8-week placement that is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs program. It is a full-time term position working 35 hours / week with a salary of $18.50/hour. The position starts June 1, 2026 and ends July 24, 2026.

WHY JOIN THE CCEDNET TEAM? 

We are a team of convenors, connectors, facilitators, advocates and partners dedicated to community empowerment and economic justice.  We challenge the status quo and build alternatives using intersection, intersectoral, and collaborative approaches. Our depth and breadth of experience, knowledge, and commitment to learning can be seen in the results we achieve. We care about our work and we care about each other.