Job Title: Communications/Social Media Coordinator (Union-exempt)

Reports To: Executive Director 

Position Type: Temporary Contract 10 hours per week for 6 months. 

Location: Langley, BC 

Salary: $25 per hour 

Position Summary 

The Communications/Social Media Coordinator is responsible for creating and implementing an impactful communications strategy that promotes our programs, advances our mission, and strengthens our brand presence. The Communications/Social Media Coordinator is a union-exempt position. This role will develop key messages, share important information about gender-based violence (GBV) and intimate partner violence (IPV), and create content about feminism, confidentiality, trauma-informed, and women-centred. 

Key Responsibilities

Communications & Messaging 

•        Develop and implement a communications strategy that defines the organization’s

       core messages. 

•        Create clear, compelling content that aligns with the communications strategy. Support

        the creation of advocacy messages related to IPV and GBV. 

Content Creation

•        Produce 2–3 engaging social media posts per week on various platforms. 

•        Write and design 1 quarterly newsletter (knowledge of Keela is an asset). 

•        Update and improve website content to align with communication strategy. 

•        Develop branded materials such as PowerPoint presentations, email templates, email

       signatures, and other resources. 

Design & Branding 

•        Improve and maintain design elements for communications (currently using Canva). 

•        Ensure consistency in branding across all platforms and materials. 

•        Support the design and purchasing of Ishtar branded swag. 

Skills & Qualifications

•        Post-secondary education or equivalent experience in communications, marketing,

       public relations, or a related field. 

•        Strong written communication skills with the ability to adapt tone and style for different

       audiences. 

•        Knowledge of gender-based violence, feminist frameworks, and trauma-informed

       approaches are an asset. 

•        Experience with social media content creation and management (Instagram and

       Facebook). 

•        Basic graphic design skills (Canva or similar tools). 

•        Experience with Keela or similar CRM/newsletter platforms is an asset. 

•        Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects. 

Core Competencies

•        Commitment to feminist, trauma-informed, and women-centred values. 

•        Cultural sensitivity and confidentiality. 

•        Creativity and a collaborative mindset. 

•        Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and compassionately.

Working Conditions

•        10 hours per week for 6 months 

•        Hybrid work (work is mostly remote, with regular meetings at the office) 

Please submit your cover letter and resume by September 12th, 2025 in one PDF document to:

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only qualified candidates will be contacted.