Communications Assistant

Canada Summer Jobs (8-week contract)
Hours: 35 hours/week
Location: Hybrid (Guelph, ON – some in-person, some remote)

Anticipated Start Date: May 2026

Current Vacancy

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  Our Vision: A community without barriers to health and wellbeing. 
  


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  Our Mission: We work with our community to promote and sustain health and wellbeing for all.
  


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  Our Values: Compassion, Social Justice, Courage, Integrity, Adaptability. 
  
  
  

• Homeless or at risk of homelessness 


• Living on low income 


• Newcomers to Canada with language barriers 


• Having moderate to severe mental health and/or addiction issues 


• Having moderate to severe disabilities 


• Indigenous First Nations, Inuit and Métis 


• Black, mixed race and racialized populations 


• Experiencing intersectional oppression 


• 2SLGBTQIA+ 


• Vulnerable children and their families experiencing conflict, isolation or attachment struggles 

Eligibility

This position is funded through the Canada Summer Jobs Program. Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Be between 15 and 30 years of age at the start of employment


• Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person with refugee protection status (international students are not eligible)


• Have a valid Social Insurance Number and be legally entitled to work in Canada

Position Overview

Guelph Community Health Centre is seeking a creative, motivated, and organized Communications Assistant to support agency-wide communications projects over the summer. This role is ideal for a self-starter with an interest or experience in design, writing, social media, digital communications, or branding, and a passion for health equity and community impact.

Working closely with the Communications Coordinator and as part of an interdisciplinary team, the Communications Assistant will play a key role in implementing GCHC’s new brand across platforms, supporting the launch of a new website, and contributing to accessible, engaging communications that reflect our mission, vision and values.

Key Responsibilities

The Communications Assistant will support a variety of communications initiatives, including but not limited to:

• Assisting with the implementation of GCHC’s new brand across digital and print materials


• Supporting staff and teams with the internal transition to new brand assets and guidelines


• Assisting with internal brand launch activities


• Updating and scheduling social media content in alignment with the new brand and streamlined social media policies


• Supporting the development and launch of Guelph Community Health Centre’s new website as part of the website project team


• Assisting with content creation, including writing, basic graphic design, photography, and simple video content


• Supporting website updates and content organization


• Supporting the development of the internal and external newsletters and monthly calendar


• Assisting with administrative and coordination tasks related to communications projects


• Providing general communications support to various internal teams, as needed

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong interest in communications, design, marketing, media, or a related field


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Eye for design and strong attention to detail


• Comfortable using design and digital tools such as Canva and Meta Business Suite (experience with website platforms is an asset)


• Organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple tasks


• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team


• Able to work in a hybrid environment (both in-person and remotely)


• Passion for health equity, social justice, and community wellbeing

Previous coursework, volunteer experience, or work experience in communications, marketing, design, media, or nonprofit work is considered an asset.

Work Environment

• Hybrid work model with a combination of in-person and remote work


• Supportive, collaborative, and mission‑driven team culture


• Hands-on experience contributing to real, high-impact communications projects


• Opportunity to learn about branding, digital communications, accessibility, and nonprofit communications strategy