Marketing Assistant (Temporary Summer Role)

Make a Meaningful Impact in the Lives of Albertans 

At the Alberta Cancer Foundation, we exist to create more hope and more moments for Albertans facing cancer, no matter where they live or the type of cancer they’re facing. But we can’t do it alone. It is the collective actions of our team –alongside our volunteers, partners and donors –that are pivotal to ensuring every Albertan facing cancer has the support they need and the treatment they deserve, now and into the future.

Opportunity

Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Marketing Assistant will be on the Marketing and Communications team and will support day-to-day marketing and communications activities that inspire support for Albertans facing cancer. This role provides hands-on experience across a variety of marketing functions, including digital, content, campaigns, and administrative coordination.

Note: This is for a temporary, summer contract with the Alberta Cancer Foundation. This role is funded through Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program. In alignment with the CSJ priorities, we encourage applications from those facing barriers to employment and are committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process.

How You'll Contribute

Marketing & Campaign Support

• Assist in the coordination and execution of marketing campaigns across multiple channels.


• Support project timelines, deliverables, and tasks in coordination with the Marketing Manager.


• Provide general administrative support to ensure campaign assets are delivered smoothly.


• Proofread materials including emails, web content, social posts, and print collateral.


• Assist in drafting and editing content for various channels, ensuring alignment with brand voice and guidelines.


• Support storytelling efforts by organizing content, quotes, and impact stories.

Social Media & Community Monitoring

• Assist with scheduling and publishing social media content.


• Monitor social media channels for comments and messages, flagging items that require response and track engagement.


• Support with ad-hoc event content capturing, release forms, and organizing inventory
  

Metrics & Reporting

• Help track and compile performance metrics across campaigns (email, social, web).


• Maintain organized tracking documents and assist in preparing summary reports.


• Support the team in gathering insights to inform future marketing efforts.

File & Asset Management

• Organize and maintain marketing files, including images, videos, and campaign assets.


• Ensure consistent naming conventions and proper storage for easy team access.


• Assist in coordinating assets across internal teams and external partners.


• Support the marketing and communications team with other projects and initiatives as required.

What You'll Bring to the Team

• Trust: Build confidence with teams by consistently delivering reliable, high-quality work.


• Collaboration: Partner effectively within team and cross-departmentally for idea-generation, processes and creativity.


• Attention to Detail: Ensure all materials are accurate, consistent, and polished, reflecting the professionalism and credibility of the Foundation.


• Organization & Coordination: Track multiple projects, timelines, and deliverables efficiently, keeping team aligned and campaigns on track.

Required Qualifications

• Since the Government of Canada has funded this job through the Canada Summer Jobs Program, applicants must be between the ages of 15-30 and legally entitled to work in Canada. This includes Canadian Citizens, permanent residents, or persons on whom refugee protection has been conferred. International students are not eligible.


• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.


• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


• Familiarity with social media platforms and basic digital tools


• Eagerness to learn, take initiative, and contribute in a team environment.


• Clear Background Check


• Valid Driver’s License

This posting will close on Monday, April 20, 2026, or until a suitable candidate is found.

This grant program is an anticipated sixteen (16) weeks of employment between May - September 2026.