Government of British Columbia
ADMN O 24R - Marketing Specialist
PayCompetitive
LocationSurrey/British Columbia
Employment typeFull-Time
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Job Description
- Req#: 11326512
- University degree in commerce, business administration, marketing, communications, or a directly related field; OR
- A Diploma in commerce, business administration, marketing, communications, or a directly related field, and two (2) years of related experience.
Related experience must include:- Experience working in a government, business, marketing or communications role.
- Experience working in a government, business, marketing or communications role.
- A minimum of three (3) years of experience in the following:
- Writing content across various platforms, including but not limited to, website copy, social media posts, email campaigns, presentations and marketing material.
- Identifying key performance indicators, utilizing analytical tools to measure performance, and optimize strategies based on data insights.
- Developing social media campaigns, including developing a platform-specific content calendar, posting content, and engaging with the audience.
- Managing projects from inception to completion.
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience using WordPress or similar content management systems (CMS) to create and update website content.
- Experience working in the agriculture, food and/or seafood sectors.
- Experience working with graphic design programs such as Adobe InDesign and/or Adobe Illustrator.
- Experience in user experience research and/or design.
Make a difference in this rewarding career opportunity.
The Food and Beverage Branch leads market and business development activities for farmers, food processors and Indigenous communities as well as key initiatives such as Buy BC, Feed BC, and the B.C. Food Hub Network.
As a member of the Market Development and Trade Unit, the Marketing Specialist leads the planning, research, development, and implementation of marketing activities that promote B.C.’s agriculture, food, and seafood products and support the development of priority markets.
Job Requirements:
Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:
For questions regarding this position, please contact Andrea.Hoerger@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This position can be based in any Agriculture and Food office. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.
This is a temporary opportunity until January 4, 2026. A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to applicants that self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, status or non-status, Métis, or Inuit) seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. For guidance on applying and interviewing, please contact IndigenousApplicants@gov.bc.ca or 778-405-3452.
The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.
Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.
Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.
Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.
Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.About the company
The provincial government of British Columbia is the body responsible for the administration of the Canadian province of British Columbia.