Disclaimer: This position is unpaid. If you are applying for a co-op, please confirm from your college prior to submitting your application.

• Research industry-related topics (combining online sources, interviews and studies) 
• Research the target market and perform SWOT analysis 
• Collect data on consumers, competitors, the marketplace and integrate information into actionable items, reports and presentations 
• Write clear marketing copy to promote our products/services 
• Prepare well-structured drafts using Content Management Systems 
• Proofread and edit blog posts before publication 
• Submit work to editors for input and approval 
• Coordinate with marketing and design teams to illustrate articles 
• Conduct simple keyword research and use SEO guidelines to increase web traffic 
• Promote content on social media 
• Identify customers’ needs and gaps in our content and recommend new topics 
• Ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images and tone) 
• Update website content as needed 
• Understanding of the marketing strategy and business marketing plan 
• Building content based on the services and tools we customize and tailor 
• Use critical and analytical thinking to manage concerns with the marketing planner 
• Documentation based on the analytics of the research 
• Review the progress of the work and ensure quality and high standards are implemented
• Clarify and analyze in a clear, concise format and in a professional manner 

• Minimum of 1-3 years’ experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter or in a similar role. Volunteering, co-op or internship is also taken as experience 
• Experience with Office 365 tools 
• Experience in publishing articles 
• Experience conducting research using multiple sources 
• Familiarity with web publications 
• Hands-on experience with content management systems (e.g. WordPress) 

• Must possess advanced communication skills (written and oral) 
• Should have strong interpersonal skills and be a great team player 
• Must have excellent writing and editing skills in English 
• Should have excellent researching and presentation skills 
• Must be proficient with writing programs such as Google Docs, MS Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint 

• Brand image 
• Market place presence and position 
• Purchase intention 
• Client satisfaction 

• Should be adaptable 
• Must be creative and imaginative 
• Should be able to perform efficiently while working with a team 
• Must be able to meet tight deadlines 
• Ability to be versatile (working independently and in a team) 
• Should have self-motivation 
• Must be adaptable 

• Training (Office 365, Cyber Security, and the virtual environment)
• Mentoring and Coaching in the area of volunteer work
• Reimbursement of exam fees when successfully earned the pre-approved professional certification (certain conditions applies)
• Fixable hours and Working Virtually
• Able to obtain a reference letter from ENCADE on the hours reported in approved time-sheet
• Regular appraisal evaluations of skills with suggestions for improvements
• This volunteer work / internship can be reflected on academic credits whenever applicable and accepted by the educational institution
• Addition to the PDUs of the project management certification requirement

VOLUNTEER

EXPECTATIONS:

• 10 Hours a week minimum
• Weekly time sheet reporting
• Display a positive and respectful attitude
• Work with honesty and integrity
• Represent the organization in a responsible manner
• Take initiative
• Perform their jobs to a reasonable, acceptable standard
• Deliver results
• Maintain good attendance
• Be dependable and responsible
• Be a good team player
• Conduct themselves in a professional manner, even when off duty
• Follow set policies and procedures when dealing with problems or issues