Communications Coordinator - Contract

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The Communications Coordinator is responsible for supporting daily operations of the Communications/PR team and assists in 2026 marketing planning. Working closely with the Director of Digital Engagement, this role manages tasks such as PR agency coordination, web updates, influencer/editor relations, and internal communications. By overseeing these operational responsibilities, the coordinator ensures efficient execution, contributing to cohesive brand messaging and organizational goals.

This is a contract position with a duration of six (6) months.

What You Will Do

Marketing Campaign Coordination & Strategy

• Assist in developing and maintaining integrated marketing campaign calendars (annual/quarterly) and activity grids.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Brand, Innovation, Sales) to align messaging and identify integration opportunities across channels.
• Oversee logistics for PR activities, including product briefings, approvals, reporting, and managing influencer/editor shipments and content reviews.
• Monitor social media performance, influencer ROI, and track key performance metrics for ongoing optimization.

PR & Communications Management

• Coordinate weekly status meetings with external PR agencies, ensuring deliverables are met and managing feedback loops.
• Review press materials, including press releases and talking points, and escalate sensitive content to senior leadership.
• Monitor PR inbox, addressing media inquiries and escalating complex requests as needed.
• Draft and submit award applications, maintain award calendars, and gather necessary assets for recognition.

Website & Digital Content Coordination

• Serve as the primary point of contact for external web agencies, ensuring timely updates and content alignment with brand standards.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure website copy and product information is accurate and current.
• Collect input from internal teams (Brand, Innovation, Sales) to develop content for PR pitches, websites, and marketing materials.

Analytics, Compliance & Administrative Support

• Support analytics efforts by compiling social media, influencer, and PR performance data, summarizing results for internal reports.
• Route content for regulatory approvals, ensuring compliance with brand and legal standards.
• Manage product requests, shipments, and maintain databases for press contacts, influencer partnerships, and coverage tracking.
• Organize meeting logistics, document feedback, and track action items for alignment with brand priorities.

Your Background

• 2-4 years of experience in marketing, PR, or communications, with a focus on campaign coordination and digital media.
• Relevant degree or diploma in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of social media platforms, influencer engagement, and performance tracking.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams (e.g., Brand, Sales, Innovation) to execute integrated marketing strategies.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Familiarity with digital marketing tools, PR management platforms, and content management systems (CMS).

What You Bring

• Seamless Operational Execution: Ensure accurate and timely completion of daily Communications/PR tasks, including PR inbox management, social media posting, and influencer/editor product dispatches.
• Integrated Marketing Campaign Support: Collaborate cross-functionally to plan, optimize, and measure PR initiatives within integrated marketing campaigns for both 2025 and 2026.
• Brand & Governance Alignment: Maintain brand consistency and regulatory compliance through regular brand/comms reviews and ensure aligned messaging internally and externally.
• Website & Digital Maintenance: Oversee website updates, content refreshes, and troubleshooting with external web agency to ensure brand accuracy and minimal downtime.
• Effective Collaboration & Communication: Act as the central point of contact for internal teams, external PR agencies, and partners, ensuring smooth workflows, timely award submissions, and cohesive brand communication across all channels.

Daiya’s Core Competencies

• Emotional Intelligence: You possess the ability to manage emotions, as well as seek to understand the emotions of others around you.
• Growth Mindset: You find opportunities and possibilities when challenged, embrace continuous learning, and constantly strive to grow and improve.
• Effective Communication: You effectively listen, assess, and adjust your communication to align your intention and impact.
• Collaboration: You work with and through others to create great results for Daiya.
• Driving Results: You take the initiative to find solutions, deliver results, maintain focus, and drive accountability.
• Service Excellence: You understand and serve the needs of others (Daiyans, consumers, and our communities)

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

Daiya’s compensation offerings are based on a pay-for-performance philosophy. The pay range for this position is from $50,000 – 65,000 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Permanent team members may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.  

At Daiya, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe in building a flexible, hybrid model to make work-life harmony a reality. We strive to build diverse and high performing teams and empower continuous learning to grow and improve ourselves.

• Competitive compensation
• Fun and creative environment
• On-site fitness studio
• On-site practitioners
• Inspiring and innovative work
• Smart and passionate teams
• Making people and the planet a healthier place

At Daiya Foods, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, one in which employees can bring their whole selves to work everyday.  We welcome and celebrate differences because we believe a multitude of perspectives fosters innovation and will help us achieve our vision.

Daiya Foods humbly acknowledges that the land on which we work, live, and play is the unceded traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish, and Musqueam Nations. This connection to the land is not only a source of inspiration but also a guiding force in our journey towards greater environmental stewardship and community engagement.