<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><strong>Editorial Content Development (35%)</strong></p><ul><li>Develop, plan, and manage strategies and production for principal communication and marketing channels.</li><li>Create and maintain email marketing content calendars; coordinate with internal stakeholders for integrated promotion of products and services.</li><li>Oversee the organization’s primary member print publication, including editorial contributions.</li><li>Manage content for community platforms, working with external writers to deliver timely and engaging articles.</li><li>Produce multi-media materials such as speeches, scripts, and presentations as needed.</li><li>Present creative strategies and operational plans to leadership for review.</li></ul><p><strong>Editing / Subject Matter Expertise (30%)</strong></p><ul><li>Review and edit content organization-wide for adherence to CP Style, brand standards, and tone.</li><li>Collaborate with subject matter experts to translate technical topics for wider audiences.</li><li>Edit contributed content from partnering organizations to ensure quality and alignment.</li><li>Apply a customer-focused perspective to editorial processes, maintaining both contributor and brand integrity.</li></ul><p><strong>Strategic Creative Marketing Content (20%)</strong></p><ul><li>Identify and pursue innovative advertising opportunities and lead-generation channels.</li><li>Plan and execute targeted outbound campaigns to key influencer audiences, including HR, accounting, and related fields.</li><li>Track and report on advertising budgets and campaign performance, sharing insights and improvements.</li><li>Partner with product and marketing teams for cohesive promotions.</li><li>Support the execution of special projects and creative strategies in partnership with the PR team.</li><li>Lead copywriting and creative asset development with design teams.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial and Administrative (15%)</strong></p><ul><li>Support the achievement of significant annual revenue targets across memberships, development, designations, and events.</li><li>Assist with ongoing budget management and reporting.</li><li>Monitor and gain approvals for expenses, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.</li><li>Deliver regular updates on campaign and project metrics using relevant KPIs.</li></ul><p><strong>Other Key Duties:</strong></p><ul><li>Communicate directly with a broad member and stakeholder base.</li><li>Liaise and negotiate with consultants, writers, and vendors to deliver on-brand, on-time, and within-budget content solutions.</li><li>Lead and manage communications activations through cross-functional collaboration.</li><li>Work closely with both internal and external partners (including freelancers and agencies) on deliverables.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a highly motivated Customer Experience Specialist to join a team on a contract basis in Markham, Ontario. In this role, you will focus on delivering exceptional service to our customers while ensuring accurate order processing and efficient returns management. This position is ideal for someone with a strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a customer-first mindset.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Accurately process customer orders, ensuring seamless order entry from receipt to fulfillment.</p><p>• Verify and coordinate order details with relevant departments to guarantee timely delivery.</p><p>• Manage product returns efficiently, maintaining detailed records and resolving any return-related issues.</p><p>• Provide personalized support to customers by addressing inquiries and offering effective solutions.</p><p>• Build strong customer relationships through consistent, high-quality service.</p><p>• Collaborate with inventory, shipping, and other teams to streamline operations and enhance customer satisfaction.</p><p>• Utilize order management systems and software tools to maintain accuracy and efficiency.</p><p>• Troubleshoot and resolve complaints promptly, ensuring a positive resolution for the customer.</p><p>• Contribute to the company’s commitment to operational excellence and outstanding service.</p><p>• Adapt to changing priorities and tasks to support team and business needs.</p>
<p>We're recruiting for a Freelance Accessibility Specialist to conduct a comprehensive ADA/AODA compliance audit for two existing websites. The goal is to evaluate current accessibility standards, identify compliance gaps, and provide clear recommendations for improvement.</p><p><br></p><p>Project Scope</p><ul><li>Perform a full accessibility audit of two live websites</li><li>Evaluate compliance against ADA and AODA standards (WCAG 2.1 AA minimum preferred)</li><li>Identify accessibility barriers affecting users with disabilities</li><li>Provide a detailed written report outlining:</li><li>Areas of non-compliance</li><li>Severity level of issues</li><li>Recommended remediation steps</li><li>Prioritized action plan</li><li>Share the checklist or methodology used to conduct the audit</li></ul><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Use both automated tools and manual testing methods</li><li>Review site structure, navigation, forms, media, and interactive elements</li><li>Assess keyboard navigation, screen reader compatibility, color contrast, and semantic structure</li><li>Deliver findings in a clear, organized, and actionable format</li><li>Be available to clarify findings and answer follow-up questions</li></ul><p><br></p>
