Copywriter (CIJA)
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Copywriter to join our communications team. The position works collaboratively with members of the CIJA team to craft compelling and engaging content across various platforms to effectively communicate CIJA’s messages designed to advance CIJA’s objectives with advocacy audiences and community stakeholders. The position is in either Ottawa or Toronto and reports to the VP Communications and Marketing.
About Us
The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) builds and nurtures relationships with leaders in government, media, academia, civil society, and other faith and ethnic communities to ensure greater understanding of the issues that impact the Jewish community. CIJA combats antisemitism and discrimination in all its forms and advocates for fundamental rights and freedoms, social justice, and support for the people of Israel. As the advocacy agent of the Jewish Federations of Canada, CIJA is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of Jewish life in Canada by advancing the public policy interests of Canada’s organized Jewish community.
CIJA connects the power of a strong, national network to regional efforts in every Canadian province and, as the Canadian affiliate of the World Jewish Congress, to international efforts worldwide.
Primary Functions
- Content Creation: Write clear, attractive copy for various mediums including websites, email communications, social media, policy brochures, and other communication/marketing materials
- Research: Conduct thorough research to understand local, provincial, federal and international landscapes, and target audience insights to inform content creation.
- Brand Alignment: Ensure all copy aligns with CIJA’s brand voice, style guidelines, and overall marketing strategy.
- Editing and Proofreading: Edit and proofread copy to ensure it is grammatically correct, error-free, and meets our high editorial standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with team members to brainstorm ideas, create content strategies, and create and/or edit opinion editorials
- Adaptability: Adapt writing style and tone based on feedback from stakeholders while maintaining consistency with brand voice.
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in English, Journalism, Marketing, or related field (preferred).
- Proven experience as a Copywriter or in a similar role.
- Portfolio of work demonstrating creative and effective writing skills
- Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
- Strong research skills and ability to understand complex topics.
- Excellent communicator, both orally and in writing
- Proficiency in MS Office and can effectively learn and use additional systems
- Self-motivated, effectively prioritize deliverables and manage multiple tight deadline
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Highly developed interpersonal and relationship management skills
- Knowledge of issues of concern to Canada’s Jewish Community
- Bilingualism an asset
- Flexibility – work nights and weekends may arise
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. This position will be based in CIJA’s Toronto Office. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received. Only candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted. No walk-ins or phone calls, please. Deadline for submissions is August 9th, 2024.
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