Staff - Union Job Category CUPE 2950 Job Profile CUPE 2950 Hourly - Marketing & Comm Asst (Gr5) Job Title Marketing & Communications Assistant Department Administrative Support | Department of Asian Studies Compensation Range $28.38 - $29.82 CAD Hourly Posting End Date November 9, 2025 Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date. Job End Date May 15, 2026 This is an hourly, term position with an end date of May 15, 2026. At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career. Job Summary The Marketing & Communications Assistant is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining promotional and communication materials for the Alireza Ahmadian Lectures in Iranian and Persianate Studies. The role encompasses website development, graphic design, and multimedia content creation to support the lecture series. Organizational Status The Marketing & Communications Assistant reports to Mostafa Abedinifard, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Modern Persian Literature and Culture at the Department of Asian Studies, who will provide oversight, guidance, and approval of deliverables. Work Performed Design, develop, and maintain a comprehensive website under the domain pips.ubc.ca to promote the Alireza Ahmadian Lecture series. Develops and updates engaging web content, including lecture series information, events, resources, faculty profiles, and program details. Ensure the website’s design is visually appealing, user-friendly, and optimized for accessibility. Maintain and update the website regularly to ensure current and accurate information. Design promotional materials such as posters and graphics for the lecture series events. Ensure thematic alignment of promotional materials with each event’s content, including creative development, layout design, incorporating feedback, and preparing materials for both prints and digital distribution. Coordinate media and communications for the lecture series events: Publish materials across social platforms, draft captions and promotional posts tailored to each event’s academic and cultural focus, coordinate the scheduling and rollout of posts and paid advertisements to optimize outreach and engagement. Collaborate with faculty and stakeholders to align designs with program themes and objectives. Consequence of Error/Judgement Must exercise judgment based on confidential and time-sensitive information; error or failure with information gathering and research could result in improper dissemination. Errors or incorrect decisions can have significant adverse impact on all parties and the Department’s reputation. Supervision Received Works independently under general supervision of Mostafa Abedinifard, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Modern Persian Literature and Culture at the Department of Asian Studies Supervision Given None. Minimum Qualifications High School graduation, plus two years of post-secondary education, plus three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. - Willingness to respect diverse perspectives, including perspectives in conflict with one’s own - Demonstrates a commitment to enhancing one’s own awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with the Department of Asian Studies’ Alireza Ahmadian Lecture Series and its activities Bilingual proficiency in English and Persian, a critical requirement for the role. Expertise in graphic design, web development, and poster creation, with a specialization in Persian-language content. Knowledge of Persian literature and culture Previous experience recording and designing event materials for similar Persian-language lecture series and/or Persian Language Program showcasing reliability and high-quality work. Experience with communications-related field is strongly preferred. Working knowledge or experience with a website content management tool or html coding, WordPress platform and/or current communication forms/media; experience with general administrative work preferred. Proficiency with the WordPress platform and website layout. Commitment to anti-racism and inclusive excellence, and ability to apply an intersectional anti-racist lens to communications projects. Ability to recognize, respect and work effectively with individuals and groups with diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Takes initiative in learning about language and issues relating equity and diversity. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to prioritize, work under pressure and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of work. Ability to understand and apply policies, procedures and instructions. Ability to exercise good judgment, tact and discretion when dealing with sensitive and confidential matters. Demonstrated high level of initiative. Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and priorities. Working knowledge of standard computer software applications at the Intermediate level: MS Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Cloud. Ability to adapt to emerging software and internet technology including social media tools. Ability to approach interactions with awareness of sensitive issues. The University of British Columbia is a global centre for research and teaching, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities globally. A large part of what makes us unique is the community of engaged students, faculty, and staff who are collectively committed to shaping a better world. Recognized as a leading employer in British Columbia and Canada, UBC supports inspired students, faculty and staff on their journey of discovery, and challenges them to realize their greatest potential. New ideas, changing infrastructure, innovative technology, and fresh approaches are opening up possibilities for the future of research, teaching, and work. Are you ready to embrace the future together? Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, and/or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If you have any accommodation or accessibility needs during the job application process, please contact the Centre for Workplace Accessibility at workplace.accessibility@ubc.ca.
