Communications and Outreach Assistant

Job Title

Communications and Outreach Assistant

Organization

Mackin House Museum

Deadline

Apr. 5, 2026

Organization Description

Mackin House Museum is centered around one of the oldest houses in Coquitlam - Mackin House, having been built in 1909 for the Sales Manager of Fraser Mills, Henry Mackin. Having stood for over a century, the Museum is a remnant of the historic French community of Maillardville, the largest French settlement in Western Canada, and of the influx of early immigration by Fraser Mills laborers. Today, Mackin House Museum hosts exhibits, events, and tours dedicated to showcasing the multifaceted history and culture of the city of Coquitlam. Visitors can immerse themselves in the Edwardian-era building and the history of the associated Fraser Mills community, learn about underrepresented histories of early Chinese, Japanese, and South Asians in the area, and discover the subtle but compounding ways the city has changed so much of the course of just 100 years.

Website

https://www.coquitlamheritage.ca/

Job Description

Working with the Manager, Communications and Outreach and the team, the Communications and Outreach assistant will support communications and marketing campaigns for Coquitlam Heritage, work on outreach programs in development, and be part of our event outreach team.

Responsibilities

This role includes researching, writing and designing for web based and print material, creating social media campaigns, posts and reels, taking good pictures, editing video, and also includes being able to assist with onsite and off-site event set up, talking to community members of all ages engaging our audiences in ways that build meaningful connections over time.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates a genuine interest in community, heritage, history, and culture

• An interest learning more about and telling the story of, the people of this region

• Displays a helpful, outgoing personality. Works well in a team and individually

• Has the ability to focus on and complete tasks in a timely manner

• Is organized and can prioritize

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

• Excellent design and editing skills

• Sound knowledge of Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Tiktok

• Sound knowledge of a design software such as InDesign, Publisher

• Experience editing video using a software such as Adobe Premiere

• Experience with photo and illustration software such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator an asset

• Working knowledge of Canva, Squarespace and Wordpress an asset.

• Is flexible and happy to lend a hand wherever it’s needed

• Fluency in French or another language is an asset

• Must pass a criminal record check

• Is able to work Saturdays and some evenings

This position is suitable for those considering a career in Communications, marketing, museum communications and programming, tourism, community building or history. Applicants should be working towards a degree in Communications, Marketing, Museum Studies, Education, History, Tourism, or a related field. Coquitlam Heritage is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from underrepresented groups, including new immigrant youth/refugees, Indigenous youth, youth with disabilities and visible minorities.

How to Apply

This is a 30 hour a week position that will run for 11 weeks, working Tuesday to Saturday. Position is subject to successful funding. Please send your cover letter and resume in PDF outlining how you meet the requirements to: Malika Arora (she/her) Communications & Community Outreach Manager marora@coquitlamheritage.ca Subject line: YourName_Communications_Assistant_CSJ_Application

Remuneration

$20.85/HR