Career Opportunities

Employment term: One Year, Fixed Term Contract Position with the potential to become permanent.

Hiring Range: $56,235 - $70,294 on an annual basis. Compensation is determined within this range based on relevant experience, scope of responsibilities, and internal equity.

Position Context
This is a replacement for an existing position.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director, Communications, the Social Media and Communications Coordinator will demonstrate professional experience in social media content development, digital marketing, and copy writing. This role requires a creative and analytical mindset, advanced knowledge of social media, and a passion for creating compelling content.   

Location

The PDAC office is located at 170 University Avenue, Suite 800, Toronto, Ontario. The successful candidate will be required to attend the PDAC office 4 days per month.

What you will do

• Develop and implement creative and engaging social media content across various platforms, aligning with our brand voice and marketing objectives.
• Manage paid social media campaigns on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X, ensuring optimal targeting and budget utilization.
• Execute Google Ads campaigns, including search, display, and video ads, with a focus on maximizing ROI.
• Develop, write, and edit content for PDAC’s monthly email newsletter. Manage the newsletter production schedule and collaborate with various departments to gather relevant news and updates.   
• Write compelling and effective copy for a variety of formats, including email newsletters, social media posts and articles for print and the web.   
• Source and design eye-catching graphics for various communications uses.
• Monitor and analyze the performance of social media and Google Ad campaigns, providing regular reports and insights to optimize strategies.
• Engage with online audiences by interacting and responding to comments and messages across social media platforms, as well as general community management.
• Support the work of PDAC’s Awards Committee with agenda preparation, minute taking, and document management.
• Assist with other tasks and projects as needed.

You Have

• University or College Degree in Communications, Journalism, or related field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proven experience in social media management and digital advertising, including organic and paid campaigns.   
• Strong content creation and copy writing skills.
• Experience working on content management systems for email and web (ie. Craft CMS, Informz).
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including writing and proof reading and the ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.   
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team player
• Proven problem-solving skills and an ability to learn and adapt in changing environments.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
• Organized and able to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and initiatives simultaneously.
• Graphic design experience is an asset.
• Video production experience is an asset.   
• French or Spanish language skills are assets. 

Pay Transparency & Fair Hiring

In accordance with Ontario’s Pay Transparency legislation, PDAC has included the hiring range for this role in this posting. Compensation is determined within the stated range based on relevant experience, role requirements, and internal equity.

PDAC does not request or consider an applicant’s prior compensation as part of the recruitment process.

PDAC does not use automated decision-making or artificial intelligence tools to screen or assess candidates for this role.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in Canada for the entire duration of the contract.

PDAC is committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices and will provide accommodations, upon request, to support participation in all stages of the recruitment process.

Employment term: 17-day Fixed Term Contract Position, April 28 – May 14.

Hiring Range: $5,500. Compensation also includes all meals, accommodations and transportation costs to and from the Workshop for the duration of the event.

Position Context: Existing role.

The Opportunity

The Event Coordinator, reporting to the Manager, Student & Early Career Program will be responsible for the execution of workshop logistics and assist with onsite coordination. The incumbent must be available on-site, staying in residence with the group, for the duration of the workshop, April 28 – May 14, 2026 inclusive.

About S-IMEW: 

The Student-Industry Mineral Exploration Workshop (S-IMEW) is a two-week, all-expense paid, residential, geoscience workshop that provides students from across Canada with a technical and business perspective of mineral exploration by hands-on learning and interaction with industry professionals. From April 29 – May 14, students will be staying in residence in Sudbury, and will be immersed in a mixture of classroom presentations and field exercises, including a four-day field trip to Kirkland Lake. Students will learn practical mineral exploration techniques, field skills, core logging, geological mapping and interpretation, development of networking skills and much more. This workshop introduces students to the myriad of careers in the exploration industry.

What You Will Do

• Work with presenters, sponsors and suppliers to ensure the successful execution of the program (i.e. that presentations start and end on time, students and presenters adhere to the schedule, etc.)
• Work with the team to ensure that meals, transportation and other logistics are carried out as required
• Communicate and ensure adherence to the S-IMEW/PDAC code of conduct, health & safety guidelines and residence policies
• Safely drive a minivan during the workshop
• Accompany students to all activities
• Manage student needs, group dynamics, and report concerns/issues and problems to the Manager
• Maintain a safe and respectful environment at all times
• Perform other duties as assigned
   

You Have

• A valid driver’s license, good driving record and must be over 25 years of age
• The ability to effectively multi-task is critical
• Demonstrated ability to work and solve problems under pressure
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and team skills with an ability to work effectively with a diverse group of students and volunteers
• The ability to work well independently and as part of a small team
• Ability to lift/carry objects that weigh up to 30 lbs
• Previous event coordination experience is an asset
• Valid First Aid certificate is an asset
• Comfortable working outdoors, and navigating uneven terrain during S-IMEW
• Coordinators must be available for training in Toronto on April 28.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The PDAC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. The PDAC, will provide, on request, accommodations for disabilities to support your participation in all aspects of the recruitment process.