Institute of Public Administration (IPAC) Alberta Communications Assistant (Contract)

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Position Type:  Contract (approximately 5-10 hours/week depending on the task; 6 month contract with
                           possibility of extension)

Wage:  $18-20 per hour

Reports To:  Communications Liaison, IPAC Alberta

Location:  Alberta (remote/hybrid)

Key Deliverables:  Website update and management; event and promotional content creation

 

About IPAC Alberta

The Institute of Public Administration (IPAC) Alberta, as part of a national practice, connects public servants across the province to exchange ideas, build relationships, and advance excellence in public administration. IPAC Alberta is a proud member of IPAC Canada, and is one of many regional IPAC groups across the country.

 

Key Deliverables

IPAC Alberta is seeking a proactive, organized, and creative Communications Assistant to strengthen our digital presence and communications reach. This role will help update and maintain a modern, user‑friendly website; develop event and promotional materials, and assist with other communication-related tasks. The successful candidate will work closely with IPAC Alberta leadership to ensure consistent, professional, and effective outreach.

 

The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator with website development experience, able to work independently, and help elevate IPAC Alberta’s public and member outreach.

 

Digital & Website Management

• Propose design and functional improvements to the current IPAC Alberta website (layout, navigation, usability, accessibility, etc.).

• Complete design and functional improvements to the current IPAC website.

• Collaborate with IPAC Alberta for technical support as needed.

• Assist with social media posting for events and promotion, as required.

Communications & Content Development

• Draft, design, and update communication materials including (but not limited to) web content, posters, brochures, and promotional graphics in alignment with IPAC Canada standards.

• Maintain an organized inventory of templates, logos, files, and communications material.

Collaborative Support

• Work with IPAC Alberta Board Members to identify communications needs and priorities.

• Support communications tasks as they arise.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience with website design and content management platforms (e.g. Wix) and digital communications tools (e.g. LinkedIn).

• Experience with web-based file systems (e.g., SharePoint, Google Drive).

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities.

• Experience developing promotional or educational materials (Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).

• Organized and detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively with volunteers and national partners.

• Familiarity with communications, non‑profit environments, or membership associations is an asset.

 

How to Apply

Please submit a resume, a short cover letter, and links or samples of communications/website work to:

contact@ipac-alberta.ca

Subject Line: Communications Assistant Application

Deadline: June 9, 2026

 

Note: only selected applicants will be contacted.