Work at BCDA

The BC Dental Association (BCDA) is the voice of BC dentists. As the second largest dental association in Canada, our mandate is to advocate for our members and promote oral health for all British Columbians. We represent over 3900 general dentists and certified dental specialists across BC and collaborate with health and community stakeholder groups to link the clinical work of our members with better health outcomes. BCDA is a regional and national leader in proactive professional association management and a proud member of the Canadian Dental Association. The Association provides a range or member programs and services, including online education for dentists and their clinic staff, one-to-one member support, and mentorship programs. It is a proven leader in professional association management, with a dynamic and inclusive culture of collaboration, cooperation and innovation.

Social Media Coordinator

The Social Media Coordinator will work closely with various departments within the BC Dental Association (BCDA), including Communications and Member Support, to enhance BCDA's brand as the Voice of Dentistry in British Columbia. The role involves developing and managing content across multiple social media platforms such as Twitter/X, Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook with the possibility of expanding to TikTok. The successful candidate will stay up-to-date on current trends and events impacting dentistry at both provincial and federal levels.

Additionally, the successful candidate will navigate dual objectives of actively engaging with current and prospective members to grow our membership base, while maintaining a public-facing narrative that dentists are a vital part of a primary healthcare team, and the importance of oral health contributing to overall health.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in social media or digital marketing
• Degree, diploma or certificate in Marketing, Communications, or a related field
• Strong writing, editing and communication skills
• Experience in managing a brand’s voice via online presence
• Experience creating/implementing a social media calendar
• Proficiency in managing content across various social media platforms
• Demonstrated ability to create short videos for social media
• Proficient in Microsoft Office & Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with Mailchimp, Wordpress, Sharepoint or similar
• Basic graphic design skills an asset
• Prior experience in a not-for-profit organization or association is an asset

Salary

BCDA offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The salary range is $50,000 - $55,000.

To Apply

Email your cover letter, outlining your interest and highlighting your applicable skills, and your resume to hr@bcdental.org by Friday November 17, 2023.

We kindly ask for no phone calls please. Only local candidates who are selected for interview will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest in joining the BCDA.