Digital Marketing Coordinator
Canada Summer Jobs | Remote within Ontario
Outward Bound Canada is passionate about building and sustaining representation and diversity within the outdoor industry. We welcome applicants with diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. BIPoC, 2SLGBTQ+, and candidates living with a disability are highly encouraged to apply, even if your experience does not precisely match the job description for this role. Your experience, skills, and passion will set you apart — tell us about your achievements and journey to date, and the things you learned along the way.
Who We Are
Outward Bound Canada (OBC) is a national charity that equips youth with the skills, confidence, and resilience they need to thrive through powerful, life-changing experiences in nature. Our programs combine outdoor adventure with intentional learning to build leadership, social and emotional intelligence, and a deep sense of responsibility to community and the environment.
We are committed to breaking down barriers to access and creating meaningful opportunities for youth who have been historically underrepresented in outdoor and leadership spaces. Equity, inclusion, and belonging are central to our work, and we actively strive to ensure the outdoor sector reflects the full diversity of Canada.
The Role
The Digital Marketing Coordinator will support OBC’s marketing and communications team in bringing our programs, stories, and mission to life online. This is a creative, hands-on role — you’ll be drafting content, managing social channels, supporting campaigns, and helping tell the stories of young people whose lives have been changed by time in nature.
If you’re someone who thinks in captions and campaigns, cares about authentic storytelling, and wants your work to mean something beyond the metrics — this is a good place to spend a summer.
What We Offer
Location: Remote (Ontario). Proximity to our operating bases in Minden or Toronto is an asset.
Compensation: $17.60 per hour
Term: Canada Summer Jobs contract, 8 weeks at 35 hours per week. Anticipated start date May or June
Benefits: Employee Assistance Plan included
Supervisor: Marketing Manager
Application Deadline: Open until filled; applications reviewed on a rolling basis
Key Responsibilities
Content Creation & Social Media
• Draft, design, and schedule engaging content across OBC’s social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and TikTok
• Collaborate with program staff to capture photos, videos, and participant stories that bring OBC’s mission to life
• Assist with website content updates, ensuring program information is accurate, timely, and compelling
• Support email marketing campaigns, including writing, editing, and scheduling newsletters
Campaign Support
• Assist with digital marketing campaigns for program registration and fundraising initiatives
• Monitor campaign performance using analytics tools and report on key engagement metrics
• Research trends and best practices in youth-focused digital marketing to help shape content strategy
Community Engagement & Storytelling
• Respond to inquiries and engage with followers on social media in a timely and genuine way
• Support storytelling initiatives that highlight student experiences, program impact, and community partnerships
• Assist in gathering testimonials, success stories, and feedback from participants and families
Administrative & Brand Support
• Maintain content calendars, track social media analytics, and compile reports for the marketing team
• Support graphic design tasks, media research, and copywriting as needed
• Ensure all digital content is consistent with OBC’s brand, values, and voice
Eligibility
This position is funded through Canada Summer Jobs. To be eligible, applicants must:
Be between 15 and 30 years old at the start of their employment. Be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the job. Be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial legislation and regulations, including having a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment.
Qualifications and Experience
OBC recognizes that relevant skills and knowledge can be gained through volunteer work and lived experience, as well as professional and educational backgrounds. Please outline in a brief cover letter how you have developed the following, and how you would bring them to this role.
• Strong written communication skills with an eye for tone, clarity, and audience
• Comfortable with social media platforms, email marketing tools, and basic digital analytics
• Creative and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage your own workload while taking direction from the team
• Organized and reliable — able to maintain content calendars and meet deadlines in a fast-moving environment
• Genuine interest in outdoor education, youth development, or experiential learning is an asset
• Proficiency with Google Workspace or similar tools
Additional Assets
• Experience with graphic design tools such as Canva or Adobe Creative Suite
• Familiarity with video editing for social media content
• Experience managing or contributing to organizational social media accounts
• Understanding of JEDIA principles, particularly within the outdoor or nonprofit sectors
• Previous experience with Outward Bound Canada or a similar outdoor education organization
Working Conditions
Environment
This is a remote position. You will work from your own home or workspace. A reliable internet connection and a suitable remote work setup are required.
Work Hours
35 hours per week over 8 weeks. Hours are generally flexible and aligned with project needs, with regular check-ins with the Marketing & Communications team.
Safety
Completion of any required safety training prior to or at start of employment. A clear Criminal Record check will be required by the position start date.
We are excited to hear from you. Please share not just your credentials but your story: what brought you to this work, what you have learned, and why Outward Bound Canada feels like the right fit.
