About Us TheOffice of Indigenous Initiativesis responsible for championing and/or supporting through advice and counsel Indigenous initiatives across a broad range of areas including student affairs, academic programs, workforce planning, space planning, policy and implementation, and training and development, etc. Through collaborative and community‑engaged processes, the Office will facilitate partnerships that increase Indigenous voices and presence across all levels of work, study and research at Western.Office of Indigenous Initiatives Priority AreasIndigenous community engagement and advisoriesIndigenous space planning and managementIndigenous access and recruitment strategiesIndigenous curriculum and training developmentIndigenous faculty and staff recruitment and retention strategyPosition Overview Reporting to the Director of Indigenous Engagement at Western University, the Web Projects Coordinator will support the successful implementation of a new institutional website template by coordinating the transition of existing websites. This includes rebuilding webpages, collecting and refining content, and working closely with stakeholders within the OII.The ideal candidate is a strong communicator with experience in digital content, website structure, and accessibility standards. This temporary, full‑time position plays a key role in enhancing the Indigenous Initiatives web presence and ensuring consistent, high‑quality user experience across all related web properties. The role is expected to be filled by reappointment.Website Rebuild & MigrationRebuild webpages in the new website template using the designated content management system (CMS)Review and update existing content to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with current prioritiesEnsure all content adheres to web accessibility standards (AODA/WCAG) and usability principlesCoordinate the migration of web content from outdated pages and websites to the new template structureConduct quality assurance checks to ensure all links, images, and embedded elements are functional and correctly formattedMaintain consistency with the Western brand guidelines, tone, and digital styleContent CoordinationCollaborate with internal departments and stakeholders to gather content and source missing informationAdvise stakeholders on best practices for structuring and presenting web contentSupport content optimization for search engines (SEO) and overall readabilityTrack progress of content migration tasks and contribute to project reporting and workflow documentationDigital Communications & Strategy SupportParticipate in regular team meetings to align priorities and resolve content or technical challengesProvide recommendations on content structure, site architecture, or layout improvements during the rebuildContribute to the continuous improvement of web content strategy, based on user experience and analytics insightsStay current with digital communications trends, particularly in accessibility, design, and user engagementQualifications EducationPost‑secondary education in communications, digital media, web development, or a related fieldExperience1–3 years of experience working with websites, digital content, or CMS platforms (Drupal, WordPress, etc.)Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesAbility to rebuild pages in CMS, troubleshoot formatting issues, and conduct quality assurance checksExcellent written communication and editorial skills with a strong attention to detailAbility to work independently and collaboratively in a team environmentCreative problem‑solving skills and sound professional judgmentEquity & Inclusion Statement Western University is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.#J-18808-Ljbffr
Web Projects Coordinator – Indigenous Initiatives (Oii)
WESTERN UNIVERSITY
london, london
Published 18 days ago
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