Marketing Project & Activation Coordinator

Hours of Work: Full-Time (35-40 hours per week) 
Location:           Whitehorse, Yukon - This role can be remote within an Air North base with travel required to Whitehorse.  

At Air North we believe that connecting people is more than just a business—it’s a mission. With every flight, we’re bridging communities, empowering travelers, and showcasing the beauty of the North, and other exciting Canadian destinations. When you join our team, you become part of a close-knit group that works together to make travel safe, enjoyable, and memorable. From our attentive service to our famous warm cookies served on board, every detail reflects our commitment to a welcoming experience with true Yukon hospitality. Join us if you’re passionate about making a difference and eager to be part of an airline that values community and commitment.

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Why join us?

• Phenomenal local and international flight benefits for you and your family!
• Extra travel benefits such as hotels and cruises
• Employer paid health & dental benefits
• Group RRSP investment options
• Cargo shipping benefits
• Vehicle and home heating fuel discounts through Chieftain Energy for you and your family

Role Summary:

This role is a key project-management resource for the Marketing & Communications team, bringing structure, momentum and accountability to projects that involve multiple departments, stakeholders, vendors and deadlines. The Coordinator will help turn ideas into well-planned, professionally executed initiatives, with particular focus on major brand activations and strategic projects, including Air North's 50th anniversary initiatives in early 2027. 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Own and coordinate assigned marketing projects from initial concept and planning through execution, wrap-up and reporting, ensuring projects are delivered on time and aligned with organizational objectives
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones and deliverables while managing multiple projects and competing priorities
• Proactively identify project requirements, dependencies, risks and potential roadblocks, taking action to keep projects moving and recommending practical solutions when challenges arise
• Establish clear responsibilities, deadlines and deliverables and act as the central point of contact for internal teams, vendors, agencies, contractors and external partners
• Coordinate the planning and execution of brand activations, experiential marketing initiatives, campaigns, launches, celebrations and other special projects, including Air North’s 50th anniversary programming
• Work with internal departments and external partners to translate creative concepts into executable plans and coordinate the production, delivery and installation of project materials
• Coordinate project logistics and support on-site execution, including venues, staffing, equipment, signage, promotional materials, transportation and other operational requirements
• Source and manage vendors and contractors, including obtaining quotes, coordinating purchasing requirements and overseeing deliverables, invoices and project commitments
• Assist with project budgets, expense tracking, status reporting and post-project evaluations to assess outcomes, engagement and overall effectiveness
• Work closely with Marketing and Social Media & Events to identify opportunities for content, storytelling, photography, video and communications while ensuring projects consistently reflect Air North’s brand standards

Must haves:

• Post-secondary education in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, Project Management, Event Management or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• Minimum three (3) years of professional experience in project coordination, marketing, event management, communications or a related field
• Demonstrated experience managing projects involving multiple stakeholders, deadlines, deliverables and vendors
• Experience coordinating events, activations, campaigns, launches or other complex initiatives
• A strong sense of accountability, honesty, and responsibility in all tasks, supporting the trust that we have built with passengers, partners, and communities
• Enthusiasm for contributing to our unique mission, whether that’s through direct customer service, operational excellence, or behind-the-scenes support
• Must be a legally entitled to work in Canada

Nice to haves:

• Fluency in written French considered an asset

Ready to join us?

• Submit your resume and cover letter explaining why you are an ideal fit for the role
• If selected, we'll reach out for a brief introductory call
• Successful candidates will then proceed to an interview with our Recruiter and Hiring Manager

 

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