Remote Marketing Coordinator (French) - GUS Global — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This role is listed as open to applicants anywhere in the world, making it a strong candidate for location-independent work. The consultancy (freelance/contract) structure further enhances flexibility — you bill as an independent contractor, which is typically compatible with digital nomad visas and short-stay tourist arrangements in many countries.
Timezone & Schedule: The description mentions "face-to-face calls" for brief clarification, suggesting some synchronous availability is required. GUS operates globally across Europe, North America, and Asia, so the team likely spans multiple timezones. Expect some overlap hours to be necessary, though the role appears largely async-friendly for day-to-day task management via tools like Asana and Monday.com.
Visa considerations: As a contractor, you handle your own tax and legal status. Popular nomad-friendly visa options include:
- Portugal (D8 Nomad Visa): Suitable for freelancers earning remote income — Lisbon and Porto are affordable for Western European standards.
- Thailand (LTR Visa or tourist stays): Low cost of living in Chiang Mai or Bangkok; great for contractors without a fixed home base.
- Colombia (Digital Nomad Visa): Medellín is highly popular and very cost-effective for remote contractors.
No salary data is provided, so budget planning depends on your negotiated rate. As a marketing coordinator contractor role at a global edu-tech firm, expect mid-range rates. Always confirm rate expectations early in the interview process.
Headquarters: Cameroon
URL: http://guscancolleges.ca
About the Company
Global University Systems (GUS) is one of the world's most dynamic, inclusive, and diverse education organisations. GUS is an international network of higher education institutions, brought together by a shared passion for accessible and industry-relevant qualifications. We deliver a wide variety of programmes, including bachelor's degree programmes, master's degree programmes, professional training, English Language training, and corporate & executive education. When someone chooses to study at one of our institutions — whether on campus in Europe, North America, Asia, or even in their own home — they are joining a network of over 100,000 students worldwide. When you decide to work with GUS, you will be joining an industry-leading, global organisation with a reach in over 150 different countries.
Role Overview
The Marketing Coordinator supports the day-to-day functioning of the Global Marketing Team, driving efficient processes, cross-team coordination, reporting, and project execution. This is a pivotal operations-focused role that ensures seamless collaboration between marketing, creative, content, and performance teams across our network of institutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Project & Campaign Coordination: Support the delivery of global marketing campaigns and initiatives by tracking timelines, deliverables, and dependencies.
- Team & Stakeholder Support: Act as a central point of coordination between cross-functional teams and regional stakeholders, ensuring clear information flow and task follow-through. Where needed, arrange face-to-face calls to clarify briefs and avoid misalignment.
- Reporting & Performance Monitoring: Collate data from various teams to support the creation of marketing performance reports and dashboards.
- Documentation & Knowledge Management: Maintain shared folders, ensure campaign materials are archived correctly, and assist with onboarding documentation for new team members.
Key Skills & Attributes
- Native French speaker
- Excellent level of English
- Strong organizational and project coordination skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets, PowerPoint, and project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com)
- Experience working in Salesforce is a plus
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
- A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
- Ability to collaborate across global, multicultural teams
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Languages, Linguistics, Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field
- 2–3 years of experience in marketing coordination, project management, or operations
- 2–3 years of experience in communications, linguistics, or translation
- Experience with Salesforce is a plus
- Prior experience in education or a global marketing team is desirable
Other Information
Please note this position is only available on a Consultancy agreement.
We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at Global University Systems and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company. We will screen all applicant CVs and select candidates whose qualifications and experience meet our requirements. Please note that due to the high volume of applications, we will only contact you if you are selected to continue to the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success.
GUS is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.
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