Description
Inclusion BC is pleased to announce the opening of a Communications Manager 12-month parental leave replacement. This one-year position will work closely with the Inclusion BC team to help manage communications activities, as well as its program-specific communications strategies.
Location: New Westminster, BC
Closing date: April 25, 2019
Ideal start date: May 6, 2019
To apply, send your CV and cover letter to: INFO@INCLUSIONBC.ORG
ABOUT INCLUSION BC
Inclusion BC is a non-profit federation working with partners to build community and to enhance the lives of children and youth with special needs, adults with intellectual disabilities and their families by supporting abilities, promoting action and advancing rights, responsibilities and social justice. Our vision is a world where we all belong.
Inclusion BC provides support, education and advocacy where and when it’s needed. We advocate at a systems level for policy change and promote inclusion through public awareness initiatives and campaigns.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Communications Manager is responsible for supporting Inclusion BC’s mission and vision through developing, planning and implementing strategies that support the strategic plan and is consistent with our key messages.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Communications strategic planning
- Manage communications strategies for Inclusion BC in collaboration with the Executive Director
- In collaboration with Program Directors, provide advice and help implement communications strategies for Inclusion BC programs
Implementation – print and online communications
- Manage content on website, social media, press releases, reports, etc.
- Manage relationships with associated vendors
- Lead the generation of online content that engages audience segments and leads to measurable action
- Create or oversee creation of all print and multimedia materials, based on the marketing and communications plan
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS
- three to seven years’ experience in communications, marketing, public relations or external affairs;
- superior writing and editing ability across a variety of formats and lengths, and an ability to communicate complex information in an accessible and compelling manner;
- strong understanding of social justice issues and a thorough knowledge of the issues affecting marginalized groups, including people with intellectual disabilities;
- extraordinary attention to detail, including ability to proof-read and edit;
- demonstrated experience in planning, writing, editing, and producing e-newsletters, annual reports, marketing literature, and other print publications;
- proficiency with WordPress, social media and MailChimp;
- familiarity with Adobe Suite programs (Acrobat, Indesign, Photoshop);
- superior interpersonal skills in building relationships with colleagues, partners, agencies and stakeholders from a range of sectors and cultures;
- demonstrated strategic planning experience and success in engaging online audiences;
- project management skills: in particular the ability manage multiple complex projects in a rapidly changing environment;
- experience working with creative professionals (graphic designers, filmmakers, web developers) to produce a final product; and
- English language fluency.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The Director of Communications is a 35 hours per week position within a strong value-based organizational culture. This position requires a high level of team collaboration, yet also requires significant autonomy and flexibility.
Compensation
$45,000 – $55,000 annual salary
