Communications Specialist

4 weeks ago

Canada Merritt Full time

Flood Recovery and Mitigation Communications Manager
Part-time MerrittB.C. is nestled in the stunning Nicola Valley, surrounded by a spectacular sprawling rugged landscape at the hub of the Coquihalla highway mountain pass. Merritt is asmall, caring and resilient Cityfeaturing an abundance ofoutdoor recreation and leisure amenities to keep the whole family entertained, big-city amenities and short commutes. we are committed to inclusive, collaborative, and innovative approaches to meet challenges, achieve our mission, and make a difference in the community. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to the community we serve. Reporting to the Director of Flood Recovery and Mitigation, the Communications Manager is the Flood Recovery and Mitigation department’s lead resource for public communications strategy and execution. Remote applicants/contractors within the Interior of BC will be considered. Applications from individuals or contractors willing to provide a commitment of 20 hours per week or more will be accepted. This position takes a proactive approach to support communications at all levels to increase community awareness of the past, present, and future projects surrounding flood safety and flood recovery grant funding. The successful candidate will have proven experience in formal press releases, social media updates, and graphic design tasks. The Communications Manager will thrive working in a fast-paced and flexible environment, alongside a motivated and enthusiastic team. This department is required to respond quickly to changes with the Communications and Engagement Manager being an essential contributor to the rebuild and mitigation in the City of Merritt. Responsible for creation of all external communications (posters, presentations, etc.).
Develop and implement a brand strategy to align the Flood Recovery and Mitigation Team with City Council’s vision and values.
Develop and implement a public relations and communications program that aligns with the official Flood Mitigation Plan, goals and objectives.
Develop and oversee a flood mitigation-specific website, to effectively inform the public of mitigation activities.
Prepare Council briefings and notes for various projects, approvals, and department activities.
Some general clerical duties, such as file management and minute taking.
Event coordination such as preparation and communication of agenda.
Undertake special projects as required and directed.
A degree in Communications, Marketing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience in a related field.
Previous experience in local government or non-profit organization an asset.
Mandatory proficiency in MS Office (Powerpoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint), WordPress desktop publishing and Adobe Illustrator.
Excellent writing and research skills with a communications/marketing focus.
Working knowledge of social media platforms and related technology.
Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate communications and/or engagement strategies, programs, and events.
Exceptional writing skills with and digital skill set in all relevant software such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint), WordPress, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
Communication – Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage a wide range of audiences. Effective interpersonal communication skills including listening and writing. Gathers intelligence and encourages an open exchange of information, interprets complex data and stories to present information in an appropriate manner, demonstrating good judgment.
Critical thinking – Thinks analytically and conceptually, integrates and evaluates pertinent data, identifies issues, and identifies key contributors. Flexibility/ tolerance of ambiguity – Able to manage multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced environment. Shifts gears and handles risk and uncertainty.
Managing and coordinating resources – Project Management skills to balance multiple projects and respond to opportunities with tight deadlines. Leadership – Self-motivated, self-aware with the ability to self-manage and take responsibility for their performance, personal effectiveness, work quality, timeliness and work autonomously. Engages others, contributing to healthy organization and network. Policies, processes and procedures – Manages and maintains insight and understanding of local government and the City of Merritt bylaws, policies and procedures. Guided by established practices, procedures and policies, enforces organizational policies and procedures where required.
Equipment – Competent in a Microsoft Office 360 environment (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams), social media and online broadcasting and other standard computer programs, including data analysis and reporting archiving and retrieval.
Participates in a climate of continuous improvement, seeking to enhance effectiveness, efficiency, productivity, processes and quality, production and costs that improve organizational performance.
A wage range of $45 - $60 per hour (dependent on experience and weekly time commitment).
We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and are committed to building a respectful and inclusive workplace that reflects the community we serve.

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