Senior Media Relations Director at FCM
2 weeks ago
Ottawa, ON, Canada
LE001 Federation of Canadian Municipalities
Full-time
$127,000 - $145,000 Contract
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FCM seeks a Senior Media Relations Director to spearhead its national communications strategy. Enhance FCM's narrative and strengthen media collaborations across Canada.
In this pivotal role, you'll define and execute a holistic media relations approach that aligns with FCM’s strategic goals and advocacy priorities. You will cultivate relationships with journalists, manage media strategies for launches, and offer strategic guidance in high-stakes situations. Your leadership is crucial in advancing municipal representation and reinforcing FCM’s credibility as an authoritative voice on public affairs.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead FCM’s comprehensive media relations strategy
• Foster relationships with national and regional media
• Implement and evaluate strategic communication initiatives
• Guide senior officials through media preparedness
• Analyze media performance and emerging issues
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; advanced education preferred
• Over 10 years of experience in senior media roles
• Proven ability in political communication and advocacy
• Experience with crisis communications management
• Bilingual skills in English and French are advantageous Play an essential role in shaping national conversations while leading FCM’s proactive media relations initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead FCM’s comprehensive media relations strategy
• Foster relationships with national and regional media
• Implement and evaluate strategic communication initiatives
• Guide senior officials through media preparedness
• Analyze media performance and emerging issues
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; advanced education preferred
• Over 10 years of experience in senior media roles
• Proven ability in political communication and advocacy
• Experience with crisis communications management
• Bilingual skills in English and French are advantageous Play an essential role in shaping national conversations while leading FCM’s proactive media relations initiatives.