Corporate Affairs Manager

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Apart from providing a performance measure, the data collected by the cookie is otherwise meaningless.Corporate Affairs Manager page is loaded## Corporate Affairs Managerlocations: City Halltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 3 Days Agotime left to apply: End Date: November 22, 2025 (11 days left to apply)job requisition idThe City of Port Colborne, located on the south coast of the scenic Niagara region, Niagara’s Port of Call has found the perfect balance – successful industrial and commercial sectors, comfortable and scenic residential areas, white sand beaches, unique culinary choices, the world class Sugarloaf Marina, fishing, golfing, trails, shopping districts along the historic Welland Canal – truly a community that adds to the overall Niagara Experience.Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Corporate Affairs Manager supports the CAO by coordinating and advancing corporate initiatives, facilitating internal and external communications, and ensuring alignment between departments, Council, and senior leadership. This role acts as a central point of contact for high-level municipal affairs, helping to streamline workflows, manage strategic priorities, and ensure timely follow-up on corporate and Council matters. Working closely with the CAO, senior management, and key stakeholders, the Corporate Affairs Manager plays a vital role in promoting transparency, operational efficiency, and strong intergovernmental and community relationships.**Key Responsibilities:**Strategic & Corporate Support* Coordinate the implementation and monitoring of corporate initiatives and strategic priorities under the direction of the CAO.* Prepare briefing notes, reports, presentations, speeches and any required internal and external communications to support the CAO.* Prepare, review, proofread and edit reports and presentations to Council.* Conduct research and provide analysis on policy, governance, and emerging issues affecting the municipality.* Function as the principal gatekeeper and strategic steward of time, meticulously managing a complex and continuously evolving schedule while orchestrating critical, high-level meetings.* Exercise strategic foresight in time management, safeguarding the CAO’s attention with the utmost diligence, proactively anticipating forthcoming demands, and ensuring daily operations are executed with the precision.Interdepartmental Coordination* Facilitate communication and collaboration between departments on corporate initiatives and strategic projects.* Monitor project timelines and assist in tracking deliverables and outcomes.* Support issue resolution and help escalate matters for CAO involvement.* Be the partner of departments in aligning strategy, tactics and resources.Corporate Communications & Stakeholder Engagement* Draft and coordinate internal communications from the CAO’s office, including memos, updates, and announcements.* Assist with stakeholder engagement efforts and intergovernmental relations.* Support public relations or media coordination related to corporate initiatives in collaboration with the communications department.* Be a leader in developing and telling our story, including overseeing development and production of reporting as required.Administrative & Executive Support* Organize meetings, prepare agendas, take minutes, and track follow-ups.* Support the coordination and leadership of the corporate leadership team, including planning meetings, retreats, team development initiatives and organizing meals and refreshments as needed,* Lead or support special projects, committees and working groups.* Be the glue in developing and monitoring the strategic plan.Governance and Policy:* Monitor and advise on governance best practices, corporate policy, and procedural matters.* Ensure adherence to municipal policies, legislation, and corporate accountability standards.* Support the CAO in managing confidential matters, risk mitigation, and sensitive political issues.* Assist in the planning and execution of public consultations, community engagement initiatives and special events.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in public administration, communications, business or related field from a recognized post secondary institute.* Possess excellent communications skills and sound judgement to provide strategic and tactical advice to support senior decision makers.* Five (5) years experience in a similar role, including experience in government (municipal, provincial or federal).* Equivalent combination of management, approved education, and experience may be considered.* Strong ability to edit and create concise, professional reports, graphics, briefings, announcements, etc.* Advanced skills in Microsoft Office software, Canva, Adobe Creative Suite.* Knowledge of municipal government structures, procedures, protocols.* Experience in handling highly sensitive material and information in a confidential and professional manner.* Proven ability to work independently with strong organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize workloads, multi-task, and work on concurrent assignments with strict deadlines.* Demonstrated political acuity and sound judgment to provide strategic and tactical advice and support to senior decision makers.* Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with the public and other co-workers and staff.* A team-oriented spirit with demonstrated initiative, change management skills, and a strong attention to detail.* Ability to occasionally to travel from City buildings to other locations in the Niagara Region.* Ability to work some overtime when required for meetings, special projects or events.This is a full-time, non-unionized position working 35 hours a week and comes with a salary range of $111,374.02 - $130,291.85 (2026 rates) and a competitive Benefits package and Omers Pension Plan.Please apply with your cover letter and resume by 11:59pm on November 21, 2025.*Current employees - please apply using the Jobs Hub application in Workday.*We thank all those who apply but advise that only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. The City of Port Colborne is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodations are available for all parts of the recruitment process. If contacted for an interview, please advise the Human Resources staff of any measures you feel you need to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001 (S.O. 2001, c.25) and will be used to select a candidate.
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