Brand and Communications Coordinator

1 month ago

Ottawa, Canada Canadian Partnership for Women and Children Full time

Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) is an international development organization and registered charity. AKFC partners with communities, businesses, and governments to find innovative, lasting solutions to promote inclusive development. Working in Africa and Asia, the Foundation invests in local institutions and systems that anchor progress over the long term. In Canada, AKFC mobilizes funding and expertise, and promotes awareness of global issues. AKFC is an agency of the Aga Khan Development Network, one of the world’s most comprehensive development organizations. Since 1980, AKFC has helped millions unlock their own potential to build a better life.

Position Summary

As part of an ambitious suite of activities to engage Canadians in international development, mobilize existing supporters, and reach new audiences, AKFC deploys a robust communications and outreach strategy in Canada. The Communications Manager plays a central role in the design and execution of the portfolio of initiatives within this strategy – from social media campaigns to traveling exhibitions to learning events – with a special focus on ensuring communications are high-quality, accurate, compelling, and on brand. Working closely with colleagues within the Public Engagement and Resource Mobilization department, as well as staff and volunteers across the organization globally, this role advances AKFC’s public engagement activities, brand identity, relationships with media and other key interlocutors, and the quality and effectiveness of the organization’s internal and external communications. The position reports to the Deputy Director, Public Engagement and Resource Mobilization, and supervises the Communications and Content Officer. The role is based in Ottawa and some in-office work is required, determined in consultation with supervisors and AKFC’s flexible work policy. Support is provided for relocation to Ottawa if necessary. The anticipated salary range is between $78,000 and $83,000, alongside a competitive benefits package.

Strategic communications
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of communications and branding strategies to advance AKFC’s engagement and mobilization of audiences in Canada, including the integrated deployment of content across digital and in-person channels.
  • Support the effective use of editorial tools, including overseeing the editorial calendar and contributing to AKFC’s editorial policies and guidelines.
  • Anchor internal communications to ensure staff and volunteers are informed about AKFC’s activities in Canada, and encourage them to participate and amplify within their networks.
  • Support the target-setting, tracking, and analysis of organizational communications, and adjust approaches based on data and learning
  • Develop and repurpose content in a range of formats, for both digital and in-person distribution, such as articles, videos, exhibitions, and hybrid events.
  • Review content developed by colleagues, external communications professionals, and volunteers, to ensure it is high-quality and in line with AKFC’s editorial guidelines. Provide specific and actionable feedback, and coach colleagues on compelling storytelling, crisp copywriting, and effective visual communication.
  • Recruit and manage external communications professionals when required for content development, e.g. photographers, filmmakers, or graphic designers.
Organizational profile
  • Contribute to the advancement of AKFC’s profile in Canada, including measures to advance our brand integrity and targeted engagement with the media and charitable sector stakeholders.
  • Oversee media strategy, manage media inquiries and monitoring, flag emerging issues with implications for AKFC or the AKDN, and make recommendations to senior management on appropriate responses.
Other duties
  • Supervise the Communications and Content Officer, with responsibility for leveraging their capacities to contribute to the organization’s objectives, while promoting their professional growth, learning, and well-being.
  • Contribute to project and grant management, including workplanning, budgeting, and reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications & Experience
  • A post-secondary degree in journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field and at least five years of relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Experience in the charitable or global development sectors considered an asset.
  • Demonstrated audience-driven approach to communications strategy. Experience engaging youth and/or educator audiences in Canada considered an asset.
  • Experience using human-centric stories as a foundation for compelling content, including upholding ethical principles related to storytelling on complex subject matter.
  • Track record of delivering clear, constructive, and actionable feedback to colleagues. Experience leading a team or managing others considered an asset.
  • Experience in media relations or journalism, brand and reputation management, and/or developing content for live events (in-person or hybrid) considered assets.
Skills & Attributes
  • Excellent copyediting and proofreading skills, with high standards for the accuracy and quality of communications and marketing materials.
  • Exceptional verbal and written communications skills in English. French language skills considered a significant asset. Other language skills relevant to our countries of work are also of interest.
  • Organizational skills, including the ability to manage simultaneous projects effectively and nimbly.
  • A flair for visual communication. Graphic design, photography, and/or video production skills considered assets.
  • A drive to learn, problem-solve, and troubleshoot both independently and collaboratively.
  • Demonstrated capacity to respect and safeguard vulnerable populations.
  • Knowledge of inclusive, gender-sensitive, and anti-racist communications approaches.
  • Availability for occasional evening and weekend work during busy periods or events.
  • Ability to travel internationally

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and up to three relevant work samples in any medium (such as a marketing email, article, video, newsletter, social media content, report, etc.), specifying the applicant’s role in producing the work sample.

Applications should be submitted via email to akfc.hr@akdn.org indicating “Communications Manager” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis. Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview and asked to complete a written assignment.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Brand Ambassador at Senators Games

    2 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Maverick Communications Inc. Full time

    **Job Title**: Lead Generation Brand Ambassador **Location**: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada _(Travel Required) _ **Position Type**: Part Time/Casual **Company**: Maverick XM As a Lead Generation Brand Ambassador, you play a crucial role in directly engaging with the public at events, initiating conversations around key messaging and making lasting connections...

  • External Communications Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Giant Tiger Full time

    Compensation Grade: **Job Description**: Giant Tiger is hiring a External Communications Coordinator! This role will be responsible to execute external communications programs to increase brand awareness of Giant Tiger's corporate purpose and direction, and product offerings. This role is a hybrid work model with the need to come onsite to the Ottawa Home...

  • Private Brand Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Giant Tiger Full time

    Niveau de rémunération: Niveau 3 Description du poste: Recognized as an Employer of Choice in the National Capital Region, Giant Tiger’s Home Office provides a dynamic work environment with many opportunities for a fulfilling career. We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 60...

  • External Communications Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Giant Tiger Full time

    Niveau de rémunération: Description du poste: Giant Tiger is hiring a External Communications Coordinator! This role will be responsible to execute external communications programs to increase brand awareness of Giant Tiger's corporate purpose and direction, and product offerings. This role is a hybrid work model with the need to come onsite to the Ottawa...

  • Communications Coordinator

    3 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada NACCA Full time

    Vision The National Aboriginal Capital Corporations Association ("NACCA") is dedicated to stimulating economic growth for all Indigenous people in Canada, driven by a network of over 50 Indigenous Financial Institutions (IFIs). Our mission is to ignite economic progress for all Indigenous communities by empowering entrepreneurs and advancing prosperity. We...

  • Cybersecurity Communications Coordinator

    3 weeks ago

    Ottawa, Ontario, Canada DNSnetworks Full time

    DNSnetworks fosters a collaborative environment where strategic communications and IT managed security services intersect.About the CompanyWe are an IT Managed Security Service Provider based in Ottawa, Montreal, and Toronto. Our expertise spans Cloud Computing, Datacenter Colocation, Cloud Backups Disaster Recovery, Cloud PBX, VoIP, SBCs, Application Mobile...

  • Brand Ambassador

    6 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada XMC Sponsorship and Experiential Marketing Full time

    Hello Brand Ambassadors of Ottawa! We are thrilled to announce XMC is looking for energetic and outgoing Brand Ambassadors join our team and participate in some fun activations! The main objective of a Brand Ambassador is to actively engage consumers to communicate key messaging and create brand awareness through various activations. Brand Ambassadors will...

  • Brand Ambassador

    6 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada XMC Sponsorship and Experiential Marketing Full time

    Hello Montreal! Our programs are heating up and XMC is looking for energetic and outgoing Brand Ambassadors and Team Leaders to join our team! We are looking for enthusiastic, responsible Brand Ambassadors to join our team and participate in these fun activations. The main objective of a Brand Ambassador is to actively engage consumers to communicate key...

  • Communications Coordinator

    7 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Polytechnics Canada Full time

    **Polytechnics Canada** At Polytechnics Canada, we are proud promotors of the polytechnic education model. We are the voice of 13 leading research-intensive, publicly supported polytechnics, colleges and institutes of technology. On their behalf, we advocate for federal action related to innovation and skills. We identify government challenges and...

  • Director, Brand and Community

    1 month ago

    Ottawa, Canada University of Ottawa Full time

    p>Duration in Months (for fixed-term jobs): p>Job Family: Communications and Advisory Services Faculty/Service - Department: Office of Communications and Public Affairs Campus: Main Campus Applications must be received BEFORE: November 25, 2024 The director, strategic communications works closely with the chief communications and public affairs officer...

  • Communications Coordinator

    7 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada National Judicial Institute Full time

    The National Judicial Institute (NJI) is an independent, bilingual, not‐for‐profit organization, based in Ottawa and Montreal, with a mandate to coordinate and deliver educational programming to members of the judiciary across Canada. Since its inception in 1988, the NJI has continued to develop and deliver stimulating programs and a variety of digital...

  • Manager, Creative and Brand

    2 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada University of Ottawa Full time

    **Job Type**: Employee **Duration in Months** **(for fixed-term jobs): N/A **Job Family**: Communications and Advisory Services **# of Open Positions**: 1 **Faculty/Service - Department**: Off. of VP Ext. Rel. - Marketing & Brand Strategy **Campus**: Main Campus **Union Affiliation**: N/A **Date Posted**: octobre 31, 2024 **Applications must be...

  • Communications Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Parents' Lifelines of Eastern Ontario Full time

    **Position**: This Part-time Communications Coordinator to join our team for 12 hours/week. This is a remote position, with a flexible schedule. This position will report to the Executive Director. Primary responsibilities include implementing a communications plan to reach more families sooner, with Pleo’s valuable information and support, and to...

  • Brand Ambassador

    7 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Karma Casting Inc. Full time

    **Job Summary** We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Brand Ambassador to represent our company and promote our products. As a Brand Ambassador, you will be responsible for engaging with customers, conducting product demonstrations, and creating a positive brand image. If you have excellent communication skills, a passion for sales, and enjoy...

  • Junior Brand Marketing Specialist

    7 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Advanced Business Interiors Full time

    Reporting to the Manager of Workplace Planning and Design, the role of Junior Brand Marketing Specialist is responsible for developing design deliverables that creatively elevate and differentiate ABI’s brand but also align with the company’s overall marketing strategy. This position is directly responsible for impacting ABI’s image, expanding our...

  • Activation Specialist

    6 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Rogers Communications Full time

    Come play a key role in building the future of Sports & Media! Everyone wants to be part of a transformational team - and that’s exactly what we’re building at Rogers Sports & Media. A team that innovates and a team that wins. At Rogers Sports & Media we are committed to creating and growing teams that are digital-first, fast-moving and bold-thinking...

  • Communications Coordinator

    7 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada CCTS-CPRST Full time

    _Le français suit _ **Communications Coordinator** **Job Type**: Permanent, full-time, with benefits **Salary**: Starting at $55,000- $65,000 (depending on experience and qualifications), excellent benefits provided. Company At the CCTS, our mandate is to review and resolve telecommunications and television complaints after interaction between the...

  • Sales Representative

    1 month ago

    Ottawa, Canada Brand Momentum Full time

    Job Summary: We are currently seeking a Sales Representative to join our team and drive the growth of our clients' products within the Gas and Convenience sector. In this role, you will play a vital part in enhancing product visibility, managing distribution, executing merchandising strategies, and supporting key sales initiatives. Working closely...

  • Communications Coordinator

    6 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada @Hive Full time

    **Communications Coordinator (Volunteer Opportunity)** We are a start-up company seeking a Communications Coordinator on a volunteer basis for approximately 10 to 15 hours per week to assist us with developing and implementing external communication initiatives as they relate to opening and operating our business. This role would be ideal for anyone seeking...

  • Brand Representative

    7 months ago

    Ottawa, Canada Summit Marketing Solutions Full time

    Welcome to _Summit_, where quality, growth, and marketing excellence define who we are. We pride ourselves on delivering top-tier services that go beyond expectations. Our unwavering commitment to quality fuels our relentless pursuit of innovation and growth, keeping us at the forefront of the industry. It’s this steadfast dedication to excellence that...