Consultant, Communications Strategy

Consultant, Communications Strategy (Senior) The Communications Strategy Consultant is responsible for the development, maintenance and execution of SaskPower communications strategies and tactics. The successful candidate will be a skilled strategic communicator and writer with strong organizational skills. Working closely with SaskPower’s Corporate Relations and Communications team, they will help business areas across the company advance key initiatives and projects, while telling SaskPower’s story across multiple channels. The consultant will also regularly prepare and update corporate messaging and speaking notes for senior officials, including the President and CEO, on a range of complex topics for internal and external audiences. They will coordinate development of multimedia assets and campaigns and facilitate the approval of materials across the company to meet deadline requirements. JOB SUMMARY The Communications Strategy Consultant is responsible for the development, maintenance and execution of SaskPower communications strategies and tactics. The successful candidate will be a skilled strategic communicator and writer with strong organizational skills. Working closely with SaskPower’s Corporate Relations and Communications team, they will help business areas across the company advance key initiatives and projects, while telling SaskPower’s story across multiple channels. The consultant will also regularly prepare and update corporate messaging and speaking notes for senior officials, including the President and CEO, on a range of complex topics for internal and external audiences. They will coordinate development of multimedia assets and campaigns and facilitate the approval of materials across the company to meet deadline requirements. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES As a part of SaskPower’s management team, Consultants are accountable to provide leadership and strategic consultation and support to a broad range of multiple functional areas. Developing and maintaining communications strategies and tactics Coordinating production of multimedia assets, sometimes working with an agency of record, to support communications and engagement Providing strategic and confidential consultation and advice on a broad range of multiple functions, while offering creative solutions to the organization related to the management and day-to-day operations Keeping abreast of the latest trends in communications to identify opportunities for continuous improvement of current channels and platforms Develop and maintain strategic networks and business relationships both internal and external to SaskPower in order to foster a positive and productive work environment Lead and participate in projects identifying current and future business needs, industry best practices, opportunities and challenges of the organization or department(s); providing recommendations and executing operational improvements to methods, systems and procedures that impact SaskPower’s operations and people Lead and participate in cross-functional work teams, strategic planning initiatives, workshops and meetings in order to develop innovative and practical business solutions Develop, organize and deliver presentations, reports and briefings for internal and external audiences Drive and facilitate change, including making change happen throughout the organization through the implementation of strategic projects or initiatives Provide leadership and direction to project teams, corporate programs and/or assigned staff as required Other related duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Degree in Journalism, Public Relations, Communications or other related equivalent AND/OR; Related professional designation(s) and/or certification(s) AND/OR; Five (5) years of related experience in communications and a demonstrated ability to provide strategic communication planning and advice in support of business initiatives Excellent oral and written communication and storytelling skills Experience using content management systems would be an asset Team leader and member with the ability to build and maintain strategic relationships both internal and external to SaskPower Results-oriented thinker with the ability to manage and provide advice regarding complex and confidential issues with sensitivity and professionalism Ability to impact and influence others while holding people accountable Ability to work and manage in a changing environment Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, project management and decision-making skills Ability to foster a culture focused on safety, innovation and teamwork Demonstrated skill in SaskPower’s competencies Must have a continuing record of professional development A suitable combination of relevant education and experience may also be considered. Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Public Relations Industries Utilities #J-18808-Ljbffr