Manager, Strategic Communications

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Senate of Canada Full time

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTORATE

DIRECTION DES RESSOURCES HUMAINES

**Manager, Strategic Communications**

**Directorate**: Communications, Broadcasting and Publications

**Classification**: MMG 2: $120,516 - $141,168 (eligible for bonus / éligible pour une prime)

**Job Type**: Indeterminate Appointment

**Location**: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

**Closing Date**: Sunday, March 17, 2024

**About the Senate**

The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.

As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.

**How will you contribute?**

The Manager, Strategic Communications is responsible for developing and directing the implementation of comprehensive outreach and client/stakeholder engagement plans for the Senate of Canada and its committees. With an understanding of Senate activities, the incumbent will be responsible for managing writing services for various teams of the directorate, as well as for overseeing activities that promote senators work to different audiences and on various platforms.

The incumbent is also responsible for overseeing research and recommending outreach and communications activities that best raise the visibility of the Senate with the Canadian public, as well as with the media. The incumbent has responsibility for ensuring products and messaging are tailored to targeted audience and meet clients’ needs while using diverse formats and platforms.

The Manager, Strategic Communications is one of five (5) positions reporting to the Director General, Communications, Broadcasting and Publications. This position will have 14 direct reports, including writers, editors, communications advisors and officers, a Senate accessibility officer, and the Senate Event Coordinators.

**Open to**

The general public to staff one (1) indeterminate full-time position in the Communications, Broadcasting and Publications directorate.

In addition to their resume, applicants are required to send a cover letter (maximum one page) highlighting why they wish to join the Senate Communications team to promote the work of Senators and the Senate.

This selection process may be used to staff determinate or indeterminate positions at the same level with similar requirements.

We encourage individuals from underrepresented and minority groups to apply.

**Prerequisites**
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field of study;
- Extensive experience in the communications field, working in a high-paced environment, including writing briefing notes and presenting to senior executives;
- Experience in overseeing teams delivering content, products, services and advisory support to senior level clients;
- Experience in client relationship management and media relations;
- Experience with developing client outreach and stakeholder engagement strategies targeted at various internal and external audiences;
- Knowledge of theories and principles related to writing, editing, publishing and branded content in both traditional and digital formats;
- Knowledge of the legislative requirements of the _Accessible Canada Act_ and of management obligations in eliminating key barriers to accessibility;
- Knowledge of methods, tools and practices in promoting and planning events to raise the visibility of various programs and activities;
- Extensive knowledge of the theories, principles, methods and industry best practices associated with promotion, outreach and client/stakeholder engagement;
- Excellent interpersonal skills complemented by ability to communicate technical matters in both official languages;
- Knowledge of Parliament and the Canadian political landscape, the work of the Senate and its committees and the LTVP program and its key components will be considered an asset.

**Linguistic Requirements**
- English Reading Comprehension**:C**:

- English Written Expression**:C**:

- English Oral Interaction**:C**
- French Reading Comprehension**:C**:

- French Written Expression**:C**:

- French Oral Interaction**:C**

**Competencies**
- Integrity
- Respect
- Service
- Effective communicator
- Strategic thinker
- Sound decision maker
- Ethical leader
- People management

**Organizational Needs**

The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development and advancement opportunities.

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