Communications and Advocacy Manager
7 months ago
Are you ready to lead the charge in amplifying the voice of Ontario's Registered Veterinary Technicians? The Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians (OAVT) is seeking a motivated **Communications and Advocacy Manager** to join our team for a one-year maternity leave contract.
**Who We Are**
The OAVT is Ontario's regulatory body and member association for Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs), with over 4,500 RVT members. The OAVT staff and Board of Directors are dedicated professionals committed to supporting our members while maintaining and promoting the high standards that RVTs bring to veterinary medicine. In our office in Guelph, Ontario, you'll find a small staff team where creativity and collaboration thrive. Every voice is heard, ideas are exchanged freely, and well-behaved furry friends are welcomed with open arms.
**Job Overview**
As our Communications and Advocacy Manager, you'll be the driving force behind our marketing, communications, and advocacy initiatives. From crafting compelling narratives to spearheading lobbying efforts, you'll have the opportunity to unleash your creativity and storytelling prowess to make a real impact.
Think you're up for the challenge? We're looking for someone with exceptional communication skills, a knack for strategic thinking, and a passion for collaboration.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Create, implement and analyze the effectiveness of yearly marketing and communications strategies
- Staff lead for all advocacy and government lobbying efforts (in concert with an external firm)
- Editor-in-Chief of RVT Journal, a quarterly magazine publication
- Support the creation and implementation of programs for various events alongside the Events Specialist and Member Services & Communications Coordinator
- Help facilitate the Annual General Meeting and OAVT Board of Directors Election
- Manage the OAVT's social media platforms and website
- Other event and communications tasks as assigned by the Executive Director & Registrar
**Qualifications**
- Great Communicator: You have excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience in professional writing and editing.
- Adaptable: Time management? No problem You can handle competing priorities while delivering top-notch work.
- Organized: From project start to finish, you know how to keep things organized.
- Tech-Savvy: You're not afraid of tech - in fact, you embrace it.
- Detail-oriented: You see details others miss while still being able to see the big picture
- Team Player: You thrive in a creative group, bouncing ideas off each other.
- Self-starter: While you work well brainstorming in a team, you're also motivated and can get the job done on your own.
- Audience Savvy: You can tweak your message for different crowds.
- Media experience and bilingualism (French/English) are a plus.
- Education and experience in marketing, public relations, journalism, communications, or a related field is required.
**Job Details**
This hybrid position offers the best of both worlds: in-office work days in Guelph plus the flexibility of remote work. Regular work hours are Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends as required.
And the perks? We've got you covered with vacation entitlement and prorated medical time, an extended holiday period in December and we’re dog friendly. Plus, a competitive salary range of $50,000 - $60,000.
Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $50,000.00-$60,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Casual dress
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- On-site parking
- Work from home
Flexible Language Requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Guelph, ON N1G 5L3
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