Media Relations Consultant
2 weeks ago
**Media Relations Consultant**
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The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment.
Building on the principles that have always guided us - excellence, integrity and respect - we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.
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**Did you know?**
The Communications Department provides sound communications analysis, advice and planning services in support of the Bank’s policy objectives. A substantial part of the department’s work is focused on supporting the monetary policy function of the Bank and the related public activities of the Bank’s Governing Council. The Media Relations team is responsible for providing integrated services of planning, advice, content development, and implementation and evaluation of media and public relations activities.
**What you will do**
Under the supervision of the Director, Media Relations, you will work within the media relations team, helping to liaise with the media, plan activities, and provide strategic communications advice and services to strengthen relations with the media, as well and inform and engage the broader Canadian public regarding all the Bank’s functions. You will work in close co-operation with senior Bank officials, colleagues in other departments and other sections of the Communications Department, including those responsible for stakeholder relations and speechwriting.
Specifically, you will:
- provide communications advice and prepare briefing materials for senior management on sensitive, high-profile media relations issues
- respond to media questions and organize interview requests, press conferences and other media activities
- develop and maintain constructive ongoing relations with the media
- help increase the department’s understanding of potential developments and risks related to high-profile media issues
- collaborate with Bank specialists to develop communications strategies and products
- develop and draft relatable and engaging content for publication on social media and the website.
- take part in media monitoring and analysis
- potentially act as press secretary for Governing Council members, which may involve travel
- work closely with the Policy Communications and Stakeholder Relations, Museum, Digital Strategy and Services and other teams to ensure an integrated approach to the Bank’s external communications.
**What you need to succeed**
- media relations experience, including dealing with journalists on sensitive files and issues
- knowledge of the public environment, including the media and the political system, and how they function
- digital communications skills, including preparing text and visual content for web and social media platforms, with ability to summarize key narratives in accessible language
- ability to plan and manage activities in an environment requiring co-operation, coordination, and flexibility to meet objectives
- ability to proactively manage risk issues and produce results under pressure quickly and reliably
**Nice-to-have, knowledge of**:
- the Bank’s functions, policies and communications objectives
- the payments industry
- economics, and monetary policy
**Your education and experience**
This position requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in communications, economics, journalism or related field, and five years of relevant experience in communications, media relations or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
**What you need to know**
- Language requirement: English and French essential (bilingual) with a minimum starting level of functional (level 4) in second official language. Training may be provided to help reach the required level of fully functional (level 5) in second official language.
- Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
- Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Secret
- There will be no relocation assistance provided
- Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.
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