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Posting Title- COMM O 21R - Stakeholder Relations Coordinator- Position Classification- Communications Officer R21- Union- GEU- Work Options- Remote- Location- Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA
- Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
- Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
- Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
- Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
- Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
- Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
- Multiple Locations, BC CA
- Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
- Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
- Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
- Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
- Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
- Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)
- Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA- Salary Range- $67,728.87 - $77,012.22 annually- Close Date- 7/7/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Post-Sec Ed & Future Skills- Ministry Branch / Division- Labour Market Development Programs/Labour Market Development- Job SummaryThe Ministry of Post Secondary Education and Future Skills (PSFS) provides leadership and direction for post-secondary education and skills training systems in British Columbia as well as labour market information and programs.

The Labour Market Development Division strives to enable all British Columbians to reach their full potential by advancing innovative workforce policies, programs, and labour market information, including providing skills training opportunities across the province.

The Program Communications and Stakeholder Engagement unit, within the Skills Training and Supports team is responsible for branch communications, including grant program promotion, engagement planning, developing executive communications materials, maintaining program webpages and responding to a variety of information requests.

The Stakeholder Relations Coordinator is responsible for streamlining communication and maintaining collaborative relations and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the effective delivery of programs and services to clients. The position plays a crucial role in communicating program goals, objectives, policy, procedures, and results to internal and external stakeholders, and responding to stakeholder queries.

**Job Requirements**:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations, English or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum of two (2) years recent (within the last five years) experience in communications, public relations, journalism or media relations in a large organization, including:

- Drafting and editing executive communication materials (e.g. speaking notes, briefing notes, presentations).
- Managing and responding to written inquiries or complaints or concerns from stakeholders.
- Communicating with senior executives, public and a wide cross section of stakeholders.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

- Experience writing and editing website content.
- Experience using Drupal CMS or similar platform for website content and design updates.
- Experience using Canva, Adobe Photoshop or similar graphic design tools.
- Experience with communications and public engagement policies and procedures.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience managing and responding to inquiries, complaints, and/or concerns from stakeholders within a federal, provincial, or municipal government role.

**About this Position**:
There are two (2) permanent positions available.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

**Working for the BC Public Service**:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

With over 200 different occupations available in 280 communities across the province, we offer exciting opportunities for your career. Come be a part of the BC Public Service, a Top 100 Employer that embraces diversity, health and career growth. For more information, please see What We Offer.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: NO - **Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**Questionnaire: YES - **You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.
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