Human Resources Communications Manager

3 weeks ago


Hamilton, Canada McMaster University Full time

Are you interested in helping to create a Brighter World?

McMaster University fuels curiosity, inquiry, and discovery. Every day, we push the boundaries of knowledge through our world-class, interdisciplinary research and our ground-breaking approaches to teaching and learning. Our students, researchers and staff are among the best and brightest. We are seeking an equally talented Manager, Communications to support our ambitious communications goals under the portfolio of Human Resources.

The Human Resources Services team enables the delivery of comprehensive Human Resources programs and services in collaboration with leaders, HR area offices and HR practitioners across our community. As value-added service partners we cultivate human potential and champion an inclusive culture by: Enabling University strategy; Collaborating with our community; Delivering service excellence; and Empowering learning & growth. McMaster University is multi-faceted with multiple locations and constituencies. As a result, Human Resources support and services at McMaster have developed over time to meet a spectrum of stakeholder needs.

Communications Marketing and Public Affairs within University Advancement is responsible for McMaster’s communications (including, media relations, issues management, internal communications, neighbourhood relations), marketing and branding, and public affairs with all three levels of government.

The Manager will report into the Assistant Vice President, Communications Marketing and Public Affairs within University Advancement, and will work closely with the Assistant-Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO), Human Resources. The incumbent will work in collaboration with other leaders within the Human Resources portfolio. The Manager will bring a minimum of four years of progressive work experience coupled with a University degree. A McMaster degree is an asset.

**Accountabilities**
- This role provides a leadership role in the development, implementation and management of the Human Resources communications programs and initiatives and acts as a liaison and connector with other University communication staff
- Works closely with the AVP and CHRO, HR in developing strategies to enhance and support priorities under that portfolio
- Responsible for the development of a strategic communications plan for Human Resources that will include the programs to facilitate increased understanding of McMaster and the AVP and CHRO’s goals, objectives, and successes by increasing profile in key internal and external audiences
- In partnership with University Advancement and Communication and Public Affairs, this role is responsible for relationship development with the University’s key audiences and partners such as faculty, staff, students, media, alumni, supporters, government and the community
- Develops a comprehensive and strategic approach to communication, including digital communications via website development and content, social media and emerging digital opportunities
- Manages the successful development of communications strategies on a wide range of University/ Human Resources issues
- Manages and prepares a variety of internal and external communications including, generation of story ideas for internal audiences, media, marketing and other key targets
- Assists with preparing and producing special and strategic communication materials
- Provides leadership in the implementation of the University’s branding and marketing strategy within the Human Resources and works collaboratively to support HR’s marketing related objectives
- Represents the University to key internal and external audiences such as community leaders, politicians, and other partners
- Develops and manages a comprehensive and proactive communications program with an emphasis on storytelling and reputation development to support comprehensive communications programs including media
- Acts as a University spokesperson, as required
- Creates, implements and evaluates the effectiveness of all related projects
- Identifies and develops opportunities for senior officers to maximize effective communication
- Supports McMaster’s advancement priorities through an integrated communications program

**Qualifications**:
**Education**:

- University degree
- A McMaster degree is an asset

**Experience**:

- 4-5 years experience in a similar position

**How To Apply**

**Employment Equity Statement**

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitme



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