Communications Specialist

3 days ago

Duncan, British Columbia, Canada Cowichan Tribes Full time
Cowichan Tribes

Job Summary:

The Communications Advisor will play a key role in creating and implementing communication strategies and plans to achieve Cowichan Tribes' communications objectives. This is a full-time permanent position that works primarily in the office, with some local travel required.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement effective communication strategies and plans that build relationships with community, enhance organizational awareness and reputation, and increase audience reach and impact.
  • Collaborate with and provide expertise to Cowichan Tribes departments and programs to navigate communications processes, create and implement communications campaigns, develop accurate content, schedule and track in the communications calendar.
  • Create marketing and promotional materials, research, draft, and edit a variety of digital/print documents, including correspondence, newsletter content, surveys, and publications, such as the annual report.
  • Curate social media/app content, schedule posts, and monitor platforms and mobile applications.
  • Provide support for the current and future versions of the Cowichan Tribes website, including content development and updates, online forms, and performance tracking.
  • Provide internal communications support, including promoting employee events and developing content for the employee newsletter.
  • Provide communications support for community engagement and self-governance initiatives.
  • Track and evaluate performance of communications and media campaigns and use data to inform future strategies and decision-making.
  • Ensure communication materials are consistent with approved brand guidelines.
  • Promote cultural protocols, teachings, and support the revitalization of the Hul'q'umi'num' language through communication initiatives and strategies.
  • Provide support for department administration, special projects, and events, and as needed, act in place of the Communications Manager.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or another relevant field.
  • Minimum three years' related work experience preferred.
  • An equivalent combination of related education (i.e. diploma), training, or other qualifications and experience will be considered.
  • Demonstrated experience implementing communications strategies and plans.
  • Experience using computer software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, desktop publishing, and marketing materials.
  • Experience using digital communications, web and mobile applications, and social media platforms and analytics for public relations purposes.
  • Satisfactory Criminal Record Check required.
  • Experience working in a First Nations community considered an asset.
  • Valid BC Driver's License and a reliable vehicle required.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Exceptional written, oral, and interpersonal communications skills.
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
  • Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite, digital marketing platforms, mobile applications, and other related software, including creating digital forms and surveys.
  • Strong knowledge of social media platforms, website content management systems (CMS) and analytics.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to develop positive working relationships with staff, community and partners.
  • Excellent research skills and strong attention to detail.
  • Strong resourcefulness and problem-solving, curiosity, keen to develop new skills and try new ways of achieving desired outcomes.
  • Basic photography, video editing, and/or graphic design skills considered an asset.
  • Ability to travel locally and attend after hours meetings/events, as required.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Cowichan culture, Hul'q'umi'num' language and traditions or a willingness to learn is an asset.

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are invited to submit a current resume, a detailed cover letter and three references. Applications must be sent to Human Resources by email before the deadline with the Reference Number in the subject line of your email.

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