Communications Strategist, Office of The President

NAIT is all about making impacts. If you want to have an impact with your career, we want to hear from you. We are searching for a curious, creative, conscientious, charismatic creator of compelling content and cogent communications to do amazing things in the Office of the President & CEO.

This is a unique and exciting opportunity for an energetic, action oriented and self-motivated communications strategist. Working in the Office of the President is a dynamic and fast-paced environment where communications projects vary greatly in size, scope and style. Reporting to the Chief of Staff and Director of Strategy, the Office’s Communications Strategist will work closely with NAIT’s executive team and senior leaders. They will skillfully amplify NAIT’s story, both internally and externally, through a wide variety of mediums.

**Strategic Objectives and Responsibilities**:

- Lead the development of a Presidential brand to communicate both internally and externally.
- Build a strong connection to the NAIT Communications department to collaborate on institute-wide initiatives where messages could/should be amplified by Office of the President.
- Develop an action plan to support the Advanced Skills Center project, outlining how and when the Office of the President communicates internally and externally with respect to various phases of the project and to promote advocacy efforts.
- Be present for important meetings and events involving the Office of the President to capture worthy narratives for promotional and storytelling purposes.
- Lead the development of a President social media strategy and put into action.

**Tactical Objectives and Responsibilities**:

- Prepare formal correspondence with government and industry partners when appropriate.
- Prepare speaking notes and scripts for events of all forms.
- Assist with video messaging and audio recordings as necessary.
- Conduct internal and external research in preparation for drafting various tactical communication needs.

**Competencies Required for High Performance**:

- Communicates Effectively: developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Action Oriented: taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm.
- Customer Focus: building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
Demonstrates Self-Awareness: using a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses.
Collaborates: building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

**Qualifications**:

- Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications or a related field.
- A minimum of five (5) years of professional communications experience.

**Remuneration**: $2,986.38- $3,956.43 biweekly, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

**Please submit a resume and cover letter to be considered for this opportunity.**

**About NAIT**

At NAIT, people matter.

We’re proud to have been named one of Alberta’s Top Employers for 12 consecutive years. Developing an engaging, supportive and rewarding work culture is something we take seriously. We know that people are our biggest asset - they are what makes NAIT a great place to work.

**What we offer**

We’ve created a benefits package that focuses on health and wellness, professional and personal growth, recognition and work-life balance.

NAIT is a flexible workplace and depending on the nature of your role, you may request flexible work arrangements with respect to where and when you work, including being on-campus full-time, working off-site, or a combination of the two.

Employees also have access to excellent vacation time, paid time off between Christmas and New Year's, a strong recognition program, learning opportunities, 2 annual all-staff professional development days and so much more.

**Health and safety**

NAIT continues to encourage everyone coming to our campuses to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to get their booster shots as soon as they are eligible. Vaccination against COVID-19 remains the best way to prevent severe illness and death, and third doses can boost immunity to improve protection and limit spread.

**Additional requirements**

Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada who have not had them previously assessed should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services or the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)

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