Program Manager, Strategic Relations and Communications Outreach, Yorknet

Status - Regular Full-Time - Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months - Type of Position - a Replacement - Start Date - Immediate - Salary - Annually - Salary Grade - $110,068.00 - $125,003.00 - Department - York Region -> Corporate Services -> York Telecom Network Inc - Location York Telecom Network - 17250 Yonge Street - Newmarket, ON L3Y 6Z1 CA (Primary) - Job Description (E) **ABOUT US** Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada - and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources. **WHAT WE OFFER** Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace - aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls. - **Defined Benefit Pension Program** - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions. - **Employer of Choice** - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations. - **Benefits and Wellness** - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. - **Inclusive and Diverse Workforce** - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership. **ABOUT THE ROLE** This position is responsible for managing components related to the implementation of large-scale complex projects supporting the YorkNet initiatives within the Region; overseeing, developing and implementing the delivery of YorkNet’s communications strategies, engagement plans, and related activities including event planning, social media, and issues management, in partnership and consultation with other departments as appropriate, to improve awareness of YorkNet services. This position develops and delivers a strategic communications plan that supports the achievement of YorkNet’s objectives in partnership with departmental management and leadership teams and promotes awareness of YorkNet programs and services to the organization, external partners, residents and businesses. **WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING** - Collaborates with high-profile community stakeholders and external partners and follows the corporate strategic leadership, planning and direction related to this function. - Oversees the development and delivery of engagement plans and communication strategies for YorkNet; provides direction to others in dissemination of communication materials. - Provides communications and engagement-related support and advice to the General Manager, Vice President and leadership team. - Partners with YorkNet management, community stakeholders and external partners to develop and deliver campaigns, projects and products that improve awareness and engagement. - Collaborates with other Branches and Departments to educate on YorkNet initiatives, opportunities, and advantages. - Conducts industry related research to effectively promote the work of YorkNet and its successes. - Analyzes and interprets data and information to determine gaps and identify course of action and future needs to support program and initiatives. - Establishes goals and key performance indicators for projects and programs across multiple partnerships, both internally and externally. - Assists management with strategic and long-term planning activities based on research and analysis of Branch and department and corporate initiatives, Provincial initiatives and legislative requirements specifically focused on broadband/internet initiatives and opportunities to leverage connectivity. - Develops policies and procedures for program area and makes recommendations for implementation. - Leads the development and implementation