Communications Strategist

NAIT is looking for a strategic, dynamic, innovative, and creative thinker with a passion for developing and implementing successful communications strategies and plans, crafting compelling content to advance NAIT business goals, objectives, and key results.

In this role you’ll also use your creative skills to develop content and make it shine for a variety of internal and external channels. The Communication Strategist is responsible for project intake from their client area(s) into the department and works with other Marketing and Communications team members to plan resources effectively for the projects they are leading and measure efforts to ensure effective and valued communications support is provided.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Provide strategic communication management to clients and gain in-depth understanding of their needs and align with NAIT priorities.
- Exceptional ability to cultivate relationships and engage as a collaborative partner with key internal stakeholders and senior leaders.
- Create and develop strategic communications plans.
- Manage projects effectively and efficiently within the Marketing and Communications team on behalf of the client which may also include participating in the execution of project activities.
- Develop content for a variety of communications channels.

**Skills & Abilities**:

- Knowledge of communications theory, practices, and techniques.
- Strong, versatile writing and editing skills.
- Ability to analyze relevant data and analytics to inform insights and make sense of a high quantity of complex information.
- Ability to build effective working relationships with clients and colleagues.
- Manages communication strategy timelines and budgets.
- Measures and reports on their work to demonstrate effectiveness, and instill a culture of collaboration, feedback, and continuous improvement.
- Knowledge of digital marketing and social media best practices
- Superior organization, project management and client management skills.
- Ability to engage in continuous learning.

**Qualifications**:

- Degree or Diploma in Public Relations or Communications
- Minimum 3 years of related experience.
- Equivalent combinations of related education and experience may be considered.

**Remuneration**: $79,795.82 - $105,715.48 annual, 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**

You can find the latest information on NAIT’s response to COVID-19 at nait.ca/covid19.

**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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