Communications Manager

Employer

Amplify Consulting Inc.

Languages

English

Education

Bachelor's degree

Work setting

Urban area

Budgetary responsibility

0 - $100,000

Tasks

• Analyze market research data to improve business decisions or activities
• Conduct economic or commercial surveys to identify potential markets for products or services
• Develop all kinds of events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
• Develop communication strategies
• Direct the development and maintenance of an organization's Internet and intranet sites
• Direct the marketing strategies of establishments
• Direct the production of educational and publicity programs and informational materials to awaken curiosity and interest in the subject matter
• Direct the team on crucial information they should gather and research
• Evaluate an organization's Internet presence
• Evaluate communication strategies and programs
• Evaluate the marketing strategies used by establishments
• Implement communication strategies and programs
• Oversee the preparation of written material for website content
• Publicize activities, workshops, meetings and other events for fundraising or information purposes
• Review written material, such as reports, briefs, speeches, presentations and press releases
• Develop promotional materials
• Plan and control budget and expenditures
• Write and edit press releases, newsletter and communications materials
• Direct and evaluate establishments and departments that develop and implement communication strategies and information programs
• Direct and evaluate establishments and departments that maintain media relations on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizations
• Direct and evaluate establishments and departments that publicize activities and events on behalf of businesses, governments and other organizations
• Answer written and oral inquiries
• Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material
• Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions
• Conduct public opinion and attitude surveys
• Initiate and maintain contact with the media
• Prepare and/or deliver educational, publicity and information programs, materials and sessions
• Maintain and manage digital database
• Copywrite
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support
• Supervise office and volunteer staff

Supervision

1 to 2 people

Computer and technology knowledge

• MS Excel
• MS Outlook
• MS PowerPoint
• MS Word
• Database software
• Presentation software
• Project management software
• Website creation and management software
• Word processing software
• MS Windows
• Google Drive
• LinkedIn
• MailChimp
• WordPress

Area of work experience

Project coordination

Area of specialization

• Project management
• Communications
• Media relations
• Public relations
• Survey research services
• Brand management

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Fast-paced environment
• Tight deadlines
• Work under pressure
• Large caseload
• Large workload

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Dependability
• Interpersonal awareness
• Reliability
• Creativity
• Quick learner
• Accountability

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the equipment you need to work from home (like internet and a workspace)?
• Do you live near the job location?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Experience

2 years to less than 3 years

Employment terms options

Day

Workplace information

Remote

Other benefits

• Team building opportunities
• Variable or compressed work week

Support for Indigenous people

Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations

Supports for visible minorities

Applies hiring policies that discourage discrimination against members of visible minorities (for example: anonymizing the hiring process, etc.)