Communications Manager

Employer

Living Lakes Canada

Languages

English

Education

• Bachelor's degree
• Environmental studies
• Environmental science
• Communication, general
• Communication and media studies, other

Work setting

• Remote location
• Environmental and conservation society
• Associations and non profit organizations

Tasks

• Develop communication strategies
• Direct the marketing strategies of establishments
• Evaluate an organization's Internet presence
• Evaluate communication strategies and programs
• 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
• Supervise staff
• Develop promotional materials
• Write and edit press releases, newsletter and communications materials
• Answer written and oral inquiries
• Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material
• Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions
• Initiate and maintain contact with the media
• Prepare and/or deliver educational, publicity and information programs, materials and sessions
• Maintain and manage digital database
• Participate in fundraising activities

Supervision

1 to 2 people

Target audience

General public

Computer and technology knowledge

• InDesign
• Presentation software
• Website creation and management software
• Word processing software
• Adobe Suite
• Google Drive
• Lightspeed
• WordPress
• Google Docs

Area of specialization

• Interactive/new media
• Project management
• Communications
• Media relations
• Public relations
• Brand management
• Digital media
• Strategy
• Water management

Security and safety

Basic security clearance

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Own tools/equipment

• Cellular phone
• Computer
• Internet access

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Team player
• Dependability
• Interpersonal awareness
• Reliability
• Creativity
• Quick learner
• Accountability

Screening questions

• Are you authorized to work in Canada?
• 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?

Employment terms options

Flexible hours

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Green job

Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes

Workplace information

Remote

Health benefits

Health care plan

Financial benefits

Mileage paid

Other benefits

• Learning/training paid by employer
• Other benefits
• Team building opportunities
• Variable or compressed work week
• Wellness program

Support for youths

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth

Support for Indigenous people

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports Indigenous people
• Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations
• Provides cultural competency training and/or awareness training to all employees to create a welcoming work environment for Indigenous workers

Supports for visible minorities

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