Manager, Communications (16-month Contract)

We'reinspired by the vision of a world free of multiple sclerosis (MS).MS is a neurological disease of the central nervous system (brain, spinal cord) and Canada has one of the highest rates of MS in the world.People affected by MS are at the heart of our work andour missionisto connect and empower the MS community to createpositive change.We connect the MS community to programs, information, research and to each other while they are on their MS journey.We collaborate with researchers, donors, partners, volunteers, people living with MS, caregivers, and health professionals to drive progress forwardand make meaningful impact.Whether improving the lives of Canadians today or supporting groundbreaking research to end MS tomorrow, we work together as a community—and you can be a part of that.

Our team islookingto fill a current vacant positionofManager, Communications. This isa16-month contractpositionworking 35 hours per weekanywhere in Canada.

Discover. Innovate. Act We are guided on the journey to end MS through discoveries, innovation,and collective action. This strategy connects the MS community through our common goal of a world free of MS. Together, we work to advance treatment and care, enhance well-being, understand,and halt disease progression andultimately preventMS.

To learn moreabout MSCanada, the impactwe make, and what makesthisa great placeto work, we encourage you to visitwww.mscanada.ca.

The impactyou will have: The Manager, Communications plays an advisory role in the development and implementation of best practices incorporate communications, with direct accountability for enhancing the organization’s reputation and proactively managing initiatives and projects thatimpactpublicperceptionof MS Canada.Youwill play a key role in informing constituents through compelling externalcommunications andwill manage the media relations activities for the organization.You will be an active collaboratorwith members of the organization to shape and delivermessagingto helpteams meet their communication and public relations goals, contributing to their objectives.

Our ideal candidate: Brings proven experienceinmanagingcommunications, public relations,and/or media relationsplans that support brand identity and image.

Brings proven experience in managing media relations, including facilitating inquiries, outreach,andlogisticsplanning.

Demonstrates strong writing, editing and project management skills,withtheability to manage competing priorities.

Demonstratesstrong problem solving and critical thinking skills, navigating challenges with tact and diplomacy.

Is highly collaborative and able to build trusting professional relationships with colleagues, external partners, and community members.

Demonstrates experience leading a team by providing direction, coaching, and feedback through direct people management and/or project leadership.

Availability to work the occasional weekend and evenings; potential for occasional travel across Canada.

What we offer At MS Canada, we provide impactful and rewarding career opportunities.We have a comprehensivetotal rewardspackage that includes:

Starting salary within the range of$75,000 – $80,000

Competitivehealthand dentalbenefits package,spending accounts,and gender affirmation coverage

Investment in your professional growth and development

Generous paid time offincluding an extendedoffice closure at the end of the yearand half day Fridays before long weekends

Supportwork life balance through flexible schedulesandhybrid work arrangements

Don'tmeet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some candidates are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification.We’recommitted to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace—so ifyou’reexcited about this role but your experiencedoesn’talign perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We are committed to accommodating applicants’ needs throughout the recruitment process. Pleaseindicateaccommodations asrequired.

We would like to acknowledge that the land on which we work and operates across the traditional territories of many First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. We recognize and honor the enduring presence, contributions, and resilience of Indigenous communities throughout Canada's history. We acknowledge our responsibility to understand, respect, and support the diverse indigenous nations and their ongoing relationships with the land.

As part of our recruitment process, we use AI-enabled tools to assist with summarizing applicant information and anonymizing applications.This helps reduce potential bias and ensures a fair and consistent experience for all candidates.At no stage does AIdeterminerecruitment outcomes. Final hiring decisions are always made by our hiring teams.

All positions at MS Canada will require a background check in compliance with our Screening Measures Policy.

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