Communications Jobs in Waterloo, ON

Waterfront Toronto was established by the Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario and the City of Toronto in 2001 to oversee and lead the renewal of the city’s waterfront. Our mandate is to deliver a revitalized waterfront that brings together the most innovative approaches to sustainable urban development, excellence in urban design, real estate development, and leading technology infrastructure. Working with the community, and with public and private-sector partners, Waterfront Toronto creates neighbourhoods anchored by parks and public spaces, and diverse, sustainable, mixed-use communities that offer a high quality of life for residents, employees, and visitors alike. We are transforming the waterfront for the use and enjoyment of the people of Toronto, Ontario and Canada, to foster economic growth and to redefine how the city, province and country are perceived by the world.

The Opportunity : Project Manager, Communications

Waterfront Toronto is seeking a Project Manager, Communications to coordinate, integrate and lead initiatives across the enterprise, ranging from annual reports and strategic plans to communications campaigns.The position works collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to deliver multi-channel marketing campaigns, media relations and public affairs strategies in support of ongoing delivery of vibrant cultural, recreational, civic and public spaces that respond to the needs and desires of the public. This requires a practitioner with public affairs experience in addition to traditional and digital marketing and communications savvy.

Key Responsibilities :

The Communications and Public Engagement department operates within a matrixed structure and collaborates with internal departments and external project partners to seamlessly support Waterfront Toronto’s communications needs. Within this context, this position fulfils the following responsibilities for assigned projects and initiatives :

Marketing Communications

• Develop and execute corporate-wide campaigns in collaboration with internal and external project teams.
• Develop and execute innovative communications and marketing strategies that create awareness and understanding of Waterfront Toronto’s mandate, projects, and initiatives, and reinforce the corporation’s value proposition among a number of stakeholders.
• Lead and oversee logistics related to executing communications plans.
• Plan, develop and oversee the deployment of print and digital content, ensuring information is relatable and compelling.
• Collaborate with project teams and stakeholders to capture the corporation’s strongest narratives
• Create content and manage the production of video and other multi-media content.
• Track metrics assessing effectiveness of communications campaigns and programs and make adjustments where needed.
• Develop and execute programming and animation activities in support of corporate objectives.

Stakeholder Relations

General

Skills and Qualifications :

Salary : We offer a competitive salary and benefit package.

Other Considerations :

During this time, Waterfront Toronto is operating in a hybrid work environment. Employees are currently required to work in our office three days per week and have the option to work remotely for the remainder of the week. This is subject to change by the Corporation.

Application Process :

Candidates applying through LinkedIn should apply with their resume and cover letter together in one (1) PDF document by June 6th, 2025.

Please indicate in your cover letter how you learned about the job posting and include the specific site or network.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Note on Future Opportunities :

While we review applications for this role, we encourage all qualifying candidates to apply. Your application may be considered for future similar opportunities that become available. By submitting your application to us, you agree that we may consider you for an upcoming similar opportunity and can reach out to you should the opportunity arise.

Waterfront Toronto is an equal opportunity employer, committed to representing the diversity of the city of Toronto on our team and fostering an inclusive workplace. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application, including, but not limited to, identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within the Ontario Human Rights Code. We will provide equitable treatment and accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment. If you require accommodation under the Ontario Human Rights Code or Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) at any stage of the recruitment process, please advise and we will work with you to meet your needs, up to the point of undue hardship.

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