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Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist

EquestVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Full-time +1
The best prescription I've ever given is a wish.Jeremy Friedman, Associate Paediatrician-in-Chief, SickKids Hospital & Medical Advisor for Make-A-Wish® Canada. Is it to be part of an organizatio...Show moreLast updated: 9 days ago
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Senior Manager, Communications

Senior Manager, Communications

Swim RecruitingVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
CA$115,000.00–CA$145,000.00 yearly
Full-time
Fantastic senior management opportunity with a very well-known and loved Vancouver brand.Mix of external comms, internal comms, media relations, public relations, Government relations, and spokespe...Show moreLast updated: 6 days ago
Marketing / Communications Manager

Marketing / Communications Manager

destinationone ConsultingCoquitlam South, BC, ca
Full-time
Quick Apply
CleanTech, Education and EdTech, Government (Municipal, State / Provincial, and Federal), Health and MedTech, Healthcare and Wellness, Legal, Not-For-Profit, and Public Accounting.We are committed to...Show moreLast updated: 6 days ago
Communications Manager

Communications Manager

BC Centre for Excellence in HIV / AIDSVancouver, British Columbia, CA
CA$120,000.00 yearly
BC Centre for Excellence in HIV / AIDS.Only Canadian Citizens, legal residents or residents with a legal work permit will be considered. This is a regular full-time position.Commensurate with qualific...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Manager, Communications

Manager, Communications

Surrey School District 36Surrey, Canada
CA$101,086.00–CA$126,357.00 yearly
The Surrey School District respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional, unceded, and shared territories of Coast Salish peoples : The q íc y - Katzie, the qwa : nn - Kwantlen ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Communications Manager

Communications Manager

BlueShore Financial Credit UnionNorth Vancouver, BC
CA$94,000.00–CA$110,000.00 yearly
Full-time
The Communications Manager is responsible for developing and executing external and internal communications strategies that enhance brand visibility and foster a strong corporate culture.This posit...Show moreLast updated: 26 days ago
Communications Advisor

Communications Advisor

Cuso InternationalVancouver, British Columbia, CA
Full-time
This Volunteer Placement is Located in : .Saint George's, Saint George, Grenada.Eligibility : Open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents of Canada, and residents of the Caribbean region.The overal...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
Communications Officer

Communications Officer

York Region District School BoardBritish Columbia, Canada
CA$75,000.00–CA$90,000.00 yearly
Pacific Academy is seeking a team member to lead the development and implementation of Communications and Alumni Engagement. The ideal candidate will possess a strong commitment to Christian values,...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Communications Coordinator

Communications Coordinator

FortisBCSurrey, BC, CA
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Employment Status : Full-Time Regular.Posting End Date : Open until filled.As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Senior Communications Officer

Senior Communications Officer

First Nations Health AuthorityWest Vancouver, BC, CA
CA$113,985.00 yearly
The First Nations Health Authority is a diverse and transformational health organization of professional, innovative, and dedicated team members and leaders. The first of its kind in Canada, FNHA wo...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
chief diversity officer - financial, communications and other business services

chief diversity officer - financial, communications and other business services

Digitech PrintingVancouver, BC, CA
CA$52.00–CA$75.00 hourly
Permanent
Heures de travail : 32 to 40 hours per week.Allocate material, human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs. Authorize and organize the establishment of major depar...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Student Assistant, Communications

Student Assistant, Communications

Douglas CollegeNew Westminster, British Columbia, Canada
CA$18.42 hourly
Full-time
Location New Westminster / Coquitlam Campus Salary Range $18.The Opportunity WHO WE ARE WHAT WE OFFER.That's how Douglas College defines a great career. It's a philosophy that resonates through our cl...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
chief operating officer - financial, communications and other business services

chief operating officer - financial, communications and other business services

Jas Chandi CPA IncSurrey, BC, CA
Permanent
Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years.Allocate material, human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs. Authorize and organize the establishment of major departm...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Communications Officer

Communications Officer

StafflinkVancouver, BC
CA$73,093.00 yearly
Our Public Sector client in Downtown Vancouver, BC is seeking a Communications Officer to join their growing team for an exciting 6-month contract opportunity! This is a hybrid role requiring 2-3x / ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Communications Assistant

Communications Assistant

District of West VancouverWest Vancouver, BC
If you have any questions please contact us at.Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Communications Intern

Communications Intern

Refrigerative Supply LimitedBurnaby, BC
CA$90.00–CA$105.00 hourly
Assist in building out the front-end company platform on Teams and SharePoint in collaboration with IT.This person will conduct a needs analysis with each department and location then build out the...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Communications Manager

Communications Manager

G&F Financial GroupBC null, CA
CA$114,444.00–CA$156,892.00 yearly
Full-time
Beem Credit Union, founded by Gulf & Fraser and Interior Savings, is the second largest provincially regulated credit union in BC with approximately $ billion in total assets under administration.B...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Communications Specialist

Communications Specialist

EquestVancouver, British Columbia, Canada
9 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

The best prescription I've ever given is a wish."

  • Dr. Jeremy Friedman, Associate Paediatrician-in-Chief, SickKids Hospital & Medical Advisor for Make-A-Wish® Canada

WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST WISH?

Is it to be part of an organization that is child-focused, values employee experience and is an inspiring workplace? If so, Make-A-Wish is for you!

Make-A-Wish ® Canada creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are on a quest to bring every eligible child's wish to life because a wish is an integral part of a child's treatment journey. Research shows children who have wishes granted can build the physical and emotional strength they need to fight a critical illness.

It's been wonderful to have this wish to look forward to... It's wonderful to see (Rowan) with something that brings him pure joy after all he's been through and missed out on!"

  • Melissa, mom to wish kid Rowan (age 5, leukemia), who wished for an indoor jungle gym.

    • MISSION, VISION AND VALUES

    Our mission is, together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illness. Supported by our vision to grant the wish of every eligible child.

    Our values are Child-Focused, Integrity, Impact, Innovation, and Community.

    WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Meaningful opportunities to make an impact and change the lives of children with critical illnesses within your community and across Canada
  • A collaborative team environment where you feel valued and inspired
  • An attractive compensation package that includes group health and dental premiums which are fully covered by the Foundation, RRSP, & Wish paid hours
  • Annual vacation starting at three weeks & additional paid leaves
  • Work / life balance and flexibility
  • Hybrid working environment
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Corporate discounts
  • Continuous learning, development and internal training opportunities
  • Fun employee activities, contests, and more!

    • Make-A-Wish ® Canada is committed to fostering a culture that aims to change lives while offering a rewarding employment experience where your contributions make a true difference every day!

    WHERE YOU COME IN

    We are looking for a Communications Specialist to join our team at Make-A-Wish Canada. Reporting to the Sr Manager of Influence & Engagement, in this role you will play a vital role in enhancing the organization's visibility and engagement through strategic communication initiatives and media relations, with a focus on growing brand awareness in the British Columbia & Yukon and Saskatchewan chapters.

    This position is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive communication plans, as well as managing media relations and content development strategies for various fundraising events and initiatives, ensuring consistency of message and brand and directly contributing to raising funds.

    This role is based out of Vancouver and is a full-time, permanent, hybrid position.

    WHAT YOU WILL DO

    EVENT COMMUNICATIONS SUPPORT :

  • Develop and execute strategic communication plans, including key messaging, media outreach materials and social media calendars / metrics for national signature events and regional events, with support to select third-party fundraising initiatives.
  • Review fundraising event materials for brand compliance.
  • Prepare regional crisis communications and issues management plans where relevant and co-lead reactive media statements.
  • Act as a media liaison at events and spokesperson where appropriate.
  • Support event content creation and / or source, coordinate, and handle photographer and videographer vendors for regional events / wishes where appropriate.
  • Liaise with and prepare wish families for event participation as required.

    • MEDIA RELATIONS :

  • Develop and manage relationships with media outlets, identify local editorial media opportunities, solicit paid, discounted or gratis awareness and fundraising advertising from media partners in the community, in conjunction with, and support of national media relations activities.
  • Use Meltwater to create media lists, disseminate media releases, monitor and evaluate coverage, and prepare reports for internal distribution.
  • Coordinate and prepare stakeholders for media interviews, prepare a briefing document with key messages.

    • CONTENT DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT :

  • Create and manage content for regional initiatives for all local channels.
  • Participate in social media editorial meetings, providing social media metrics.
  • Create engaging wish stories and oversee volunteer and freelance writers.
  • Partner with select influencers and content creators to support local / regional initiatives in compliance with the national influencer strategy.
  • Manage, organize, and maintain video, story and photo archive and other communications materials for internal and external use.

    • GENERAL :

  • Develop new avenues for awareness initiatives within the region(s).
  • Oversee the training and management of seasonal interns.
  • Collaborate with development and mission staff, volunteers, and committees.
  • Other duties as assigned.

    • WHAT YOU BRING

  • Degree or diploma in communications, marketing, public relations, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • 3-5 years of work experience in communications or related roles.
  • Proven ability to generate media coverage, and the ability to be persistent in approaching and communicating with the media and the public.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build solid relationships with journalists, internal stakeholders, external stakeholders, wish families, and more.
  • Experience writing communications plans, strategies and tactics.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy, including strong proofreading skills.
  • Strategic thinker with strong organizational and project management skills, capable of working independently to deadlines.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, social media content creation and community management, Canva, Meltwater, Salesforce, and Dropbox is an asset.
  • Bilingual in French and English is an asset.
  • Experience in supporting fundraising professionals, and experience in issues management in relation to public relations and brand image, an asset.
  • A commitment to and passion for children's health and charitable work. Understanding the nonprofit landscape is an asset.
  • A clear Criminal Background Check will be required.

    • YOUR WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • Hybrid work environment (2 days in-office, 3 days remote per week) with occasional requirements to work outside of regular office hours.

    • Physical / Mental Effort

  • Works under pressure with multiple tight deadlines, demands, high volume workload, and dynamic / overlapping priorities.
  • May be subjective to sensitive situations regarding wish children and families.

    • How to apply

    If everything you've read so far sounds like you, we encourage you to apply now! The deadline to apply is January 17 th , 2025, at 11 : 59pm ET.

    To apply, please navigate to : https : / / jobs.dayforcehcm.com / en-CA / makeawishca / CANDIDATEPORTAL / jobs / 806

    Make-A-Wish Canada provides equal opportunity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Reasonable accommodations due to disability are available on request at any stage of the hiring process.

    Our Commitment to IDEA

    Make-A-Wish Canada (MAWC) is committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). We believe that it is essential to our mission that we build a diverse, balanced, and vibrant workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and seek to serve. Research has shown that candidates from underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. Therefore, we ask that even if you do not see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on this posting, to still apply.

    Recruitment process

    Our recruitment process is swift in pace. Once applications are reviewed, we will contact our shortlisted candidates. Our typical process includes a phone screen, one or two interviews, and reference checking, followed by an offer and a criminal background check for the successful candidate.

    We would like to thank all applicants for their interest in working with us!

    ABOUT MAKE-A-WISH® CANADA

    Since 1983, Make-A-Wish Canada has granted over 39,000 wishes across the country, over 1,000 last year alone. As an independently operating affiliate of Make-A-Wish International, Make-A-Wish Canada is part of the network of the world's leading children's wish-granting organization. We serve children in every community in Canada, and in more than 50 countries worldwide.

    JOIN OUR ONLINE COMMUNITY

    For more information on how you can support Make-A-Wish ® Canada or get involved please visit our website at makeawish.ca .