BAND 4 OIC - Director, Writing & Content Strategy

Posting Title

BAND 4 OIC - Director, Writing & Content Strategy

Position Classification

Band 4 OIC

Union

N / A

Work Options

Hybrid

Location

Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)

Salary Range

105,900.12 - $140,800.04 annually

Close Date

12 / 18 / 2024

Job Type

Regular Full Time

Temporary End Date

Ministry / Organization

BC Public Service ->

Government Communication and Public Engagement

Ministry Branch / Division

Corporate Priorities, Writing & Content Strategy

Job Summary

The Team

Writing and Content Strategy is a dedicated team of communications specialists who provide high quality writing services and strategic advice to the Premier's Office and the GCPE Executive on corporate priorities. We are a small and supportive team that works to tight deadlines, with a focus on speechwriting support for Premier's Communications. We work closely with Ministry communications shops, other teams at GCPE HQ, and Ministers' Offices to ensure we are delivering products that are accurate, on message, and on time.

The Role

The Director of Writing and Content Strategy plays a key leadership role in crafting impactful communications that reflect the government's values and priorities. This position oversees a talented team, fostering an inclusive and equitable environment where diverse perspectives drive innovative messaging. By skillfully managing resources and navigating sensitive contexts, the Director of Writing and Content Strategy ensures communications resonate with varied audiences while advancing core objectives, maintaining professionalism, and upholding the highest standards of accuracy.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience Requirements

• Post-secondary education in communications and public relations, or professional designation (APR, CMP).
• Seven (7) years' experience in progressively more responsible communications roles.
• Three (3) years' experience in communications strategy planning, development, and implementation.
• Three (3) years' experience in professional writing / communications product development, (e.g. : engagement and communication plans, new releases, backgrounders; publications content; speech writing; notes and strategies for legislative introductions; web content etc.).
• Three (3) years' experience working in a variety of communications shops.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preference statement

Provisos / Willingness statements

Candidates must be willing and able to :

For questions regarding this position, please contact [email protected] .

About this Position :

This position will be based at GCPE headquarters in Victoria.

Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work from home a few days a week subject to an approved telework agreement.

An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

This position is excluded from union membership.

Working for the BC Public Service :

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply :

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.

Cover Letter : NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume : YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire : YES - You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.

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Job Category

Leadership and Management

Additional Information