VP Communications & Government Relations

Our Story & Purpose:

WereVancity a member-owned credit union built on the principles of inclusion and social 1946 our relentless commitment to these values has helped us challenge the status quo and break down bold commitments to become net-zero by 2040 across all mortgages and loans andwereactively pursuing strategies in Indigenous banking and financial resilience for our members.

As the largest private sector Living Wage Employer in Canadawereproud to be consistently recognized as one of the countrys Top Employers. Ifyoureready to join our team of 2300 diverse individuals access competitiverewardsand benefits and be part of a greater movement - apply today!â

Your Role in Supporting Our Members:

AsaVice President Communications and Government Relations you will lead and integrateVancitysinternal and external communications and government relations strategies to protect and enhance our reputation strengthen stakeholder relationships and position Vancity as a trusted thought leader aligned with our values and strategic priorities. This is a senior executive role suited to a strategic values-driven leader with deepexpertisein enterprise communications media relations public affairs and government relations who can provide trusted counsel to the CEO Board andExecutiveLeadership.

This is aFull-time Permanentrole based at ourVancity head officeand will report directly to theChiefMember ExperienceOfficer. This role is primarily on-site with some flexibility. While limited hybrid flexibility may be available you will be expected to be on-site regularly and present for key meetings events and business needs.

How Youll Make an Impact:

• Leading the development and execution of integrated internal and external communications strategies aligned to enterprise priorities
• Providing strategic communications counsel to the CEO Board andExecutiveLeadership on reputational risk emerging issues and executive profiling
• Overseeing enterprise media relations acting as a senior spokesperson and guiding crisis and issues management
• Building and stewardingVancitysgovernment relations and public policy agenda across federal provincial and municipal levels
• Engaging Ministers political staff senior public servants regulators and sector partners to advance advocacy priorities
• Integrating public policy intelligence and environmental scanning into enterprise strategy toidentifyrisks and opportunities
• Managing escalated member concerns in partnership with internal and external oversight bodies
• Building mentoring and leading a high-performing and diverse communications team
• Overseeing measurement and reporting todemonstratecommunications and government relations impact beyond activity tracking
  

WhatYoullBring to the Team:

• A bachelors degree in communications public relations political science journalism public policy or a related field; a masters degree is an asset
• A minimum of 1215 years of progressive senior leadership experience in enterprise communications public affairs and/or government relations
• Significant experienceadvisingCEOs Boards andExecutiveLeadership teams on reputation risk and complex issues
• Demonstratedexpertisein media relations crisis communications and executive-level stakeholder engagement
• Proven experience leading government relations advocacy and public policy initiatives in complex regulated environments
• Strong people leadership experience including building and leading high-performing diverse teams
• Exceptional strategic thinking judgment and influence skills aligned with cooperative values
  

Extra Skills That Set You Apart:

• Experience within financial services cooperatives or highly regulated sectors
• Existing relationships with federal provincial or municipal government stakeholders
• Experience integrating communications marketing and brand strategies at an enterprise level
  

YoullThrive Here If You Are:

• Strategic Able to connect communications and public policy to long-term enterprise strategy and impact.
• Credible Trusted advisor to senior leaders governments and external stakeholders.
• Calm under pressure Confident leading through crisis ambiguity and high-profile issues.
• Values-driven Deeply aligned with cooperative principles and community impact.
• People-focused Committed to building inclusive high-performing teams.
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We value lived experience so if you are interested in this role we encourage you to apply even if you feel your skillsdontperfectly align with those listed.ââ

WhatYoullEarn:

This role offers a salary range ofâ$204000to $264000per annum. The base pay offered may vary depending on factors such as relevant qualifications skillspreviousexperience and internal equity. As part of our total rewards package employees may also be eligible for our annual incentive program subject to program eligibility requirements.

WhyYoullLove Working Here:

A career at Vancity is more than just ajobyourejoining a tradition of change-makers who are creating lasting change for our communities. Beyond base pay we offer a comprehensive total rewards package to ensure our employees are empowered to thrive:

• Living Wage Employer:Werethe largest private-sector Living Wage Employer in Canada and consistently ranked among Canadas Top Employers.
• Customizable Benefits: Permanent employees receive flexible benefit packages that can be tailored annually to meet evolving needs.
• Generous Vacation: New employees start with 3-4 weeks of vacation per year withadditionaldays earnedover time.
• Extra Stat Holidays: In addition to BCs 11 statutory holidays we offer 2 extra days plus care days for personal or family illness.
• Immediate Health Coverage: Health and dental benefits begin on your hire date with three levels of coverage to choose from.
• Defined Benefit Pension: Our retirement plan provides a guaranteed income for life recognizing that retirement looks different for everyone.

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Vancity Talent Programs:

Vancity supports an inclusive hiring process for candidates who self-identify as Indigenous Black or Trans. With special permission from the BC Human Rights Commissioner this initiative provides access to career development opportunities prioritized job screening and feedback. Any information you choose to share will be stored securely and used only for recruitment and career development connected to this initiative in line with the BC Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA). For details please see our dedicated Talent Programs job posting.

At Vancitywerecommitted to creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace to help our people and communities thrive and prosper. Diversity in our workforce is integral so that we can trulyrepresent understand and respond to our community needs anddeliver onour memberexperience.

We are also committed to an inclusive barrier-freeand accessible recruitment experience for all candidates. If yourequireany accommodations or support at any stage of the recruitment process (including the application stage) we encourage you to let us know by contacting our Talent Acquisition team at to work with you to ensure your needs are met promptly and effectively. All requests will be handled with the utmost respect and confidentiality so you canparticipatefully in the process.

Required Experience:

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Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Yearly Salary Salary: 204000 - 264000