Director of Strategic Communications

Job SummaryEnviroCentre is an Ottawa-based environmental not-for-profit that supports local residents, businesses and communities across Eastern Ontario to find practical ways to reduce their environmental impact.

Our four key impact areas are Green Homes, Green Business, Green Transportation and Green Future. We have been working for twenty-five years to promote practical climate action and awareness in our local communities, and we are one of the leading local agencies in environmental action.

The Strategic Communications Director will lead EnviroCentre’s outward-facing communications, ensuring that all content and publications shared on EnviroCentre channels and through EnviroCentre programs is current, informed, compliant, professionally presented, and aligned with EnviroCentre’s strategic objectives.

The director will ensure that all strategic communications goals are met, and that the communications team provides top-quality support to the full EnviroCentre team in the areas of design, writing, marketing, media relations and advocacy.

Supported by department policy experts, the Director will ensure that EnviroCentre contributes meaningfully and effectively to the climate conversation in key focus areas.

The successful candidate will have in-depth knowledge of both the communications field and the climate movement, and will have the professional experience required to vet content, engage stakeholders effectively, and navigate the complex social, ethical and political world of climate communications.

To deliver these tasks, the Director will manage a team of three internal staff (supported by three policy leads), and external subcontractors.

The Director is responsible for developing and managing a team that has the skills and capacity to manage the full scope of EnviroCentre communications requirements.

Job DutiesTeam & Project ManagementOversees recruitment and management of the communications team.Directs the development of work plans, production deadlines and content creation to meet program targets and deadlines.

Conducts performance reviews and evaluations.Mentors and supports junior staff.Ensures targets and professional standards are met by all team members.

Targets and ReportingResponsible for achievement of strategic communication and advocacy targets, established in annual business plans and strategic plan.

Manages Communications budget.Designs and ensures timely reporting of key communications analytics.Content ManagementMonitors all EnviroCentre content for quality, tone, approach and strategic impact.

Provides strategic direction and review to all communication and advocacy content.Oversees the development of content for all EnviroCentre’s channels including social media, websites, newsletters, and community outreach.

Provides creative and editorial input into all communications team products.Oversees the development of visual assets including digital graphics, outreach materials, social media content, branded materials and more.

Ensures that content is made available in both official languages and compliant with AODA requirements and other professional standards.

Oversees procurement and delivery of marketing campaigns.Recruits and manages external agencies and contractors (designers, developers, web masters, videographers, etc.

Oversees EnviroCentre’s websites and ensures content and platforms are up to date.Strategic Initiatives and PRDevelops and executes strategic comms initiatives to promote climate awareness and EnviroCentre’s mission and strategic plan.

Ensures effective media engagement and public relations in line with our strategic objectives. Develops and executes media and public relations strategies.

Ensures steady growth in EnviroCentre’s reach and communications impact, in key areas.Represents EnviroCentre, as required, as a strong voice for climate actionContributes to EnviroCentre’s long-term strategic planning.

Skills and ExperiencePost-secondary education in a related field (or equivalent professional experience).A minimum of ten (10) years professional experience, including both project and personnel management.

In-depth knowledge of the climate sector, the current cultural moment, and the local community, including a demonstrated personal / professionalcommitment to climate action and knowledge of local, regional and national actors.

In-depth knowledge of and experience the communications field, including team recruitment and management.Demonstrated ability to create and convene creation of top-quality communications work product.

Exceptional written and verbal communications in English is essential.Working knowledge in French is a strong asset (but not a requirement).

Advanced proficiency with MS Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, and Power Point).Demonstrated knowledge of common communication platforms like WordPress, Mailchimp, Canva, Google Analytics, Hootsuite etc.

Working ConditionsEnviroCentre is a virtual workplace and will provide all necessary technology and IT support to ensure employees have the tools they require to effectively work from home.

Part of a passionate team of environmental leaders who lead by example and are proud to be contributing to Ottawa’s Climate Targets.

Frequent computer use.Occasional evening or weekend work.EnviroCentre is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, provincial, or municipal laws.

EnviroCentre is committed to a workplace where everyone can participate safely, freely and confidently. We encourage applications from individuals who identify as BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, Peoples of Colour) and / or members of equity-seeking groups.

EnviroCentre recognizes a diversity of backgrounds and experience. If you do not have the formal experience described but can meet the requirements of the role and are willing to learn, we encourage you to apply and make your case in your cover letter.

We are interested in a diverse team, and we are willing to train the right person.EnviroCentre is committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments.

If contacted in relation to a job opportunity, please advise us in a timely fashion of any accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner.

Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.How to ApplyInterested candidates are invited to submit their resume, a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, and three samples demonstrating their communications work, with at least one demonstrating their own writing.

Application Deadline : June 23, 2024Anticipated start date : As soon as possibleImportant : Please send your resume, cover letter, and work samples to info@envirocentre.

ca.Please ensure your resume file (PDF) includes your first and last name and the reference number (Reference# EC202419)Example : Firstname Lastname EC202419.

Please also put the Reference# EC202419 in the subject line of your email.We thank all applicants for their interest, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.