Communications Manager

Livres Canada Books is currently seeking a full-time Communications Manager .

Founded in 1972, Livres Canada Books is a not-for-profit organization based in Ottawa. Its mandate is to support Canadian-owned and controlled book publishers’ export sales activities to help publishers improve their overall export results.

As the only national industry association for English and French-language book publishers, Livres Canada Books connects all publishers across Canada, providing services in both official languages.

Reporting to the Deputy Executive Director (DED), the Communications Manager (CM) is responsible for initiating, executing, and supporting Livres Canada Books’ publishing and research activities, and coordinating market intelligence and professional development activities (through its publications and website).

The Communications Manager oversees the quality control of all the organization’s mass communications (e.g., directories, guidelines, registration invitations, website, etc.) and visual identity.

Key Responsibilities :

• Coordinate research reports on digital publishing.
• Coordinate the production of market guides.
• Write, edit, and publish social media posts, articles, reports, advertising and blogs.
• Develop and execute an overall website strategy to effectively market the books published by Canadian publishers and the programs and activities of Livres Canada Books.
• Develop the implementation of technological improvements to the website.
• Develop and implement marketing and production plans for the Livres Canada Books’ website and publications.
• Coordinate, produce and distribute the Livres Canada Books’ newsletter, including maintaining and updating contact lists in cooperation with the Administrative Assistant.
• Coordinate, produce, and distribute invitations and other marketing materials for international events and programs.
• Prepare preliminary budgets for digital publishing development, production and implementation.
• Coordinate the production of all advertising and promotional materials for the organization’s publications and presence at international book fairs and other industry events, including but not limited to invitations, social media posts, fair directories and sell sheets.
• Supervise the production and the distribution of publications world-wide such as Rights Canada, Canadian Studies Collection, fair directories, and the development of contacts for support and distribution.
• Develop and supervise an annual report on Livres Canada Books’ activities and programs.
• Supervise a part-time Communications Assistant (CA) by establishing clear processes for the distribution of tasks;
• Receive and respond to general inquiries from the industry and the general public.

Qualifications, Knowledge, and Competency Requirements :

• Post-secondary education (graduate level preferred).
• Three to five years of experience in communications and marketing, preferably in a publishing or publishing adjacent environment.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, as well as demonstrable knowledge of design, production, and project management in a publishing or publishing adjacent environment.
• Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and proven ability to maneuver in a fast-changing environment.
• Proven abilities in change management with excellent problem-solving and prioritizing skills.
• Capable of working well independently towards shared goals.
• Values collaboration, teamwork, and shared problem-solving and successes.
• Ability to continuously monitor quality standards and to review and refine workflow processes.
• Ability to develop and maintain positive and effective internal and external working relationships.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to motivate staff and encourage collaboration.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Pro, social media and content management software, and social media and website analytics.
• Proficiency with budget planning and tracking project expenses.
• Proven Experience managing book publishing metadata.
• Fluently bilingual in French and English (oral and written).

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000

Livres Canada Books offers a competitive salary, vacation and benefits package and an office in the heart of downtown Ottawa.

• Enjoy working with and supporting publishers from across Canada and liaising with international publishers, experts, and associations.
• Applicants interested in hybrid or remote positions will also be considered.

Applicants are asked to forward their resume and cover letter by Friday, July 12, 2024 to :

All enquiries and applications will be treated respectfully and in total confidence. Livres Canada Books supports equal opportunities for all.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.