Flood Recovery and Mitigation Communications Manager - Merritt, Canada - City of Merritt

City of Merritt

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Merritt, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Merritt B.C.

is nestled in the stunning Nicola Valley, surrounded by a spectacular sprawling rugged landscape at the hub of the Coquihalla highway mountain pass.

Merritt is a small, caring and resilient City featuring an abundance of outdoor recreation and leisure amenities to keep the whole family entertained, big-city amenities and short commutes.

The City of Merritt seeks to grow as a progressive, attractive, economically viable, socially responsible and environmentally sustainable city.

Our Team is diverse and forward-thinking; we are committed to inclusive, collaborative, and innovative approaches to meet challenges, achieve our mission, and make a difference in the community.

Our strength comes from our skilled and dedicated employees and commitment to our values. Together, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our employees. It fuels our innovation and connects us closer to the community we serve.

Job Description Hours of Work**:
Minimum of 20 hours per week

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Flood Recovery and Mitigation, the Communications Manager is the Flood Recovery and Mitigation department's lead resource for public communications strategy and execution.

This position is a two-year term, hybrid role, with weekly in-person expectations. Remote applicants/contractors within the Interior of BC will be considered.

Applications from individuals or contractors willing to provide a commitment of 20 hours per week or more will be accepted.

The Communications Manager will thrive working in a fast-paced and flexible environment, alongside a motivated and enthusiastic team.

This department is required to respond quickly to changes with the Communications and Engagement Manager being an essential contributor to the rebuild and mitigation in the City of Merritt.

Primary Responsibilities:

Responsible for creation of all external communications (posters, presentations, etc.).
Develop and implement a brand strategy to align the Flood Recovery and Mitigation Team with City Council's vision and values.
Develop and implement a public relations and communications program that aligns with the official Flood Mitigation Plan, goals and objectives.
Develop and oversee a flood mitigationspecific website, to effectively inform the public of mitigation activities.
Collaborate with the Indigenous Engagement Manager to assist with execution of the Indigenous Engagement Plan, and related materials.
Prepare Council briefings and notes for various projects, approvals, and department activities.
Some general clerical duties, such as file management and minute taking.
Event coordination such as preparation and communication of agenda.
Undertake special projects as required and directed.

Qualifications Competencies Required**:

A degree in Communications, Marketing, or an equivalent combination of training and experience in a related field.
Previous experience in local government or nonprofit organization an asset.
Mandatory proficiency in MS Office (Powerpoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint), WordPress desktop publishing and Adobe Illustrator.
Excellent writing and research skills with a communications/marketing focus.
Working knowledge of social media platforms and related technology.
Ability to plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate communications and/or engagement strategies, programs, and events.
For new hires and those working in designated positions of trust, including those working directly with vulnerable persons, employment is conditional on a satisfactory police information check.

Competencies Preferred:

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Technological Knowledge

Skilled in graphic design and layouts. Exceptional writing skills with and digital skill set in all relevant software such as MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint), WordPress desktop publishing and Adobe Illustrator. Excellent digital skill set including MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint), WordPress desktop publishing and Adobe Illustrator.

Knowledge Integration - Integrates knowledge and scans the environment for ideas, best practices, and emerging trends. Integrates organizational information with other evidence to make decisions, support actions and shape improvements.

Communication - Excellent written and verbal communication skills to engage a wide range of audiences. Effective interpersonal communication skills including listening and writing. collaboration and cooperation and communicate effectively when working with diverse individuals and groups and perspectives to achieve results. Gathers intelligence and encourages an open exchange of information, interprets complex data and stories to present information in an appropriate manner, demonstrating good judgment.

Flexibility/ tolerance of ambiguity - Able to manage multiple projects at a time in a fast-paced environment