Communications Manager/ Chef Des Communications - Toronto, Canada - College Of Early Childhood Educators

College Of Early Childhood Educators

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Toronto, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Communications Manager

Full-Time Permanent Position_

The College of Early Childhood Educators (the College) supports high-quality early learning and care by regulating more than 58,000 members of the profession in the public interest, pursuant to the _Early Childhood Educators Act, 2007._ We are one of the largest self-regulatory bodies in Ontario and the diversity of our members as well as our employees reflects the diversity of the children and families to whom they provide care.

Our Commitment to Anti-Racism informs how we work and is embedded in the culture of the College, where we continue to create and strengthen a workplace of inclusion and belonging.

We are seeking a progressive and collaborative Communications Manager reporting to the Director, Communications and Stakeholder Relations. You are accountable for the oversight of the College's integrated communications plan, communications platforms and branded content.

During your career, you have demonstrated an ability to coach and manage a team.

As a member of the Senior Management Team you contribute to the strategic direction and ongoing operational improvements of the College.

Develop, implement, and manage an internal and external integrated communications strategy that engages all relevant stakeholders.
Provide strategic counsel to departments on communications and public relations; develop messaging for staff who communicate externally on behalf of the College.
Coach, manage and mentor direct reports, including recruitment and selection, training, evaluation and performance management
Delegate and manage the workflow of the Communications Coordinators, providing guidance and directing activities to ensure deliverables meet required timelines
Collaborate with the Manager, Stakeholder Relations to manage workflow on shared projects
Support the Director in reviewing the College brand and branded materials, and support art direction for the development of new collateral and / or new project materials
Manage and deliver on the development of all written material including newsletter articles, annual reports, practice guidelines and notes, departmental reports, briefs and presentations.
Oversee and manage social media strategy, supporting content development, deployment, and analytics together with Communications Coordinators
Maintain content, as well as technical function, of the organization's website.
Provide guidance and support to the Senior Translator and Graphic Designer, ensuring that all communications schedules incorporate their timelines and requirements
Provide regular reports and updates to the Director of Communications and Stakeholder Relations, CEO and Registrar, other Executive Leadership Team members, as required.
Act as the organization's first point of contact for all media relations, manage the development of media releases and coordination of media requests, where needed
Track engagement across platforms through monthly, quarterly and yearly internal metrics
Addresses emerging issues in a timely and thoughtful fashion, in consultation with the Director
Other duties as required by the College leadership.

Education, Experience and Skills:

Fouryear college or university program or equivalent experience
Communications and / or public relations diploma, certificate or relevant designation
Minimum 5 to 7 years' experience including experience in management in a regulatory, notforprofit or public sector setting
Bilingualism is preferred
Proactive able to identify new opportunities and priorities, recommend new platforms or communications channels
Strong writing and oral communication skills
Keen eye for detail and ability to edit written copy and spot errors
Analytical, critical thinking and problemsolving skills to identify issues, mitigate against associated risk and lead to the resolution of complex issues
Strategic thinking, planning, vision and leadership skills to work collaboratively at senior level to contribute to the development of strategic direction and lead implementation
Ability to juggle and prioritize the project management of multiple projects at once and complete by stated deadlines.
Coaching and management skills to motivate and develop employees and team members
Experience in, or strong familiarity with, regulatory environments, government and public affairs
Strong understanding of social media measurement tools and website analytics
Exercises good judgment in identifying and responding to complex issues or inquiries and demonstrating leadership in developing strategic and timely responses that protect the College's relationships and reputation

The College is committed to providing accommodation. If you require accommodation, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please submit your cover letter and resume on our website by January 13, 2023.

French version to follow below.

Chef des communications
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