Manager, Communications External Communications - North York, Canada - Seneca Polytechnic

Seneca Polytechnic

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North York, Canada

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Join the Renewed Seneca, The Next Seneca
:

Guided by _The Next - A Strategic Plan for Seneca Polytechnic_, we offer a working environment that is innovative, flexible and encourages risk-taking.

Joining Seneca Polytechnic brings opportunities for professional development and career growth. We focus on health and wellbeing in all its forms to provide a great employee experience.

Are You Ready to Take Your Communications Expertise to the Next Level?:

Are you a passionate storyteller and an expert communicator with an innovative edge? Do you find purpose in leading a motivated, fulfilled and tight-knit team? If this sounds like you, we have an exciting opportunity you might be perfect for.

As the Manager of External Communications, you will lead a team of media, external relations and social media specialists in a newsroom-style environment, following leads that showcase to our students, employees, supporters and media all that Seneca has to offer.

You will also play an important role in issues management, taking a proactive planning approach.

Join our dynamic team and you'll help shape the messaging that shows the world what Seneca is made of and work alongside a passionate group of leaders in postsecondary education dedicated to student success.

Our innovative and supportive culture empowers you to think big, think creatively and think strategically.

Here's What's on Your Horizon:

Prioritizing the work of a team and demonstrating strong, empathetic leadership while you do it.
Meeting with internal stakeholders, including senior leadership, to advise on communications best practices and wowing them with your creative ideas that consider their unique goals as well as other institutional priorities.
Developing and implementing omnichannel communication strategies, plans and campaigns that align with our strategic plan and values and help spread the amazing #SenecaProud stories of our students and graduates.
Writing and editing various types of content articles, press releases, social media posts, scripts, briefing documents and any other format you believe will support Seneca's external relations and bring your topic to life.
Creating clear, concise key messaging for every project you take on.

Are You Our Ideal Manager of External Communications?:

The person we're looking for is creative, curious, purpose-driven, and a sponge for ideas.

You know how to navigate complex environments, designing strategic and holistic content strategies for diverse audiences and on multiple channels - the kind of work that impresses clients and delivers results.

Attention to detail is your strong suit and you're good at helping people create their best work.

In addition, we have the following qualifications in mind:

You have 5+ years of experience in communications or journalism, including people leadership experience.
You have a diploma or degree in journalism, public relations, or communications.

As part of our commitment to dismantling barriers to success, Seneca may consider applicants with an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note:
A skills assessment test or presentation will be administered during the recruitment process.

Job Details

External Posting Date:

May 6, 2024

External Closing Date:

May 26, 2024

Pay Range:

Admin Pay Grade C:
$106,339 - $143,557 (

Hiring Range:
$106,339 - $124,948)

Hours:
37.5

Work Type:

Hybrid

Shift:

Monday to Friday (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Ideal Start Date:
6/24/24

End Date:

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Note:

Seneca requires copies of educational credentials at the time of an interview.

Confirmation of educational credentials in the form of an official Canadian transcript or an official evaluation of international credentials which determines Canadian equivalency will be required upon hire.

Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance:

Seneca Polytechnic is Canada's leading polytechnic with over 4300+ employees, 40,000 full-time students and 23, 400 part-time and continuing education students.

With over 55 years since opening its doors for the first time, Seneca Polytechnic is dedicated to getting our students career
- and world-ready. We offer an education that has no boundaries. And we create great flexible experiences for those who study and work here. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator.

As Canada's leading polytechnic, our core mission is our North Star:
we provide a great education that builds great careers for our graduates. We make a difference so they can make a difference.

None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca - the faculty, support staff and administrators - who show their commitment to our students and their success every day.

We are excited about what the future holds. Come help us build The Next for Seneca Polytechnic. Embrace innovation. Challenge the status quo. Lead. Tha