Manager, Communications, Engagement and Knowledge - Vancouver, Canada - Simon Fraser University

Simon Fraser University

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Vancouver, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$75,285.00 to $89,904.00 annually

SFU Department Descr:

Centre for Dialogue

Position Grade:

10
- # of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

The Manager, Communications, Engagement and Knowledge Mobilization works closely with the Program Director, executive team, and other program team members to develop, manage, and execute strategic programming and communications for Simon Fraser University's Morris J.

Wosk Centre for Dialogue.

The Manager is responsible for raising internal and external awareness of the Centre's reputation as a global centre for knowledge and practice in dialogue.

The Manager provides strategic services, design and leadership to support the Centre's brand narrative, marketing and communications materials, tools and overall messaging.

In addition, the Manager is an integrated part of programming teams working to advance democratic participation and innovation through knowledge mobilization and two-way engagement.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline, and eight years of relevant experience in developing communications and/or marketing strategies, public relations, website content management and basic design; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Excellent knowledge of best practices and trends in communications, marketing and public relations.
Good knowledge of dialogue and engagement.
Good knowledge of CRMs and collaborative tools (i.e. Maximizer, Slack, or Google Drive).
Knowledge of good practices for intercultural engagement, including cultural literacy in the norms of multiple communities in Metro Vancouver and Canada.
Knowledge of creating culturally appropriate spaces and contexts (social and historical) for engagement between Indigenous and nonIndigenous peoples.
Knowledge of participatory engagement processes and working with groups traditionally underserved by government or facing barriers to participation.
Excellent organizational skills Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written, verbal and presentation).
Excellent problem solving, critical thinking and project management skills.
Excellent leadership and teamwork skills.
Ability to manage project budgets and deadlines.
Ability to coordinate content production and workflow.
Ability to exercise mature judgment, diplomacy and discretion, and to maintain confidentiality.

**Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.