Communications Advisor - Calgary, Canada - Calgary Stampede

Calgary Stampede

Verified Company

Calgary, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

About the Calgary Stampede

The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and promotes our western heritage, cultures and community spirit with a vision to create a world-class, year-round gathering place for the community.

Exemplifying the theme We're Greatest Together, the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a Board of Directors with over 2,500 passionate volunteers and 1,200 year-round employees.

As an organization that exists for the benefit of the community, inclusion and equity are woven into our core values of western hospitality, pride of place, integrity and commitment to the community.

The world-class, year-round gathering place we have built for the community also welcomes visitors from around the world and those who are new to the local community.

We know that blending diverse cultures with our long-standing traditions makes community spirit thrive.

Position Summary

Directly reporting to the Manager, Communications & Media Relations, this position is responsible for the successful execution of various internal and external communications initiatives and will provide communications support for several internal business units as required.

You are a creative thinker and confident writer capable of designing and executing communication plans that achieve results.

You thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment and are comfortable working with media and a large variety of other stakeholders.

We are a small collaborative, supportive team that loves to achieve results through communications and have fun doing it. Sound like a team you'd like to join? Then we'd love to hear from you.

_ Note:
The closing date for this opportunity is: Wednesday, __February_
_ 15, 2023_

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to:

Act as project manager, working collaboratively with internal business units to determine communications needs that support department programs and initiatives.
Support and provide strategic advice to internal clients and volunteer committees.
Research, create and write content such as newsletters, news releases, presentations, and other vehicles as required for print, video, and web formats.
Develop written material for the senior leadership team including speeches, reports and presentations.
Assist and implement projects and communication initiatives with managers and stakeholders.
Cultivate positive external and internal stakeholder relationships to ensure objectives are achieved.
Work in collaboration with the team to respond to media inquiries.
Carry out media monitoring, research and reporting on specific initiatives as well as broader topics.

Qualifications:

Five plus years of related work experience.
Postsecondary degree or diploma in communications, public relations or journalism.
Selfdirected individual who can strategically problemsolve and identify opportunities.
Experience writing and speaking for broad audiences.
Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong writer that can translate information into clear copy and captivating stories.
Demonstrated experience in strategic communications planning, project management, employee communications and the effective use of online communications.
Excellent attention to detail.
Highly organized, selfstarter and ability to work well in fluid environment.
Experience working both independently and in a teamoriented, collaborative environment.
Proficiency in CP style is an asset.

Benefits
The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment and the opportunity for advancement and employee training.

To Apply
To apply, please submit your resume. All applicants are thanked in advance and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.