Communications Manager - Winnipeg, Canada - Mennonite Central Committee

Mennonite Central Committee

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Canada, Manitoba, Winnipeg

Applications due: 13 Feb, 2024

Job Synopsis

The communications manager is the lead resource for communications expertise for MCC Manitoba and is responsible for development and implementation of provincial communications plans.

This role provides expertise in planning and implementation, content creation, brand management, digital marketing and public relations.

The position includes a strong focus on written content creation and telling stories of impact with the goal of raising the profile of MCC in the province.

The communications manager is part of a vibrant communications and donor relations (CDR) team that includes fundraising, communications, engagement, and outreach components.

This team is responsible for revenue generation, communication and engagement with supporters, volunteers, groups, communities, and churches in alignment with the relief, development, peace work and values of MCC.

The communications manager supervises the design & digital media associate. Both positions work collaboratively with provincial colleagues, as well as national marcomm network counterparts to achieve organizational communications objectives.

Job Details
Salaried Employee -Full Time at 1 FTE

Qualifications

REQUIRED

Postsecondary degree or diploma with a focus on communications, international development, humanities, theology or equivalent experience
Five years of experience with responsibility for creating written and graphic content, developing communication plans and managing projects
Excellent written communications skills with experience writing for different audiences and channels including print, web and digital
Expertise in all aspects of content creation including idea generation, interviewing, writing and copy editing
Working knowledge and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign)
Knowledge and familiarity with digital marketing best practice, implementation and analytics
Strong ability to synthesize information and manage deadlines and expectations generated within a collaborative organizational culture
Able to work with sensitivity in a diverse cultural and theological context
Excellent time and priority management skills with keen attention to detail Effective project manager with high emotional intelligence who can maintain priorities and move projects forward while incorporating input from a variety of stakeholders
Availability for occasional evening and weekend work
Valid Manitoba driver's license
Must be able to legally work in Canada

PREFERRED

Basic knowledge of photography and videography, video editing
Experience in or familiarity with charitable sector and fundraising context
Familiarity with international development sector and a heart for social justice
Understanding of supportercentered communications
Experience working with the media

Key Responsibilties

Coordination & Content Production - 80%

Responsible for development and implementation of an annual communications plan aligned with provincial priorities and the strategic goals of the national marketing/communications network
Produce written content including stories, highlights, summaries, media releases and marketing copy focused on provincial program and social enterprise initiatives, in addition to international programming
Responsible for editorial direction and oversight/supervision of design and production of content including podcasts, newsletters, impact reporting, promotional collateral, videos and digital platforms (website, social)
Responsible for development and oversight/supervision of implementation of a social media strategy utilizing analytic tools to measure the effectiveness of digital campaigns and facilitate the incorporation of reporting, tracking and data into decisionmaking

Public Relations - 20%

Responsible for the positioning and oversight of MCC's brand in Manitoba
Manage and grow relationships with provincial media to secure and grow earned media coverage in Manitoba
Coordinate media interviews with organization spokespersons and act as organization's spokesperson as required
Produce briefing notes, key messages and talking points for organization spokespersons
In collaboration with senior staff, plan, develop and implement internal communication and issues management plans consistent with organizational policies and procedures

Start Date
11 Mar, Some Flexibility

Salary Details

Base salary:
$63,757

Benefits
Employer paid health, dental & vision, AD&D, Life - available upon hire. Matching 5% RRSP program. Optional critical illness coverage.

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