Manager, Public Affairs - North Vancouver, Canada - Capilano University

Capilano University

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North Vancouver, Canada

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Description

Competition Number

S181147P
Position Title
Manager, Public Affairs
Position Number
00000
Employee Group
Administrator
Position Status
Regular Part-Time
Start Date

End Date (if applicable)

Department

University Relations
Additional Notes

Location

North Vancouver
Working with us
At the heart of Capilano University, is our University Relations team that stands as a pillar dedicated to cultivating a culture of giving, engagement, and community building.
Encompassing philanthropy, alumni engagement, university relations, communications, marketing, as well as university events and ceremonies, we are a collaborative and innovative team of inspired professionals.
Through strategic partnerships and dedicated efforts, we seek to be the architects of lasting connections making a profound impact on the academic, cultural, and social fabric of CapU, not only enhancing our reputation but brining communities together and fulfilling our collective purpose.
Are you ready to be a catalyst for community engagement and contribute to a purposedriven team? Join our University Relations, where your efforts will not only shape the present but also play a pivotal role in securing a vibrant and impactful future for Capilano University.
What you'll do
The manager of public affairs is a pivotal role responsible for developing and executing strategic plans and initiatives to effectively engage with community partners and government bodies at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels. The position manages and records University engagement with municipal, provincial, and federal elected officials, as well as government senior staff and business and community leaders to develop positive longterm relationships to build support for university initiatives.
The manager represents Capilano University to internal and external audiences as required, reports to the director, communications, and works closely with the vicepresident, university relations. In this role, the manager may represent the director when requested.
This position is privy to confidential matters including University strategy and labour relations.
Develops and implements comprehensive strategic plans related to government and community relations to build awareness and political support for university initiatives. This includes directing and evaluating the work of external vendor(s) as needed to support the development and implementation of plans.
Communicates priorities, developments, successes and challenges to support leadership and executive communications.
Responds to community, government, and partner requests for information with timeliness and accuracy.
Works closely with colleagues across the University's departments and faculties to create plans, briefing notes, budget submissions to the government, FAQs, backgrounders, key messages, letters, etc. related to government issues and initiatives.
Identifies, establishes, and maintains strategic relationships that publicly align government and other key stakeholder priorities with university priorities. Maintains external leads and contacts, ensuring adequate communication on a regular basis to proactively address areas of concern and leverage areas of alignment to promote and enhance public and political support for university initiatives and initiatives impacting the University.
Collaborates and consults with the director, indigenous education & affairs to ensure protocol is followed in building relationships with Indigenous nations as part of government and community relations.

What you'll bring

Postsecondary degree or diploma in Government Relations, Journalism, Public Relations, or Communications.
A minimum of 8 years of experience in a public sector environment or large, complex organization.

For more information

For more information, please see the complete
job description.

Benefits

At Capilano University, we understand that there is more to life than work. That is why we offer comprehensive benefits and support to help you and your family live a balanced life. Take a
sneak peak to see what it is like to work at Capilano University.

Posting Detail Information

Days and Hours of Work

This position will work three (3) days per week.
Bridge Period (if applicable)

Pay Group

10
Salary
This position has a salary range of $85,711 (minimum) to $114,281 (midpoint) to $125,709 (maximum) per annum. Employment offers will typically be made between the minimum and midpoint of the range and are determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity.
Additionally, Capilano University also offers a competitive total rewards package (college pension plan, employer paid benefit premiums, health spending account, modified work week, remote working options, etc.)
Union
N/A
Job Open Date
05/07/2024
Job Close Date

Open Until Filled