Communications Manager - Montréal, Canada - JTI - Japan Tobacco International

JTI - Japan Tobacco International

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Montréal, Canada

2 weeks ago

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We're JTI, Japan Tobacco International and
we believe in freedom. We think that the possibilities are limitless when you're free to choose.

In fact, we've spent the last 20 years innovating, creating new and better products for our
consumers to choose from.

It's how we've grown to be present in 130 countries.

But our business isn't just business. Our business is our people. Their talent. Their potential. We believe
when they're free to be themselves, grow, travel and develop,
amazing things can happen for our business.

That's why our employees, from around the world, choose to be a part of JTI.
It is why 83% of employees feel happy working at JTI. And why we've been awarded
Global Top Employer status, nine years running.

So when you're ready to choose a career you'll love, in a company you'll love, feel free to #JoinTheIdea.

Communications Manager - JTI Factory, Montreal

About JTI

JTI-Macdonald Corp., established in 1858, is one of Canada's oldest and leading tobacco companies employing approximately 500 employees across the country with the headquarters in Mississauga (Ontario), manufacturing facilities in Montreal (Quebec) and sales offices across the country.

JTI Canada is a member of Japan Tobacco International (JTI) producers of some of the worlds most recognizable tobacco brands.

For the sixth consecutive year, we have been certified as a Top Employer ranked #3 in Canada and #1 in North America for 2023.

In addition, JTI was certified a Global Top Employer for the ninth consecutive year among only 15 other Global Top Employers.

JTI is a leading international tobacco and vaping company, with headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland and an international workforce of 48,000 employees.

Our world-renowned brands are available in over 130 markets.

Though the tobacco industry is changing, JTI remains committed to provide adult consumers with a choice of a wide portfolio of quality products including those with the potential to reduce the risks associated with smoking.

Position Purpose

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Affairs & Communications (CA&C), the incumbent develops and executes the company's internal communications and community investment programs for the factory.

This includes generating an understanding of and engagement with the company's objectives & priorities, commitment to corporate sustainability by leveraging traditional and digital communications platforms.

In addition, the role supports the Head of CA&C in external communications providing insights and understanding of the media landscape and the interests of journalists in Quebec to improve the position and reputation of JTI-Macdonald Corp.

Responsibilities

Design and execute strategic communications campaigns to increase awareness and engagement with company vision, values and business strategies for the factory.
Create impact on global initiatives big and small from conception through to launch and ongoing optimization.
Provide internal communications counsel and expertise to other functions as needed.
Strengthen JTI's corporate brand and culture as the custodian of brand elements and usage.
Build a network of Quebec media contacts to ensure that JTI
Macdonald Corp. receives a fair share of the external tobacco voice from a manufacturing perspective.
Create an environment where JTI is the go to company for journalists interested in issues impacting the industry.
Develop and implement Community Investment programs that demonstrate JTI's commitment to the communities it operates in and act as main Contact for coordination of community investment activities in which the factory is involved.

Qualifications & Experience

Postsecondary education in a related field.
46 plus years of experience in a communications role working for a corporation or Factory.
Highly proficient in internal communications channel management, including intranets and internal social media platforms (Workplace, SharePoint and Microsoft 365 preferred) and experience in external communications channel management (LinkedIn, Twitter etc.).
Ability to selfdevelop content (using Adobe/Canva or similar) or direct/train others in doing so and proficiency with live/virtual meetings & event production an asset.
Good network with local Montreal city authorities and NGO's.
Experience in philanthropy or community investment.

Skills, Competencies & Languages

Passionate communicator with exceptional verbal and written communications skills in English and French.
Able to engage through effective writing with internal and external audiences and connect complex, wide ranging issues in a simple and impactful way.
Skilled influencer with strong problemsolving skills; ability to work well with peers and senior management.
Proven project management skills with the ability to get buyin and support for projects from diverse and often widespread stakeholders.