City of Kelowna is located at CITY HALL. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Communications Advisor. We are seeking a self-disciplined individual with exceptional interpersonal skills. The chosen applicant will be required to join and begin their duties as soon as possible. This is a 12-month term position.

Employer Name: City of Kelowna
Position: Communications Advisor
No. of vacancies: 1
Salary: Starts at $47.46 per hour with a 2-step progression to $50.49 per hour plus 14% in lieu of vacation, statutory holidays and benefits
Employment type: Term
Location: CITY HALL

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Job Description

The candidate must promote department initiatives and events and support the development of branding.
The candidate must develop and maintain communications standards that reflect corporate policies.
The candidate will develop annual communications strategies and supporting collateral.
The candidate will develop research tools and strategies to ensure communications are targeted and results-oriented and evaluate their effectiveness.
The candidate will develop and implement performance measures to evaluate the effectiveness of communications strategies.
The candidate will develop a web strategy that reflects corporate policies and City standards and will be responsible for the content and design of web home pages, excluding specific pages on kelowna.ca.
The candidate will coordinate and maximize media relations with the Supervisor, including news releases and media events.
The candidate will coordinate Mayor and Council attendance at departmental events, including preparing backgrounders and speaking notes when required.
The candidate will coordinate public consultation and communication activities for new and existing facilities or events.
The candidate must collaborate with clients to establish work priorities.

Job Requirements

The candidate must hold a degree in Communications.
The candidate must have at least 4 years of experience in strategic and collaborative communications projects, media relations, issues management, and social media.
The candidate should have experience with web content management, design software, and digital engagement tools, which will be preferred.
The candidate must demonstrate strong computer expertise.
The candidate must demonstrate innovative thinking.
The candidate must demonstrate strong decision-making skills.
The candidate must demonstrate strong project management skills.
The candidate must demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
The candidate must demonstrate excellent communication skills.

Benefits

The employer promotes an inclusive and progressive work environment that values diversity, encourages equity, and fosters a strong sense of belonging for all employees.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit your application through the provided channels or options.

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Note

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