Interim Communications Manager

Interim Communications Manager

Classification:     Full-time, Term (July 8, 2024 – April 28, 2024) Maternity leave replacement position

Salary/Wage:      $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Location:              Williams Lake, BC

Deadline:             Until filled

The Tŝilhqot’in National Government (TNG) is the official First Nations government serving the Tŝilhqot'in Nation. TNG is located in Williams Lake, BC and serves the six communities: ʔEsdilagh, Tŝideldel, Yuneŝit'in, Tl'etinqox, Xeni Gwet'in, and Tl'esqox.

The Communications Manager supports TNG and its initiatives through communication and engagement with the Tŝilhqot’in citizens, the Tŝilhqot’in communities, external partners, and the public. This role oversees both external and internal communications, works with leadership and senior management to maintain communication with TNG’s various stakeholders, and ensures messaging and branding is consistent, engaging, and advances the priorities of the Tŝilhqot’in Nation through the appropriate communications channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare press releases, opinion pieces, public statements, and written content
• Coordinate media calls and interviews and seek or respond to public speaking opportunities and appearances to gain coverage in the news
• Transform content provided by subject matter experts into reader-friendly and audience-appropriate material
• Showcase and share Tŝilhqot’in culture and identity
• Develop key messages and speaking notes
• Develop positive relationships with external communications teams and partners
• Manage online presence on TNG’s website, digital channels, and social media platform
• Develop and edit newsletters, reports, and other communications materials
• Create, monitor, and assess communication or engagement strategies, plans, and tactics
• Develop communication policies and processes
• Report to the Leadership Table and attend the Chiefs meetings, as required
• Supervise the Communications department staff

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or equivalent
• Superior writing, editing, and proofreading skills, including the ability to tailor writing for voice, audience and communication channel
• Demonstrate strong organization skills, high level of accuracy, and the ability to function in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain and protect confidential and proprietary information
• Proficient with a variety of computer software applications, including Microsoft products, Adobe Suite, and Canva
• Able to work collaboratively and build networks internally and externally
• Experience working with Indigenous organizations or communities is considered an asset

Working Conditions

• Travel may be required
• Ability to attend and conduct presentations
• Manual dexterity required to use desktop computer and peripherals
• Overtime as required
• Lifting or moving up to 25lbs may be required

Please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 references to the contact below.

Jenai Nolin, HR Generalist & Recruitment
Tŝilhqot’in National Government
1729 South Lakeside Drive
Williams Lake, BC V2G 3A9
Email: jenainolin@tsilhqotin.ca

Preference will be given to those of Aboriginal Ancestry - per Section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Only those who are invited to interview will be contacted.