Communications Coordinator

at  FortisBC

Affiliation: MoveUP
Employment Status: Full-Time Temporary
Salary: $36.79 Hourly
Temp Duration: 18 months
Workplace Flexibility: No
Posting End Date: Open until filled
As the province’s largest energy provider with more than 100 years of knowledge and experience, we proudly deliver renewable energy, natural gas, electricity and propane to 1.2 million customers.
We’re actively seeking new talent to join our mission of transforming B.C.’s energy landscape. As one of BC’s Top Employers with a diverse team of over 2,600 employees, we are committed to a safe and inclusive culture where each of us can connect, belong, and grow. Join us, and together, let’s shape a brighter future for B.C.

REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of a recognized diploma in Business Administration, Communications, or related field from an accredited post-secondary institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years directly related and recent experience and should include project management.
• Thorough knowledge of procedures involved in print production, including pre-press and printing technology, digital and social media.
• Thorough understanding of the use of communications media (collateral, web, advertising - print, radio, TV, online) to achieve client’s objectives.
• Ability to assess and evaluate the quality of supplier’s work and evaluate estimates for accuracy.
• Strong communications planning and project management skills with sound budgeting and time management skills, including the ability to work effectively under tight deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong knowledge of written and digital project management tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and proof-reading skills.
• Strong knowledge of computer systems operations, environment and peripherals and various applications software in use in the department (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign & suite of MS Office products).
  Our engaging workplace offers a wide range of challenging opportunities, while being safe, inclusive and diverse. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, while supporting life-long career development. We also encourage volunteerism and nourish the need to give back to your community.
  FortisBC acknowledges and respects Indigenous Peoples in Canada, on whose Traditional Territories we all live and work. FortisBC is committed to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples and is guided by our Statement of Indigenous Principles

PURPOSE

As part of the Communications Team, responsible for the coordination of all external communications projects, ensuring appropriate resources are available and timelines are observed.