Manager, Marketing, Government Relations and Strategy

at  YMCA BC

Date Posted: November 12th, 2024
Position Title: Manager, Marketing, Government Relations and Strategy
Location: 620 Royal Avenue, New Westminster
Terms: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $70,000-$90,000 annually
Start Date: As soon as possible
Reports To: Chief Data, Technology, Marketing and Strategy Officer (CDO)

Benefits:

• Free YMCA gym membership
• Business casual dress code
• Flexible schedule
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Extended health and dental benefits
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee assistance program with free access to counselling
• Retirement plan with employer matching

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years of experience in strategic planning, strategy, consulting, research and insights, or a similar role within a complex organization.
• A bachelor’s degree in any relevant field, such as engineering, international relations, or economics. A master’s degree would be beneficial but is not required.
• Experience with strategic frameworks, process improvements, and driving innovation.
• Proven experience working cross-departmentally and managing large-scale projects.
• Familiarity with data-driven decision-making, business case development, and the ability to implement structured organizational improvements.
• Experience in a not-for-profit or mission-driven environment considered an asset.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proficient with MS Office Suite for word processing, spreadsheets, email systems and database applications
• Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding start date

• Responsible for identifying growth and revenue opportunities by leveraging insights from Marketing, Government Relations, and program evaluations.
• Identify and implement innovative processes, tools and technologies to enhance operational efficiencies.
• Collaboratively work with leaders in other departments including but not limited to Government Relations and Marketing to create structured frameworks that align with the organization’s strategic initiatives and goals.
• Partner with Data & Analytics team to develop metrics and tools that enable data-driven strategies to support the YMCA BC.
• Facilitate a collaborative environment, ensuring cross department leaders align with the organization’s strategy initiatives.