Senior Communications Specialist, Sector Engagement and Partnerships

at  BC Housing

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Manager, Sector Engagement and Partnerships, the Senior Communications Specialist, Sector Engagement and Partnerships, supports the implementation of communications strategies to foster strong relationships with housing sector partners and supports engagement with key external stakeholders on BC Housing’s strategic initiatives to support a thriving affordable housing sector in British Columbia. This includes coordinating speaking events, thought leadership opportunities, content development and various stakeholder engagement initiatives and activities. He/She/They also provides support in housing sector-related strategic communications planning, writing, presentation development, stakeholder engagement, materials production, and event management services to build awareness and relationships in support of BC Housing programs and services.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Advanced diploma in communications, business, marketing, or other relevant field.
• Considerable progressive related experience in the areas of corporate communications, marketing, public affairs, and/or public relations.
• Considerable experience in working with diverse communities and populations.
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of communications in the public sector environment
• Ability to build effective working relationships with external stakeholders such as agencies and contractors, in non-profit organizations and the private sector
• Ability to write, prepare and post content to websites for both internal and external audiences
• Ability to develop and implement communication strategies
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner while displaying a high degree of judgement, discretion and decision-making ability
• Ability to work independently and in a team to analyze, problem-solve, mediate and mitigate difficult situations
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressures, with scrupulous attention to details
• Ability to travel on Commission business and work evenings and weekends as required
• Strong verbal, writing, editing and presentation skills
• Strong event management skills
• Strong interpersonal skills, organizational and time-management skills
• Proficient in the use of MS Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• Valid BC Driver’s License and must meet requirements to qualify for rental car insurance
• Due to the nature of this role, a valid class 5 driver’s license and satisfactory driving record is required.
  Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org to arrange a call.

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