Advisor, Internal Communications – Sustainability

Jobtailor; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced internal communications leader in Burnaby to partner with executives, HR and operations across locations. You will craft newsletters, leadership updates, presentations and event materials to inform and engage employees.

You will manage internal channels and the editorial calendar, coordinate town halls and recognition events, and use engagement data to improve outcomes while supporting sustainability and community initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of experience in internal communications, ideally within a corporate or multi-location organization.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills.
• Ability to make complex information clear and engaging.
• Experience advising stakeholders and managing communications projects from planning through execution.
• Exposure to community investment, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, employee volunteering or impact reporting is an asset.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities independently.
• Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness and sound judgment.
• Ability to work autonomously, navigate ambiguity and learn through experience.
• Experience working in a multi-location or operational organization is an asset.
• Fluent in English; French language skills are an asset.
• Ability to travel occasionally to DP World locations and events.
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Successful candidates may be required to complete testing and a pre-employment medical examination.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders, HR, operations and regional teams to develop and deliver internal communications.
• Create newsletters, leadership updates, presentations and event materials.
• Manage internal communication channels and the editorial calendar.
• Coordinate town halls, leadership meetings, safety days and recognition activities.
• Support sensitive and urgent employee communications.
• Use engagement data to improve communication effectiveness.
• Coordinate community partnerships, donations, employee volunteering and sustainability initiatives.
• Administer the Sustainability Committee and track decisions, actions, spending and approved commitments.
• Collect and submit sustainability and community investment data for reporting requirements.
• Promote DP World's sustainability commitments and community impact through employee communications and storytelling.

Skills

Internal communications

Project management

Content creation

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Communications degree

Job description

• Partner with leaders, HR, operations and regional teams to develop and deliver internal communications
• Create newsletters, leadership updates, presentations and event materials
• Manage internal communication channels and the editorial calendar
• Coordinate town halls, leadership meetings, safety days and recognition activities
• Support sensitive and urgent employee communications
• Use engagement data to improve communication effectiveness
• Coordinate community partnerships, donations, employee volunteering and sustainability initiatives
• Administer the Sustainability Committee and track decisions, actions, spending and approved commitments
• Collect and submit sustainability and community investment data for reporting requirements
• Promote DP World's sustainability commitments and community impact through employee communications and storytelling

Requirements

• Degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of experience in internal communications, ideally within a corporate or multi-location organization
• Exceptional writing and editing skills
• Ability to make complex information clear and engaging
• Experience advising stakeholders and managing communications projects from planning through execution
• Exposure to community investment, sustainability, corporate social responsibility, employee volunteering or impact reporting is an asset
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities independently
• Demonstrated initiative, resourcefulness and sound judgment
• Ability to work autonomously, navigate ambiguity and learn through experience
• Experience working in a multi-location or operational organization is an asset
• Fluent in English; French language skills are an asset
• Ability to travel occasionally to DP World locations and events
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Successful candidates may be required to complete testing and a pre-employment medical examination

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in internal communications, project management, and stakeholder engagement, with a strong focus on sustainability initiatives and community impact. Proficient in creating clear and engaging content while managing multiple priorities in a corporate environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Internal Communications
• Project Management
• Sustainability Initiatives
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Exceptional Writing Skills

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Communications Degree
• Public Relations
• Journalism
• Content Creation
• Impact Reporting
• Data Analysis
• Event Coordination
• Editorial Calendar Management
• Community Investment
• Employee Volunteering

Soft Skills

• Organizational Skills
• Resourcefulness
• Sound Judgment
• Initiative
• Ability to Navigate Ambiguity

Industry Keywords

• Corporate Social Responsibility
• Multi-Location Organization
• Employee Communications
• Engagement Data
• Sustainability Committee