Communications and Marketing Manager

Prairie Payments Joint Venture; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A collaboration of credit unions is seeking a Communications and Marketing Manager to develop communication strategies and marketing activities. The role involves engaging stakeholders and increasing awareness of the organization. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and at least eight years of experience. Strong writing skills and proficiency in MS Office are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of eight years of relevant experience or combination of education and experience.
• Professional designation such as IABC or CPRS is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communication and engagement tools.
• Create an internal communication strategy.
• Manage digital and social media properties.

Skills

Excellent writing and editing skills

High proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint

Basic skills in WordPress

Willingness to learn other systems like Adobe InDesign

Education

Related university, college, or certification

Job description

Join to apply for the Communications and Marketing Manager role at Prairie Payments Joint Venture .

The Prairie Payments Joint Venture (PPJV) is a collaboration owned by three Prairie credit unions, created to digitally transform and modernize payment services for credit unions in the Prairies. PPJV aims to ensure prairie credit unions remain competitive in payments and have access to efficient, modernized payment processing infrastructure.

Role Summary :

The Communications and Marketing Manager is responsible for developing strategic communication plans and executing marketing and communication activities to support PPJV's strategic and operational goals. The role involves keeping internal and external stakeholders informed and engaged, and increasing awareness of PPJV within the credit union system.

Key Responsibilities :

• Provide expertise and guidance on communication strategies to executive teams and project leads, supporting the development of annual plans aligned with strategic goals.
• Develop and execute communication and engagement tools, including program updates, payment feature sheets, presentations, and web copy.
• Create an internal communication strategy to support employee engagement and community building.
• Support sponsorship and conference speaking efforts.
• Manage PPJV's digital and social media properties and media relations.
• Plan and manage incident response communications.
• Develop and implement an integrated marketing plan to enhance PPJV’s brand identity and positioning with key customers and industry partners.
• Manage the Prairie Payments internal portal and external website, including content updates and development.
• Oversee content and distribution of the client newsletter.
• Support material and presentation development for the PPJV Engagement Team, including townhalls.
• Assist with communications and marketing budgets.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with the Engagement Team, leads, and senior leadership.

Experience and Skills :

Related university, college, or certification plus a minimum of eight years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience.

Excellent writing and editing skills.

High proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint; basic skills in WordPress; willingness to learn other systems like Adobe InDesign.

Professional designation such as IABC or CPRS is an asset.

Work Environment :

PPJV offers a fast-paced, focused environment dedicated to delivering efficient, cost-effective, modernized payment processing for prairie credit unions.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter by 11 : 59 PM on August 7, 2025. Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Additional Details :

Seniority level : Mid-Senior level

Employment type : Full-time

Job function : Marketing and Sales

This job posting is active and available.

J-18808-Ljbffr