Communications and Stakeholder Relations Advisor

Dalhousie University; Saint John; Hybrid; CAD 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Canada is seeking a Communications and Stakeholder Relations Advisor to enhance effective communication of its medical education initiatives. The successful candidate will develop strategies, create content, and manage media relations to support the university's goals in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Health and dental plans

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• 5 years related experience in communications, public relations, or stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to develop integrated communications strategies.
• Experience in managing media relations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement communication strategies.
• Act as media liaison and build relationships with stakeholders.
• Support donor and alumni events.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Undergraduate degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Communications and Stakeholder Relations Advisor

Department/Unit Medical Education Program - NB

Location Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada

Posting Number S131-25

Employee Group DPMG

Position Type Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0

Salary $59,555 - $79,673 per annum

Classification ADM-05

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick ( DMNB ) is a campus of Dalhousie’s Faculty of Medicine. The main DMNB administrative office is located on the UNB Campus in Saint John. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working in close collaboration with the Director of Operations, the Communications and Stakeholder Relations Advisor plays a key role in the effective communication of DMNB activities, priorities, and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement internal and external communication strategies aligned with the DMNB and Faculty of Medicine strategic plans.
• Create integrated content (writing, photography, video, and design) for newsletters, websites, social media, reports, events, and presentations.
• Act as DMNB’s media liaison and including media and materials for events.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with media representatives, government communicators, Horizon Health Network, and community stakeholders.
• Support donor and alumni events in collaboration with the Advancement Office and Dalhousie Medical Alumni Association.
• Provide communications support and project management for special initiatives, research promotion, and strategic planning.
  
  

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within New Brunswick) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a related field, with five years’ related experience in communications, public relations, or stakeholder engagement (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
• Proven ability to develop integrated communications strategies and materials across multiple platforms and audiences.
• Experience coordinating events, managing media relations, and working with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience creating content that supports fundraising, alumni engagement, and institutional reporting
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop), CMS platforms, and social media tools.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
  
  

Assets

• Training in project management, graphic design, or digital tools.
• Experience working in health care, higher education, or government.
  
  

Job Competencies

The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:

• Respect & Inclusion
• Adaptability
• Knowledge & Thinking Skills
• Communication
• Service
  
  

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit www.dal.ca/hiringfordiversity

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Date 07/11/2025

Close Date 08/04/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/19216