Community Engagement Consultant II

City of Saskatoon; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,150 - 93,935; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Canada is looking for a Community Engagement Consultant II to lead public engagement initiatives. This permanent full-time role involves developing and managing engagement processes that align with strategic goals. Candidates should have a degree in human or social sciences, and 4-6 years of relevant experience. Important skills include project management, consensus building, and strong communication abilities. The position offers a competitive salary range from CA$80,150.88 to CA$93,935.04 annually.

Qualifications

• Four to six years’ experience in public engagement, project management, and strategic communications.
• Eligible for IAP2 membership or similar accreditation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage public engagement processes.
• Oversee quality application of engagement tools.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and analysis of data.

Skills

Public engagement

Project management

Strategic communications

Consensus building

Effective communication

Education

Degree in human/social sciences or related field

Job description

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Base Pay Range

CA$80,150.88/yr - CA$93,935.04/yr

The City of Saskatoon is looking for a permanent full-time Community Engagement Consultant II.

This position provides leadership in developing, directing, and implementing public engagement initiatives and processes that support City of Saskatoon strategic goals and objectives required for successful public engagement.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and manage the public engagement process and engagement plans to ensure alignment with strategic goals for civic departments and divisions.
• Assist in developing public engagement processes, policies, procedures and framework and ensure they are followed in a consistent and coordinated manner throughout the corporation.
• Provide collaborative consultation for all stakeholders to identify and resolve public engagement issues and opportunities.
• Oversee quality application of tools and practices of engagement activities across the organization.
• Communicate and support stakeholders with public engagement initiatives, processes, procedures, and results.
• Assist with the preparation of reports and other related materials from analysis of data collected.
• Analyze emerging best practices and trends in engagement tools and techniques and recommend appropriate strategies for their use.
• Participate in the coordination and facilitation of public engagement activities.
• Moderate messaging and strategies for corporate online engagement tools and social media websites.
• Assist with the budget and tendering process.
• Collaborate with communications and marketing staff to ensure the public and stakeholders are aware of opportunities to participate.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Degree in human/social sciences (public policy, psychology, sociology), community development, education, planning, business or related field. Course work related to public consultation design would be an asset.
• Four to six years’ progressively responsible experience in public engagement, project management and strategic communications.
• Eligible for the IAP2 membership and Canadian accreditation or similar training.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships within the organization and community.
• Ability to build consensus, generate common understanding, and create a shared vision with diverse stakeholders and interests.
• Ability to exercise sound judgement and decision-making under strict time constraints and competing priorities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive information.
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive situations.

Additional Requirements

Must be available to be on-call.

Weekly Hours: 36.67

Salary Range: $80,150.88 to $93,935.04 CAD per annum (2023 rates)

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Full-time

Job Function

• Consulting and Business Development

Industries

• Government Administration and Government Relations Services