Communications Manager

Ford Motor Company; Oakville; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Communications Manager to join their innovative team in Oakville. This role involves crafting compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences, particularly in the realms of electric vehicles and performance vehicles. The successful candidate will leverage strong writing and strategic thinking skills to enhance the company's brand and storytelling efforts. This project-oriented position offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with various departments, ensuring that the company's vision and messaging are effectively communicated. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Communications required.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in relevant fields is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage media outreach and events focused on electric vehicles and Ford Performance.
• Support communications for various company functions including Marketing and Social Media.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Strong Writing Skills

Business Acumen

Technical Skills

Project Management

Critical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Bilingual (English/French)

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism

Post-Graduate education in Communications

Job description

Ford Motor Company Communications Manager in Oakville, Ontario

Job type: Contract 14 months

As we build a diverse, equitable and inclusive global Communications team, we are looking for passionate, creative professionals who can engage our target audiences with innovative ideas that breakthrough in a fast-changing environment.

Ford of Canada Communications works to advance Ford’s business success and future vision through innovative, world-class communications. We seek to establish Ford as the world’s most trusted company through purpose-driven storytelling that inspires advocacy, builds the Ford brand and creates desire for our vehicles.

As a Ford of Canada Communications team member, the Manager will contribute to Ford's transformation and the company's future vision.

This position is project-oriented and challenges you to demonstrate strong writing skills, strategic thinking, business acumen and technical skills. Assignment areas for Managers include:

1. Electric vehicle communications
2. Mustang
3. Ford Performance
4. Software & Integrated Services
5. Enterprise Storytelling

Responsibilities include planning, implementation and management of all media outreach, events, and supporting materials in the areas of electric vehicles, Mustang, Ford Performance, Software & Integrated Services communication. You will also support key areas with agency Grassroots Communications teams to extend the Ford business and product story, and provide communications support to other company functions, including Marketing/Sales, Social Media, Government Affairs, Dealers and Manufacturing.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Bachelor’s Degree or Post-Graduate education in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies/Media Relations (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained. If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required).
2. Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in Communications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Project and program management skills
2. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
3. Ability to work as a member of a team
4. Strong writing, reporting and verbal communications skills
5. News reporting or editing experience
6. Ability to develop innovative approaches to engage audiences
7. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to cultivate relationships with colleagues and media
8. Bilingual (English/French) is an asset

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require.

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited does not sponsor work permit applications.