Senior Communications Advisor

Tolko Industries Ltd.; Vernon; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Retirement plan

Relocation support

Tuition reimbursement / continued dev

Job summary

Tolko Industries Ltd. is seeking a Senior Communications Advisor to join our Vernon, British Columbia head office. The role focuses on delivering strategic communications, advisory support to leaders, and driving employee engagement across Tolko’s operating and service teams.

You will help shape internal and external communication strategies for a fast-paced, resource-based manufacturing business. The ideal candidate has 7-10 years in strategic communications, a university degree in PR/Comms,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in a strategic communications role.
• University degree in Public Relations/Communications.
• Proven execution of communication and stakeholder engagement strategies in a corporate environment.
• Strategic communications planning and project management experience.
• Experience in development and execution of both internal and external communication strategies and tactics in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and accountability to deliver results.
• Experience in leading through influence – holds others accountable in a positive and effective manner without having direct authority.
• Superior relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize collaborative engagement with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Confident and articulate, able to share ideas while maintaining a strong sense of team, while continually evaluating what is best for the organization.
• Must have a continuing record of professional development.
• Experience in the forestry industry, or other resource-based manufacturing business considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Deliver communication services, plans and programs that enable strategic business priorities.
• Provide strategic counsel and communications support to Tolko leaders and team members at all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate with Operating and Service Teams to bolster employee engagement and strategic alignment through the use of standardized tools and processes across the business.
• Understand, appropriately engage, and be an ambassador for the services model, our brand, and communication processes on behalf of the Communications Team.
• Work as part of an emergency response team to support issues affecting Tolko.
• Prepare briefs for senior management as required.
• Travel frequently to operations sites (anticipate a minimum of once per quarter).

Skills

Strong communication

Relationship building

Strategic planning

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Leading through influence

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

University degree in Public Relations/Communications

Job description

Our Senior Communications Advisor promotes Tolko’s value of Open Communication by supporting engagement within and across Tolko’s Operating and Business Service Teams. If you are passionate about communications, project management, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy collaborating with diverse groups to achieve common goals, read on to join and make a difference.

We’re looking for a Senior Communications Advisor to join our head office located in Vernon,British Columbia. Our head office houses Tolko’s corporate services groups including Sales, Marketing & Logistics, Finance, Accounting & Credit, IT, Procurement and Human Resources.

Our ideal candidate has the following qualifications:

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in a strategic communications role.
• University degree in Public Relations/Communications.
• Proven execution of communication and stakeholder engagement strategies in a corporate environment.
• Strategic communications planning and project management experience.
• Experience in development and execution of both internal and external communication strategies and tactics in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative and accountability to deliver results.
• Experience in leading through influence – holds others accountable in a positive and effective manner without having direct authority.
• Superior relationship building skills with an ability to prioritize collaborative engagement with diverse internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Confident and articulate, able to share ideas while maintaining a strong sense of team, while continually evaluating what is best for the organization.
• Must have a continuing record of professional development.
• Experience in the forestry industry, or other resource-based manufacturing business considered an asset.

We value diversity at Tolko and know that experience and knowledge comes in many forms. Even if you don't have all the qualifications above, please apply. We would love to hear your story and have you grow with us.

In this role you will:

• Deliver communication services, plans and programs that enable strategic business priorities.
• Provide strategic counsel and communications support to Tolko leaders and team members at all levels of the organization.
• Collaborate with Operating and Service Teams to bolster employee engagement and strategic alignment through the use of standardized tools and processes across the business.
• Understand, appropriately engage, and be an ambassador for the services model, our brand, and communication processes on behalf of the Communications Team.
• Work as part of an emergency response team to support issues affecting Tolko.
• Prepare briefs for senior management as required.
• Travel frequently to operations sites (anticipate a minimum of once per quarter).

So, what’s in it for you?

• You’ll take on anexciting new challenge withsupportive team members.
• You’ll earn a competitive salary based on your skills and experience. The expected base salary range for this position is$95,250 to $127,000 per year.
• You’ll be eligible for excellent benefits and access to our retirement plan, so you don’t have to choose between your bottom line and your wellbeing or your future.
• You may also be eligible for relocation support including community connections so you can live (and play) where you work.
• You’ll be supported in continued developmentthrough on-the-job and classroom training and reimbursement of tuition and membership fees.
• You’ll be part of apositive, innovative, and inclusive work environment.

If you want to work in a sustainable, future focused industry, there is no better place than Tolko. Our family has been producing innovative forest products for over 70 years. Our focus remains on sustainably managing our forests and our business for upcoming generations.

We want YOU to join our family. Come Grow Here!

About the North Okanagan Valley

The North Okanagan Valley includes the communities of Vernon, Armstrong, Lavington, Lumby and Lake Country, British Columbia. Surrounded by lakes, these communities provide family-friendly living with lots of amenities, and beautiful weather. Visit one of our local wineries or fine dining restaurants, go boating, hiking, biking, skiing, catch a round of golf, or visit a local market to pick up fresh fruit and produce… whatever your pleasure, you’ll find it here.

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