Senior Communications Advisor

BC Ferries; Victoria; On-site; CAD 84,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Competitive compensation

Pension plan

Vacation: 4 weeks

Hybrid work

Wellness programs

Job summary

BC Ferries in Victoria or the Vancouver Lower Mainland is seeking a Senior Communications Advisor to support IT major programs, shaping communications that explain what is changing, why it matters, and how it impacts employees across the organization.

Reporting to the Manager of Corporate Communications & Strategy, you will develop strategies and plans, craft executive messaging, intranet copy and internal memos, and partner with leaders to drive employee readiness, engagement and adoption

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism, or a related discipline.
• Certification or accreditation in Change Management or Change Communications is considered an asset.
• 4-6 years of experience in Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, Strategic Internal Communications in a fast-paced environment.
• 4-6 years of experience in research, writing and distribution of communications via internal channels (e.g. email, e-newsletter, intranet)
• 1-3 years of experience in content planning and project planning
• 1-3 years of experience in issues management, change management and change communications
• 1-3 years of experience in Microsoft Office Suite, MS365 and design tools (Photoshop and InDesign)
• 1-3 years of experience in supporting intranet content management systems
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and works collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to translate technical material and terminology into plain language for employee audiences
• Ability to manage projects and assignments on deadline
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information

Responsibilities

• Developing and executing communications strategies and plans for company-wide/corporate and internal communications to support IT major programs
• Providing strategic advisory on corporate communications needs to senior leaders
• Creating engaging content for a variety of communications materials including communications strategies and plans, internal memos, intranet copy, presentations, reports, speeches, and correspondence
• Working independently and produces complicated, high-profile communications deliverables that require little revision
• Supporting organizational change management efforts that drive employee understanding, engagement and adoption
• Building strong relationships with leaders and stakeholders across the organization
• Utilizing your knowledge and application of communications concepts, strategies and technical skills to plan, execute and evaluate communications plans for internal and external audiences

Skills

Communication skills

Oral and written communication

Public affairs/Corporate comms

Change management knowledge

Project management

Team collaboration

Content development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS365

Photoshop

InDesign

Intranet CMS

Job description

Job Description

SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR

IT MAJOR PROGRAMS

Victoria or Vancouver Lower Mainland

24-month Term Certain

The opportunity

At BC Ferries, we sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC. As we embark on several major transformation initiatives that will shape the future of our organization, we’re seeking a Senior Communications Advisor to support upcoming IT major programs and play a key role in how we communicate important business priorities, transformation initiatives and organizational change to our employees.

This is an opportunity to work at the intersection of strategic communications, employee engagement and organizational change. You’ll partner with leaders and project teams across the organization to develop communications that help employees understand not only what is changing, but why it matters and how it impacts them.

Senior Communications Advisor – IT Major Programs

From developing communications strategies and plans to writing executive messaging, intranet content and company-wide communications, you'll work closely with program teams, business leaders, and key stakeholders across the organization to create impactful communication strategies that build employee awareness, readiness and adoption. You'll be a trusted advisor, helping leaders navigate change while ensuring communications are timely, clear and aligned with organizational objectives.

• HR Transformation Program;
• Asset Management Information Program;
• Website Digital Transformation Program;
• Enterprise Data Program;

The Role

Reporting to the Manager of Corporate Communications & Strategy, you add value and are energized by key areas of oversight such as:

• Developing and executing communications strategies and plans for company-wide/corporate and internal communications to support IT major programs
• Providing strategic advisory on corporate communications needs to senior leaders
• Creating engaging content for a variety of communications materials including communications strategies and plans, internal memos, intranet copy, presentations, reports, speeches, and correspondence
• Working independently and produces complicated, high-profile communications deliverables that require little revision
• Supporting organizational change management efforts that drive employee understanding, engagement and adoption
• Building strong relationships with leaders and stakeholders across the organization
• Utilizing your knowledge and application of communications concepts, strategies and technical skills to plan, execute and evaluate communications plans for internal and external audiences

What you bring to the team

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Affairs, Journalism, or a related discipline
• Certification or accreditation in Change Management or Change Communications is considered an asset
• 4-6 years of experience in Corporate Communications, Public Affairs, Strategic Internal Communications in a fast-paced environment
• 4-6 years of experience in research, writing and distribution of communications via internal channels (e.g. email, e-newsletter, intranet)
• 1-3 years of experience in content planning and project planning
• 1-3 years of experience in issues management, change management and change communications
• 1-3 years of experience in Microsoft Office Suite, MS365 and design tools (Photoshop and InDesign)
• 1-3 years of experience in supporting intranet content management systems
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and works collaboratively in a team environment
• Ability to translate technical material and terminology into plain language for employee audiences
• Ability to manage projects and assignments on deadline
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive information

What we offer

This is a regular full-time position with a target salary range of$83,500 - $104,300per annum.The starting salary isdeterminedbased on the successful candidate’s knowledge,experienceand internal equity.

Taking care of our employees is a top priority for us, and to do that, we offer benefits that help you stay healthy in all ways. Some of our great benefits include:

• Career development and learning opportunities
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
• Defined benefit Public Service Pension Plan
• Minimum four weeks’ vacation
• Hybrid work flexibility
• Wellness programs and employee discounts

"We sail to serve and connect the people and the coast of BC"

At BC Ferries, our people are at the heart of delivering safe and reliable service along1,600 kmof coastline. Every day, we connect communities and move tens of thousands of passengers and vehicles across our 25 routes through the dedication,expertiseand hard work of our teams. Guided by a shared commitment to safety, service,inclusionand local commitment, we offer meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and the chance to make a positive impact. Whether you work onboard our vessels, in our terminals or behind the scenes,you'llplayan important rolein connecting people, supporting communities, and keeping coastal BC moving.

We support employment equity and diversity in theworkplaceand encourage applications from all qualified individuals including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (LGBTQ2S+) and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.