Senior Marketing Communications Lead

Work With Us; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Senior Marketing Communications Lead in Vancouver. This pivotal role involves managing design and branding initiatives while mentoring junior staff. Responsibilities include strategic planning, content development, and ensuring brand consistency across platforms. Ideal candidates will have a background in communications or design, with strong visual design skills and the ability to lead marketing campaigns effectively.

Benefits

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Wellness Days

Employer paid benefits plan

GIC / RSP matched savings

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a mid- to senior-level communications or design role.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-level design and branding initiatives.
• Oversee content development and marketing workflows.
• Mentor junior staff and shape visual identity.

Skills

Creative Analytical

Highly Organized

Goal-Oriented

Strong Communicator

Team Player

Culturally Competent

Education

Diploma or degree in communications, marketing, design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Canva

Job description

Job Summary :

The Senior Marketing Communications Lead plays a key leadership role within the IRSSS Communications department bridging the gap between management and the Junior Brand Specialist. The role requires the SMCL to be versatile self-driven professional with exceptional graphic design capabilities outstanding organizational skills and a critically strategic thinker.

The SMCL will be responsible for managing high-level design and branding initiatives content development marketing workflows campaign execution and ensuring quality control across all communication materials. As a senior team member you will also provide mentorship support department planning and assist in shaping the public-facing voice and visual identity of IRSSS. The role of the SMCL is demanding and rewarding role with high capacity to juggle diverse tasks meeting tight deadlines and delivering results in a highly collaborative hybrid working environment.

KEY ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Planning Project Management

with the Communications Manager to develop and execute strategic marketing plans and content calendars.

medium-scale marketing projects and multi-channel campaigns.

timelines priorities and workflows to ensure seamless execution across design web print and digital platforms.

regular updates and performance reports to department leadership.

Design Brand Stewardship

as the departments lead graphic designer and visual storyteller.

high-quality visual content including reports brochures signage web and social graphics and presentations.

consistent application of brand identity tone and messaging across all internal and external materials.

junior staff and other departments with design requests while maintaining brand quality.

Content Development Oversight

review and edit compelling content across platforms : newsletters web blog posts social media scripts and internal communications.

complex ideas into accessible and audience-appropriate formats.

editorial accuracy clarity and cultural sensitivity.

community engagement and monitor trends across digital channels.

and support junior staff in content scheduling moderation and engagement analytics.

with channel optimization strategies and audience targeting.

as a liaison between MarCom and internal departments ensuring marketing communications needs are met in a timely and professional manner.

creative leadership in the development of fundraising awareness and event materials.

the MarCom team in meetings as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGESKILLS and ATTRIBUTES

• Creative Analytical : Strong visual design skills and the ability to interpret data to inform content and campaign decisions.
• Highly Organized : Can manage multiple tasks and timelines without missing details.
• Goaal-Oriented : Delivers high-quality work on time with minimal supervision.
• Strong Communicator : Polished writing and interpersonal skills; ability to translate feedback into clear action.
• Team Player : Supports team cohesion motivates others and is open to collaborative feedback.
• Culturally Competent : Demonstrates respect and understanding of Indigenous cultures protocols and communities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Diploma or degree in communications marketing design or related fieldor equivalent combination of training and experience.
• 3 years of experience in a mid- to senior-level communications or design role.
• Proven track record of managing marketing campaigns and leading content production.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Illustrator Photoshop); Figma and Canva experience is a bonus.
• Strong writing editing and proofreading skills.
• Experience managing creative workflows brand compliance and asset libraries.
• Familiarity with content / asset management systems email marketing platforms and social scheduling tools.
• Previous work in Indigenous organizations or non-profit sectors is a strong asset.
• Basic video editing and photography experience is a strong asset.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to maintain attention to detail while managing multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal with the ability to interact effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive financial information with discretion.
• Have a positive and professional attitude and possess a valid drivers license.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proven ability to establish rapport with people of all educational and occupational backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain a healthy working relationship with staff community representatives / members and representatives of other organizations. Including collaboration with other IRSSS programs and staff as required.
• Maintain the confidentiality guidelines of all records materials and communications concerning clients staff and IRSSS.

We strongly encourage applications from and prioritize hiring people from diverse backgrounds and experiences including applicants with lived experience Indigenous people racialized people and 2SLGBTQIA peoples. We encourage though dont require applicants of these identities to indicate this on their cover letter.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Term : Full-time Position

Salary : $70000.00- $75000.00 to start and dependent on experience.

Benefits : Annual Leave Sick Leave Wellness Days; after 90 days - Employer paid benefits plan and GIC / RSP matched savings.

Status : Hybrid position combination of office and remote work to right candidate

Deadline : Until filled with a qualified candidate.

We offer a great place to do your best work :

We believe in providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our team members. As a Wellness Worker with the IRSSS you can expect :

• Competitive base salary and full benefits including dental health disability and life insurance.
• 8 annual personal wellness days and 3 annual cultural days to honor your well-being and heritage.
• Retirement savings matching supporting your financial well-being.
• Flexible work arrangements with the opportunity to travel throughout the province.
• The opportunity to be part of a purpose-driven organization making a difference in the lives of Indigenous people.

Come work with us!

If you are inspired by our mission and values and feel that you align with this role we encourage you to take the first step towards making a positive impact and submit an application on the website link Work For Us on

If this opportunity isnt for you but you know someone who would be a perfect fit please feel free to share this posting with them. We believe that great people recognize great people!

We would love for our successful candidate to be of First Nations ancestry but we are a proudly diverse organization and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to accordance with S. 41 of the BC Human Rights Code preference may be given to applicants of aboriginal ancestry.

Required Experience :

Senior IC

Key Skills

Internal Control,Accounting And Auditing,Accounts Handling,General Services,Elevator,Brand

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 70000 - 75000

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