Strategic Communications Advisor

UBC The University of British Columbia; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Communications Advisor to coordinate and implement communication plans across the VP Finance & Operations portfolio, supporting departmental communications, change management and engagement, with a focus on staff, students, and faculty.

You will provide editorial guidance, ensure brand consistency, manage editorial calendars, and collaborate with HR and other teams to deliver timely, audience‑centered content across websites and newsletters,

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Minimum five years of related communications experience.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Experience applying digital and print communications strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develops and executes communication and engagement plans aligned with VPFO priorities.
• Writes, edits, and reviews content for multiple channels and audiences.
• Plans integrated editorial calendars across VPFO channels.
• Supports organizational change through effective communication practices.
• Coordinates with subject matter experts, editors, designers, and vendors.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Content strategy

Editorial writing

Change management

Public communications

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Tools

Asana

Job description

The University of British Columbia is seeking a Communications Advisor to coordinate and implement communication plans across the VP Finance & Operations portfolio, supporting departmental communications, change management and engagement, with a focus on staff, students, and faculty.

You will provide editorial guidance, ensure brand consistency, manage editorial calendars, and collaborate with HR and other teams to deliver timely, audience‑centered content across websites and newsletters,