Strategic Communications & Events Manager

Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon Branch; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon Branch is seeking a Manager, Communications and Public Affairs to lead communications initiatives and organize high-profile events that engage communities across BC & Yukon. You will work with Affiliate members, donors, government partners, and the public to amplify our mission.

As a salaried role, you will develop annual plans, ensure consistent messaging, manage digital content, and supervise a seasonal assistant.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in communications, public relations, and event management
• Post-secondary education in related field or equivalent work experience
• Outstanding interpersonal communications and ability to develop positive public relations with a diverse population
• Exceptional verbal & written English skills
• Strong writing, proofreading, editing, layout and design skills
• Demonstrated experience with planning and coordinating events
• Demonstrated experience managing workflows and compiling analytics/reports
• Proficiency in social media management (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok)

Responsibilities

• Manage Branch communications and event initiatives
• Develop annual communications and events plan
• Ensure consistency in voice, brand, and key messages across all channels
• Manage email and social media platforms, including content creation and analytics
• Create and distribute digital newsletter
• Develop key messages and content for communications, reports, speaking notes, press releases, etc.
• Oversee creation of digital and print Branch documents, such as annual reports, posters, rack cards, workbooks, guides, etc., including writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design
• Manage logistical planning and coordination of various events and campaigns
• Assist with logistical planning and coordination of Lifesaving Sport & Competition events
• Event volunteer tracking and recognition
• Support Branch advocacy efforts
• Supervise seasonal communications assistant
• Collaborate with departments to maximize success
• Participate in Branch or National committees and working groups
• Provide reports and statistics on a regular basis
• Represent Lifesaving Society professionally

Skills

Communications

Public relations

Event management

Interpersonal skills

English writing

Education

Post-secondary education in communications/public relations

Tools

MailChimp

Canva

Eventbrite

WordPress

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon Branch is seeking a Manager, Communications and Public Affairs to lead communications initiatives and organize high-profile events that engage communities across BC & Yukon. You will work with Affiliate members, donors, government partners, and the public to amplify our mission.

As a salaried role, you will develop annual plans, ensure consistent messaging, manage digital content, and supervise a seasonal assistant.