Strategic Communications Manager

Bridge Research Consortium; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A research consortium in Metro Vancouver is seeking a Strategic Communications Manager to implement and enhance its communications strategy. The successful candidate will work closely with various teams to create engaging content, translating complex scientific research for diverse audiences. A minimum of 5 years experience in strategic communications, strong writing skills, and knowledge of health equity is required. The role offers a hybrid work environment with flexible arrangements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in strategic communications in relevant settings.
• Proven multi-channel communication management.
• Strong storytelling and editing skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation of the communications strategy.
• Translate complex research to accessible narratives.
• Collaborate on content and campaigns with teams.

Skills

Strategic communications

Writing and editing

Health equity knowledge

Multimedia skills

Job description

Description

Reports to : Dr. Kelley Lee, Co-Director, BRC

Hours : Full-time (35 hours / week)

Salary range : $85,000–$90,000 CAD per year (until February 2028)

Location : Simon Fraser University, Burnaby campus

Dates : August 2025–February 2028

ABOUT THE BRIDGE RESEARCH CONSORTIUM

The Bridge Research Consortium (BRC) was formed in 2024 to strengthen Canada’s pandemic readiness by helping to build a domestic therapeutic pipeline and immunization system that embeds public trust and equitable access into scientific innovation, policy development, and operational readiness. As a unique academic consortium of social sciences and humanities scholars, working with scientists, healthcare workers, and other varied partners and collaborators across Canada and the world, the BRC enhances understanding of the social and behavioural factors associated with the uptake of new vaccines and immunotherapies.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The BRC is seeking a Strategic Communications Manager to lead the implementation of our organizational communications strategy and Theory of Change framework. As a central figure in our transdisciplinary and impact-driven initiative, the successful candidate will work closely with the Scientific Co-Directors, Project and Operations Manager, Knowledge Mobilization Lead, and BRC Lead Scholars and their teams to advance and amplify the BRC’s research, training, and knowledge mobilization activities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads the execution of BRC’s communications strategy across digital, print, and in-person channels.

In coordination with the KMb team, translates and distills complex scientific research into accessible and engaging narratives and communication outputs for diverse audiences, including policymakers, researchers, public health and healthcare workers, community partners, and the public.

Ensure all communications align with our Communications Strategy, Theory of Change to advance project workstreams, and fulfill the BRC’s mandate.

Manages messaging consistency and tone across external platforms (including the website, social media, reports, media materials).

Collaborates with internal teams (Scientific Co-Directors, Project and Operations Manager, Knowledge Mobilization Team, BRC Lead Scholars and other BRC members) to develop content, campaigns, and communication tools.

Coordinates media engagement, media releases, event promotion, and other strategic communications in consultation with the KMb team and relevant collaborators and partners as needed.

Develops analytics reports to assess the reach and impact of communication efforts, adjusting strategies as needed and in coordination with the KMb evaluation frameworks.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in strategic communications, preferably in research, healthcare, nonprofit, academic or research institutions or public sector settings.

Proven ability to manage multi-channel communication channels.

Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills with experience translating scientific or technical content.

Knowledge of health equity, biomedical research, or science communication is essential

Familiarity with theories, principles, and practices of current strategic and risk communications.

Experience aligning communications with a Theory of Change or impact framework is preferred.

Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic national environment and demonstrate a high level of tact, diplomacy, and discretion.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Background or interest in immunology, vaccine policy, pandemic preparedness and response.

Visual design or multimedia skills (e.g., Canva, Adobe Suite, video editing, etc.).

Experience in stakeholder or community engagement and culturally responsive communication practices.

French language skills preferred.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND FLEXIBILITY

The role can be hybrid, requiring 3 days a week at our Burnaby office, with periodic in-person meetings in Burnaby and Vancouver, B.C., or at national events.

Flexibility is needed to accommodate time zones.

Flexibility is provided for caregiving responsibilities and accessibility needs.

Occasional travel may be required (e.g., conferences, workshops, stakeholder engagement activities).

HOW TO APPLY

At the Bridge Research Consortium, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff, and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to SFU as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY

Simon Fraser University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified persons, including visible minorities, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, and LGTBQ-identified persons. Located on unceded Coast Salish Territory — the traditional territories of the səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh), kʷikʷəƛ̓əm (Kwikwetlem), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish) and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations, SFU is actively building an increasingly diverse and inclusive community.