Strategic External Relations & Partnerships Lead

Socket.dev; Regina; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The John Howard Society of Saskatchewan seeks an External Relations Director to lead communications, program design and community outreach across the province. Under the CEO, you will drive strategy, build partnerships, and coordinate fundraising and reporting efforts.

Ideal candidates bring strong writing/editing skills, stakeholder engagement experience, and a track record of leading cross‑functional teams in a nonprofit setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Human Services, Justice Studies, Indigenous Studies, or related field; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Lead external relations strategy aligned with JHSS’s mission, vision, and values.
• Grow a team responsible for communications, program design/development, community outreach, external reporting, and fundraising.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Communications strategy

Writing & editing

Team leadership

Media relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Communications or related field

Tools

Websites

Social media

Databases

Microsoft Office

Job description

The John Howard Society of Saskatchewan seeks an External Relations Director to lead communications, program design and community outreach across the province. Under the CEO, you will drive strategy, build partnerships, and coordinate fundraising and reporting efforts.

Ideal candidates bring strong writing/editing skills, stakeholder engagement experience, and a track record of leading cross‑functional teams in a nonprofit setting.