Senior Communications Associate

Edmonton, ABPosted 2 weeks ago

Full timehybridsenior

Job Description

This competition is open to all applicants however; internal candidates and applicants who were former employees of the University of Alberta will be given priority consideration before external candidates. Please log in to verify your internal candidate status.

This competition may be used to fill multiple positions.

This position has a term length of 2 years, with the possibility of extension.

Location - This role is hybrid with a mix of remote and in-person work at North Campus Edmonton and Enterprise Square.

Reporting to the Partner, Communications and Marketing, the Senior Communications Associate plays a key role in advancing the department or faculty’s brand and reputation through strategic communications associated with executive teams and high-profile projects across the university. The position is accountable for communications strategy development, projects and initiatives, and the research, conceptualization and writing of communications strategies and other materials.

The Senior Communications Associate manages quick deliverables and anticipates and addresses long-term strategic opportunities and issues. Coordination of resources, project management and quality control is necessary across marketing and communications units.

Communications and Marketing Planning: Under the leadership of the Sr. Partner, Manager or Partner, will develop and prioritize communication and marketing strategies and tactics.
Develops a strong understanding of the needs and strategic priorities of the university.
Responsible for advancing the university’s brand and reputation through the planning and writing of audience-centric, research-based communications and marketing deliverables for university leadership and project leads.
Reviews content to ensure compliance with target outcomes, university strategic priorities and integrated marketing and communications strategy.
Works collaboratively with colleagues across the university to ensure consistency and coordination of messaging, planning and process.

A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
Possesses at least 5-7 years progressive communications and marketing experience within a complex, multi-collaborator organization, preferably post-secondary education.
Demonstrated excellence developing and executing complex communications and marketing
strategies.
Experience in creating strategic content for a wide-range of audiences across multiple formats.
Excellent research skills, able to translate complex ideas and strategies into compelling speeches, reports and other forms of messaging and storytelling.
Ability to translate strategic priorities into actionable communications and marketing plans.
Strong interpersonal skills, with proven abilities to coordinate team efforts across all levels.
Able to operate at both the strategic and tactical level.
Experience within a complex, multi-collaborator organization.
Able to balance competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Able to identify target audience preferences and build content to meet them.
Experience in project management, negotiation and collaborator relations.
High degree of professionalism and judgment.
Diplomatic, flexible, collaborative advisor

Application Instructions

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This position is subject to all applicable terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Governors of the University of Alberta and the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package.

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all FirstPeoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. Learn more.

At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of belonging and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.

The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

L’Université de l’Alberta s’engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes de toute orientation sexuelle ou identité et expression de genre; et toutes les personnes qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.