Manager of Communications

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This employment opportunity is restricted to Government of Nunavut employees residing in Iqaluit only.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Director of Strategic Planning and Policy (Director), the Manager of Communications (Manager) is responsible for planning, implementing and managing the Office of the Languages Commissioner (OLC) communications, media relations, promotions and other activities. This position is also responsible for the OLC’s advertising and promotional campaigns, website, Facebook page, news releases, annual report, business plan, design communication tools and promotional materials to inform the public, raise public awareness of its roles and mandate, and increase the visibility of the OLC.

The incumbent works closely with the staff in developing coordinated communication strategies and advertising/promotional campaigns, and in writing briefing notes for OLC presentations to the Standing Committee and the Management and Services Board. The Manager is responsible for coordinating graphic design and translations and for the writing of the OLC publications. In addition, the Manager is responsible for maintaining the OLC’s ability to host the domain and subdomains.

This position has a direct impact on the public, including Inuit, English and French-speaking communities, Inuit and French organizations, territorial institutions, and key stakeholder organizations through the promotion of the OLC mandate, responsibilities and services.

Key Responsibilities

The Manager will develop, implement, review and coordinate all media relations that include responding to media inquiries, building relationships, developing press releases and media information packages. You must be able to provide strategic advice, assistance and support that ensures the Languages Commissioner and the Director’s communication approaches are coordinated and are of the highest standard.

This position manages the production and distribution of all publications as required. The Manager leads the planning and coordination of special events and meetings and provides leadership and guidance to staff in writing, editing, publication and production of reports, social media, and others.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a recognized University Degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism or related field with a minimum of three (3) years related experience. Experience with producing publications – from concept to development – is also required for this position. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, are a must. All communications must be prepared in a manner that is clear and direct and reflects thoroughness, impartiality, sensitivity and confidentiality. Superior analytical and problem-solving skills are required to assess issues, media products and communications messaging.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. The ability to speak and work in two or more of Nunavut’s official languages is required. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

As this is a term position for three (3) years, current indeterminate Government of Nunavut employees may be offered a competitive transfer assignment for the duration of the term if they are deemed to be the successful candidate, however, this is subject to managerial approval.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.