Senior Communications Advisor, Social Media & Digital Marketing
BC Housing
Date: 12 hours ago
City: Burnaby, British Columbia
Contract type: Full time
Position Summary
SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR, SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING
Job ID: 6355
SHORT-TERM (APRX 1 YEAR)/FULL-TIME
Location: BURNABY, BC
To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.
THE ORGANIZATION
BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.
BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:
SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR, SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING:
($77,381.86 - $89,848.11 Annually)
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Social Media and Digital Marketing, the Senior Communications Advisor, Social Media and Digital Marketing is responsible for developing and implementing strategic communications strategies for BC Housing’s social media and digital marketing in support of BC Housing’s corporate objectives. He/she/they is a key contributor in building awareness of the Commission’s initiatives and providing guidance to improve digital content strategy, branding, and storytelling. The position collaborates with the Communication teams, ensuring that processes adhere to industry best standards and practices.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate will have the following:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
How to Apply:
Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. This information will be used as part of the selection process.
Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.
Please Review The Job Description Prior To Applying
(When there is a pop up asking if you wish to view only secure items, press no)
As part of the application process, you will be prompted to fill out a questionnaire which must be completed in order for your application to be considered. Please allot up to 5 minutes to fill it out after submitting your resume and cover letter as one single document.
Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted
If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers
At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .
We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.
Apply Now : www.bchousing.org/careers
Have questions/issues about the application process? Please see our FAQ’s for some useful information.
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SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR, SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING
Job ID: 6355
SHORT-TERM (APRX 1 YEAR)/FULL-TIME
Location: BURNABY, BC
To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.
- Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
- Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!
THE ORGANIZATION
BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.
Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.
BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:
- In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
- Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
- Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
- Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
- An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
- Participation in community and charitable events.
SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR, SOCIAL MEDIA & DIGITAL MARKETING:
($77,381.86 - $89,848.11 Annually)
Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Social Media and Digital Marketing, the Senior Communications Advisor, Social Media and Digital Marketing is responsible for developing and implementing strategic communications strategies for BC Housing’s social media and digital marketing in support of BC Housing’s corporate objectives. He/she/they is a key contributor in building awareness of the Commission’s initiatives and providing guidance to improve digital content strategy, branding, and storytelling. The position collaborates with the Communication teams, ensuring that processes adhere to industry best standards and practices.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate will have the following:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, digital communications, or other relevant discipline.
- Considerable experience in communications or marketing, working with social media and digital content for diverse communities.
- Considerable experience in an advisory role to other Communications staff, as well as in the public sector.
- or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer.
- Considerable knowledge and understanding of the philosophy, theories, and principles of the communications discipline.
- Considerable knowledge and understanding of best practices in social media and digital marketing.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Strong verbal, writing, editing, and presentation skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as a team player.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Ability to create and foster strong working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders in planning and implementing communication strategies, providing strategic communications advice, and facilitating problem-solving to manage issues, mitigate risks, and achieve results.
- Ability to apply principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in decision-making.
- Ability to create engaging content for social media, upholding best practices in accessibility.
- Ability to work with a wide variety of online social media platforms.
- Ability to use various design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Canva to develop a wide range of graphics and communications materials.
- Ability to provide strategic advice to senior leadership, management, and colleagues.
- Ability to work with a variety of partners and stakeholders, agencies, and contractors.
- Ability to provide strong team leadership on various projects and provide advice and counsel to other Communications staff in the performance of their duties.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressures, with scrupulous attention to detail.
- Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner and display a high degree of judgement, discretion, and decision-making ability.
- Ability to adapt to changes in the social media and digital marketing landscape, showcasing agility in response to evolving trends and technologies.
- Ability to work evenings and weekends as required.
How to Apply:
Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. This information will be used as part of the selection process.
Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.
Please Review The Job Description Prior To Applying
(When there is a pop up asking if you wish to view only secure items, press no)
As part of the application process, you will be prompted to fill out a questionnaire which must be completed in order for your application to be considered. Please allot up to 5 minutes to fill it out after submitting your resume and cover letter as one single document.
Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted
If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers
At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact [email protected] .
We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.
Apply Now : www.bchousing.org/careers
Have questions/issues about the application process? Please see our FAQ’s for some useful information.
Follow us on Facebook , Twitter + LinkedIn
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