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Director of Communications

Business + Higher Education Roundtable, Non-profit Organization, Canada

Business + Higher Education Roundtable (BHER) is a leading organization in Canada that fosters collaborations between top companies and post-secondary institutions. Our mission is to create opportunities for students and workers, drive innovation, and contribute to building a more inclusive economy. At BHER, we value authenticity, impact, and collaboration within our team. We are currently seeking a dynamic individual to fill the role of Director of Communications.

As the Director of Communications at BHER, you will play a pivotal role in shaping our brand identity, expanding our outreach, and connecting with diverse audiences across Canada. Reporting directly to the VP of Corporate Services, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of communications strategy execution. This includes translating BHER's voice and values into compelling messaging, visuals, and tactics that elevate awareness and credibility. You will collaborate closely with the executive team on brand strategy alignment while managing a growing communications team.

Your key responsibilities will encompass various areas such as content development across multiple platforms, maintaining design standards for brand consistency, engaging with media outlets proactively and reactively, fostering stakeholder relationships, supervising team members including providing mentorship for professional growth. Ideal candidates should possess at least 8 years of experience in communications or related fields with a strong portfolio demonstrating storytelling skills across different formats. Proficiency in managing timelines effectively while maintaining quality work output is essential.

If you are a collaborative individual with exceptional storytelling abilities looking to make an impact in a mission-driven organization like BHER, we encourage you to apply for this position. While bilingualism (English/French) is considered an asset along with familiarity in Canadian skills landscape; it is not mandatory. We offer competitive salaries ranging from $116,280 - $159,120 depending on experience along with comprehensive benefits packages and flexible remote work options from anywhere in Canada. Join us at BHER where your contributions will help shape the future of education-industry collaborations towards building a stronger economy for all Canadians.

To apply for this exciting opportunity as Director of Communications at BHER please send your resume along with a brief cover letter to careers@bher.ca. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply as we believe that great talent comes from various paths within Canada's richly diverse communities.

Key Job Requirements:
  • 8+ years experience in communications
  • marketing
  • public affairs
  • Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills
  • Experience in brand management or organizational rebranding
  • Familiarity with digital platforms
Key Job Responsibilities:
  • Translate BHER’s voice and values into clear messaging, visuals, and tactics
  • Lead the development and delivery of content across platforms
  • Manage proactive and reactive media outreach
  • Supervise one direct report (Communications Coordinator)
Skills:
  • Content design
  • Media engagement
  • Digital storytelling
  • Brand management
  • Analytics tools

Seniority Level: Senior Level

  • Director

Job Functions: Communications

  • Marketing
  • Public Affairs

Industries : Non-profit Organization

  • Government
  • Agency

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