Communications and Engagement Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Create, edit, and design newsletters, blog entries, social media content, press releases, and reports.

• Oversee and refresh the organization’s website and digital platforms.

• Coordinate photography, videography, and other multimedia production efforts.

• Design and execute integrated communications and engagement plans that align with organizational priorities.

• Lead editorial planning to transform organizational objectives into a strategic narrative and relevant content.

• Ensure that communications are consistent with brand guidelines, tone, and key messages across digital, print, and in-person channels.

• Provide guidance to project leads on communication and engagement strategies tailored to specific project needs.

• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance, diversify, and fortify engagement within SI Canada’s network.

• Establish and maintain relationships with practitioners, organizations, thought leaders, media, partners, and community stakeholders.

• Direct network communications and engagement initiatives, including newsletters and targeted outreach efforts.

• Organize and assist in outreach activities, consultations, and both in-person and virtual events.

• Collect and disseminate feedback from partners, participants, and community members.

• Assist in drafting and distributing media releases, background materials, and opinion pieces.

• Monitor media coverage and compile reach and engagement reports.

• Track, analyze, and report on communications and engagement metrics.

• Utilize insights to modify strategies and enhance impact.

• Report directly to the Interim CEO.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing, journalism, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 5-7+ years of progressive experience in communications, public engagement, or related fields.

• Proven track record in developing and executing integrated communications and engagement strategies.

• Outstanding writing, editing, and storytelling abilities for varied audiences and channels.

• Proficient in website content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and social media platforms.

• Experience in producing and managing visual content using tools like Canva or Adobe Creative Suite.

• Established ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with media, partners, and community stakeholders.

• Strong project management capabilities, with the capacity to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.

• Experience in tracking and analyzing communications and engagement metrics to guide strategies.

• Familiarity with Google Workspace; knowledge of CRM systems is a plus.

• Strong passion for social change and innovation.

• Ability to work remotely as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

• High degree of adaptability and flexibility.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Applicants must reside in and be legally eligible to work in Canada.

🏝️ Benefits

• Eligible for benefits following the probation period.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Competitive time off policy, offering generous vacation, sick leave, and personal time to promote work-life balance.

• Accommodation requests for interviews are welcomed.

• Honorarium provided for a round of short written tasks or ‘homework’, if part of the hiring process.