Location: Creston, British Columbia (hybrid) and/or Remote, depending on candidate location

Job type: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Wage range: $34.00-$44.00/hour, depending on individual education, qualifications, and experience.

Reports to: Communications & Engagement Lead Lead the stories that shape communities. Build the relationships that create change.

At Your Wayfinders Management

Solutions, we believe great communication goes beyond sharing information—it builds trust, strengthens communities, and helps people make better decisions. We're looking for a Senior Communications & Engagement Specialist to take the lead on our most complex, high-profile projects, setting the standard for strategy, storytelling, and engagement while mentoring the specialists and coordinators around them. If you're a seasoned communicator who thrives on ownership, enjoys coaching others, and wants to shape how we show up for clients and communities across British Columbia, we'd love to meet you.

About Your

Wayfinders

Your Wayfinders provides strategic advisory and project delivery services that help organizations navigate complexity and turn ideas into action, working with Indigenous Nations, governments, non-profits, industry, and communities throughout Western Canada. Our team specializes in:

Strategic Advisory

Project Leadership & Delivery

Communications & Engagement

Organizational Development

Governance & Continuous Improvement

Human Resources

Indigenous Relations We believe successful projects begin with authentic relationships, thoughtful communication, and a genuine commitment to listening before leading. As our company grows, so do the opportunities for our team — we create space for people to expand their skills, lead projects, and shape our organization's future. What You'll Be Doing

As Senior Communications & Engagement Specialist, you'll oversee planning, development, and execution of communications and engagement strategies for complex, multi-interest-holder projects, often serving as Project Lead for specialists, coordinators, and contractors. Client & Interest-Holder Leadership

Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for key and complex client accounts

Build and maintain senior-level relationships with clients, Indigenous Nations, government representatives, and community partners

Set communication standards and provide first-line quality review of junior team members' work

Lead copywriting, editing, and formatting of complex deliverables and high-profile client-facing materials Community Engagement

Lead planning, coordination, and delivery of complex or high-profile community engagement activities

Oversee logistics for workshops, open houses, and community events, representing the organization at these events

Facilitate workshops, focus groups, and public engagement activities, including higher-risk sessions

Lead preparation of engagement reports and consultation records, ensuring accuracy and defensibility Strategic Communications & Storytelling

Lead development of communication plans, messaging frameworks, and content strategies

Craft and refine messaging that communicates impact and resonates with diverse audiences

Set the standard for quality and tone across web, newsletters, social media, and client communications

Advise leadership on presentations, reports, and talking points for high-stakes audiences Digital Engagement & Design





Guide execution of social media content and content calendars across assigned projects

Design visually compelling reports, infographics, and presentations using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite

Translate complex or technical information into clear, audience-appropriate visuals Mentorship & Team Leadership

Provide day-to-day guidance, coaching, and quality review to project team members and contractors

Contribute to resourcing, workload planning, and process improvements

Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture We're Looking for Someone Who...

You've built a career on strong communications and engagement fundamentals and are ready to lead, setting strategy, mentoring others, and owning outcomes on complex projects. You'll likely be successful if you have:

7–10 years of experience in communications, marketing, or engagement, including leading strategic programs independently

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, Business, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, Community Development, or a related discipline (an equivalent combination of education, professional training, and progressively responsible experience may be considered)

Demonstrated experience leading communication strategy and content plans for complex, multi-interest-holder projects

Experience mentoring, coaching, or supervising junior communications staff or contractors A strong understanding of inclusive communication practices, accessibility, and culturally appropriate engagement

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging senior client and community representatives

Training or certification in IAP2 engagement practices, OCAP, or GBA+ is considered a strong asset, as is experience with Indigenous Nations, local governments, or public consultation processes.

Tools

You'll Use

We're looking for someone comfortable working with many of the following:

Microsoft 365 and SharePoint

Canva and Adobe Creative Suite

WordPress

Mailchimp

Social media management platforms

Microsoft Teams

Smartsheet Travel

Most work can be completed from our Creston office, your home office, or a hybrid arrangement. Because we work directly with communities and clients across BC, occasional travel (approximately 15–25%) is part of this role, including community meetings and occasional overnight travel within Western Canada.

Why Join Your

Wayfinders?

We're building more than a consulting company — a workplace where talented people can do meaningful work, keep learning, and grow their careers.

Meaningful Work — help organizations and communities tackle important challenges

Leadership & Growth — expand your scope, mentor others, and build toward more formal leadership over time

Competitive Compensation — a wage band that reflects your seniority, with room to grow as you take on more

Flexibility — flexible hybrid and remote work arrangements that support both our clients and our team





Collaboration — join a supportive team that shares knowledge and genuinely enjoys working together

Diverse Experience — gain experience across multiple sectors, clients, and communities rather than a single brand Total Compensation & Benefits

Along with a competitive wage, our total compensation and advantages package includes: From Your Start Date

Birthday Bonus – a paid day off each year to celebrate you

Hybrid work model – blends remote work with in-office days as needed

Family-friendly schedule – semi-flexible to fit your availability and commitments

Company-provided technology and equipment – for a comfortable, productive remote setup

Employee-focused initiatives – programs that boost morale, engagement, and productivity After 3 Months

Enrollment in our group health and dental benefits, supporting physical and mental well-being. After 6 Months

Increasing paid time off (PTO), starting at 2 weeks and growing with tenure

Use 10% of paid work hours for approved professional training and development

Education support or tuition reimbursement for approved career growth activities

Eligibility for discretionary bonuses for meeting personal or team targets

Approved leave and earned time off for personal pursuits, travel, or passion projects After 1 Year

Paid wellness days off, supporting wellbeing and work-life balance. Our Culture

We're looking for someone who shares our values.

At Your

Wayfinders, we strive to be:

Curious and always learning

Authentic and relationship-focused

Respectful and inclusive

Accountable and dependable

Adaptable and solutions-oriented

Collaborative and supportive If that sounds like you, you'll fit right in. Don't Check Every Box?

That's okay. Research shows many qualified candidates, particularly women and members of underrepresented groups, are less likely to apply unless they meet nearly every qualification. If you're excited about this role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. We'd love to learn more about your unique experience and what you could bring to our team.

How To

Apply

Application: Send us your resume, cover letter, and any requested portfolio examples. You'll receive a confirmation once received.

Screening & Interview: A team member reviews every application. If your background fits, we'll follow up to schedule a conversation, virtually or in person.

References & Offer: For our top candidate(s), we'll request references before extending an offer, keeping the process timely and communicative. Ready to Make an Impact?

Send us your resume, 2–3 relevant portfolio or work examples, and a cover letter telling us your story and why you're interested in joining Your Wayfinders.

Email: [email protected]

Subject Line: Senior Communications & Engagement Specialist Applications will be reviewed as they're received, and the posting will remain open until the position is filled. Commitment to Equity

Your Wayfinders Management Solutions Ltd. is committed to employment equity, inclusion, and building a diverse workforce representative of the clients and the many communities we serve. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, persons of diverse sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression (2SLGBTQIA+), and others who reflect our ever-changing workplace and clientele.

📌 Senior Communications & Engagement Specialist (Creston)
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