Posted Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 4:00 AMAre you looking for more than a job? At World Vision Canada we offer challenging careers that change the lives of children all over the world and it will change yours too. Come and be part of a team of 400 Canadians with a vision for the world: Life in all its fullness for every child.You will experience Christian faith in action helping to make real and lasting change in the lives of the world's most vulnerable children. Join the World Vision Canada team and be part of a powerful and effective force for good:For Children. For Change. For Life.Position:Director, Strategic CommunicationsReports to:Director, Public Affairs and VoicePosition Term:Full Time PermanentPrimary Location:Workplace Type:Hybrid (GTA or Ottawa preferred)Job PurposeThis role leads and operationalizes World Vision Canada's strategic communications approach, serving as the primary editorial steward of its public voice and personally shaping clear, compelling messaging that establishes us as a bold and hopeful Christian voice for children.Operating within Public Affairs & Voice, the role works in close partnership with Brand & Marketing, Programs & Partnerships, and the President's Office to align messaging, shape public engagement and strengthen World Vision Canada's visibility and credibility in public conversations.This is a highly hands-on role requiring exceptional writing, editing and editorial judgement.The role combines strategic leadership and hands-on editorial ownership, co-developing and stewarding narrative guardrails to guide World Vision Canada's public voice across the organization, and shaping how that voice is expressed across campaigns, earned media, and leadership communications. This complements Brand & Marketing's leadership of campaign execution, content, and creative.ResponsibilitiesAct as the primary editorial steward of World Vision Canada's public voice, ensuring clarity, consistency, and quality in high-profile communicationsPartner with advocacy, policy, and program teams to shape clear, compelling public positioningPersonally develop core messaging that guides communications across the organizationLead the direct writing and editing of key external communications, including executive voice, thought leadership, op-eds, speeches, narrative frameworks, and rapid response messagingWork upstream of campaigns to shape top-line messaging and positioning, in close partnership with Brand & Marketing, who lead creative development and executionRefine and operationalize an integrated communications approach across the organizationEarned Media & Thought LeadershipSet an earned media strategy for thought leadership,



public positioning and issue engagementDefine core narrative and messaging that underpin media engagementShape thought leadership, including op-eds, commentary and media positioningPartner closely with Media Relations to translate strategy into media outreach, pitching and coverageCo-develop and shape execution of CEO and senior leadership visibility in public conversations aligned with World Vision Canada's prioritiesAdvise on messaging for external leadership communications and public engagementEnsure consistency and clarity of voice across external leadership communicationsRapid Response & Issues EngagementDefine and guide prioritization of public engagement, identifying where World Vision Canada should lead, respond, or remain silentSet direction for rapid response to emerging issues and media opportunities, with execution led by Media Relations within established frameworks and guardrailsProvide senior-level judgment on positioning in complex or high-risk public moments, in coordination with senior leadershipCoordinate aligned responses across teamsSystems & PerformanceBuild and strengthen communications systems, including messaging frameworks and rapid-response protocolsCo-develop and track performance indicators related to share of voice, message pull-through in public discourse and understanding of World Vision CanadaQualificationsUniversity degree in communications, public affairs, journalism, public policy, or related field8-10+ years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, media, or related rolesStrong experience in earned media, thought leadership, and public positioningExperience working in complex organizations with multiple stakeholdersFamiliarity with international development, humanitarian issues, or public policy environments preferredCritical Skills:Strong strategic thinking with ability to translate priorities into actionable communications plansExcellent judgment on messaging, positioning, and public engagementExceptional writing and editorial ability, with demonstrated experience producing clear, compelling content for public audiences under tight timelinesAbility to simplify complex issues into clear, credible,



and actionable messaging for public audiencesAbility to operate both strategically and hands-on in a fast-paced environmentStrong collaboration and influencing skills across teamsAbility to manage competing priorities and respond quickly to emerging issuesStrong understanding of media dynamics and public discourseWorking Conditions:Occasional domestic travel may be requiredWhy Consider UsOur competitive compensation & advantages include:Health Spending AccountUp to 6% matched pension contributionsParental leave top-upGenerous paid vacation, sick days, wellness and personal daysOffice closed extra days before long weekends (6x/year)World Vision Canada has consistently been awarded Canada and GTA top employer awards.We are Canada's largest development, relief, and advocacy non-profit organization.This is a current vacancy that we are actively recruiting for. The salary range represents the expected compensation for this role and is provided in accordance with Ontario's pay transparency requirements under the Employment Standards Act.Placement within the range will be determined based on relevant skills, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. The final offer will reflect the successful candidate's background and demonstrated capabilities.#LI-HybridWe bring life-saving support in times of disaster. We help poor communities to take charge of their futures. We provide small loans and training that boost family livelihoods. We work with policy makers to change the way the world is run. Our Christian faith teaches us that every child, regardless of gender, faith or race, is a precious gift to the entire world - and that their wellbeing concerns us all. We shall never rest while children suffer in situations that can be changed.Our Core Values: We are committed to the Poor. We are Christian. We are Stewards. We value People. We are Partners. We are Responsive.Qualified candidates must be able to demonstrate a commitment to the core values and mission of the World Vision partnership.World Vision Canada takes our Safeguarding responsibilities seriously and we provide an environment that is safe for our child and adult beneficiaries. We have strong recruitment procedures to make sure the safest and most suitable people work with the children in our programs. We provide our staff and volunteers with ongoing supervision, support and training in their work with child and adult beneficiaries.World Vision Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.Thank you for your interest; however only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Strategic Communications (Mississauga)
🏢 World Vision Canada
📍 Mississauga