SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST, MEDIA RELATIONS & ISSUES MANAGEMENT
Contract
SHORT-TERM (APRX 1 YEAR)/FULL-TIME

Location
BURNABY, BC

($72,479.17 - $83,518.06 Annually)

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.

Benefits

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.

Eligibility for benefits
Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status.

Position Summary
Reporting to the Manager, Media Relations and Issues Management, the Senior Communications Specialist, Media Relations and Issues Management implements strategic communications plans in support of BC Housing’s corporate objectives. He/she/they is a key contributor in sharing BC Housing’s story, helps build awareness of the Commission’s initiatives,



and provides support to BC Housing’s Executive, management and staff as issues emerge. The position is responsible for issues management, responding to media requests, proactively pitching stories to reporters, event planning, video production support and coordination, story writing and key message development and administrative support. The role also provides strategic communications support where needed to the larger team.

CANDIDATE PROFILE
The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Advanced diploma in communications, public engagement or other relevant fields.

Considerable progressive experience in communications planning, issues management, media relations, event management, stakeholder relations, and public engagement.

Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge and understanding of the philosophy, theories and principles of communications, specifically in the public sector environment

Considerable knowledge of the objectives, programs and best practices of strategic communications planning, media relations, issues management, events management, and stakeholder relations.

Proficient in the use of MS Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

Solid verbal, writing, editing and presentation skills

Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work independently and as a team player

Strong organizational and time-management skills





Ability to work closely with internal and external partners and stakeholders in implementing communication strategies, and facilitate problem-solving in achieving results

Ability to plan, coordinate and oversee the execution of a variety of events and announcements

Ability to write and prepare website content for both internal and external audiences

Ability to work effectively with social media platforms

Ability to analyze, problem-solve, mediate and mitigate difficult situations

Ability to build effective working relationships and work with a variety of partners, stakeholders, agencies and contractors

Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressures, with scrupulous attention to details

Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner while displaying a high degree of judgement, discretion, and decision-making ability

Ability to travel on Commission business as required.

Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required; after hours duties (on call) may be assigned as required.

Indigenous candidates are welcome to connect with an Indigenous team member in our organization to discuss the recruitment process and our workplace, please contact [email protected] to arrange a call.

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].

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📌 Senior Communications Specialist, Media Relations & Issues Management (British Columbia)
🏢 BC Housing
📍 British Columbia