Position Title: Manager, Communications and Public Affairs

Location: Branch Office (Burnaby)/Hybrid

Terms: Permanent; full-time

Start Date: November 2026

Salary Range: $60,000 - $75,000 per annum benefits

Work Schedule: 35 hours/week (typically Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:30)

As a salaried employee, there is a requirement for additional evening/weekend work for events; time off in lieu is allowed for these hours.

Nature &

• Scope The Lifesaving Society, BC &

• Yukon Branch is seeking an experienced Manager, Communications and Public Affairs to manage our communications initiatives and organize high-profile events that engage our communities to amplify our mission. We seek a dynamic, creative communicator with an eye for detail to share our story with key audiences in communities across BC &

• Yukon, including current and prospective Affiliate members, award holders, donors, government leaders, public health agencies, partners, and the general public. This position works as part of the Communications &

• Public Affairs team and receives project direction from the Senior Advisor, Communications &

• Public Affairs on assigned communications and public affairs initiatives.

About Us The Lifesaving Society is a charitable organization committed to the prevention of drowning and aquatic-related injury through water safety education. In addition to providing swim lessons, lifesaving courses, lifeguarding courses, and first aid/CPR training throughout BC and Yukon, the Society is a leader in offering expertise and guidance to ensure safe operation of any water-related setting through safety management services.





We offer a supportive, collaborative, and inclusive professional culture.

Key Responsibilities

· Manage Branch communications and event initiatives

· Develop annual communications and events plan

· Ensure consistency in our voice, brand, and key messages across all communication channels

· Manage email and social media platforms, including content creation and analytics

· Create and distribute digital newsletter

· Develop key messages and content for communications, reports, speaking notes, press releases, etc.

· Oversee creation of digital and print Branch documents, such as annual reports, posters, rack cards, workbooks, guides, etc., including writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design

· Update website content

· Manage logistical planning and coordination of various events and campaigns, such as Commonwealth Honour and Rescue Ceremony, National Drowning Prevention Week, AGM, fundraising events, etc.

· Assist with logistical planning and coordination of Lifesaving Sport & Competition events

· Event volunteer tracking and recognition

· Support Branch advocacy efforts

· Assist in scheduling media requests

· Supervise seasonal communications assistant





· Collaborate and communicate with various departments to maximize success

· Participate in Branch or National committees, advisory groups, or other working groups as required

· Provide reports and statistics on a regular basis

· Represent Lifesaving Society in a positive and qualified manner

Requirements

· 3-5 years experience in communications, public relations, and event management

· Post-secondary education in related field or equivalent work experience

· Outstanding interpersonal communications and ability to develop positive public relations with a diverse population

· Exceptional verbal & written English skills

· Strong writing, proofreading, editing, layout and design skills

· Demonstrated experience with planning and coordinating events

· Demonstrated experience managing workflows and compiling analytics/reports

· Proficiency in social media management (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok)

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, MailChimp, Canva, and Eventbrite

· WordPress website content management skills

· Graphic design skills and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite are assets

· Must be able to work flexible hours, evenings and weekends as needed

· Ability to travel to different event locations throughout BC and Yukon is required

· Knowledge of Lifesaving Society programs and/or aquatics industry an asset

· Successful candidates will be required to provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Reference Check/Vulnerable Sector Search issued no later than six (6) months preceding start date

📌 Manager, Communications and Public Affairs (Burnaby)
🏢 Lifesaving Society BC u0026amp; Yukon Branch
📍 Burnaby