- Develop and lead integrated media, public affairs, and corporate communications strategies- Manage media relations, journalist and media outlet relationships, media liaison and spokesperson activities- Create media briefs, talking points, speeches, op-eds, executive correspondence, and stakeholder communications- Position organizational leaders as thought leaders and subject matter experts- Lead crisis communications and issues management, including crisis frameworks, response plans, and rapid response strategies- Advise senior leadership on reputation management, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, and sensitive communications- Assess and mitigate reputational risks with internal stakeholders- Ensure consistent messaging across communication channels and departments- Lead, coach, and develop team members through performance management, goal setting, professional development, engagement initiatives, and workload planning- Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, and equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives- Lead and support strategic partnerships, special projects, priority initiatives, and other assigned projects- Report to the Chief External Affairs and Communications OfficerRequirements- Post-secondary degree or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience- Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, with a focus on media relations, content development, and executive and/or corporate communications- Demonstrated experience in media relations, executive communications, and developing high-quality content across multiple platforms, including speeches, op-eds, social media, and newsletters- Experience working collaboratively and independently- Experience leading or supervising staff, including coaching,



feedback, and career development support- Bilingualism in English and French is required- Candidates must successfully pass all required security clearances- Knowledge of Indigenous languages is considered an asset- Experience with and/or knowledge of Indigenous cultures within Canada is considered an asset- Experience working in or with the non-profit or charitable sector is considered an asset#- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills- Strong knowledge of internal and external communications practices, including brand management, digital communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement- Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills- Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, adaptability, and judgment skillsCore CompetenciesDemonstrates expertise in developing and leading integrated media and corporate communications strategies, with a strong focus on media relations, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement. Proficient in creating high-quality content and managing team performance while ensuring consistent messaging across various communication channels.Highest-signal resume keywords- Media Relations- Crisis Communications- Executive Communications- Bilingualism in English and French- Stakeholder EngagementHard Skills- Content Development- Public Affairs Strategy- Reputation Management- Project Management- Performance ManagementSoft Skills- Exceptional Written Communication- Exceptional Verbal Communication- Interpersonal Skills- Critical Thinking- Problem-SolvingIndustry Keywords- Indigenous Cultures- Non-Profit Sector- Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion- Digital Communications- Brand Management#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Communications Advisor - Spanish Required (Ottawa)
🏢 Cuso International
📍 Ottawa