Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Senior Communications AdvisorNumber of Positions: 3 (1 x 12-month contract; 2 x 15-month contracts)Closing Date:03/27/2026Job SummaryWe are seeking highly skilled Senior Communications Advisors to join our Strategic Communications & Initiatives team in Mississauga. This is not a marketing position and we require someone with direct experience and exceptional communications management skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert-level advice to senior decision-makers, developing communications strategies for high-priority initiatives, and implementing tactics for complex and special projects.As a Senior Communications Advisor, you will be managing communications for a variety of City-building initiatives and community engagement projects. Your responsibilities will include recommending, developing, and implementing internal and external communications along with media, social media, and promotional strategies that align with the City of Mississauga's strategic plan, department action and business plans.In this role, you will also be providing day-to-day functional guidance and leadership to junior and intermediate staff, as well as freelance and consultant service providers. You will be leading the development and writing of corporate messages on complex municipal issues. If you are a experienced communications qualified with a proven track record in providing expert-level advice and managing communications for projects, we encourage you to apply.Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe successful candidate will:Develop and implement data-driven strategic communication plans; Provide issues management/communications advice and support to senior management as required on matters impacting the reputation of the business area; Research and writecontent (e.G., news releases, key messages, media stories, feature articles, corporate reports, speeches, newsletter copy, etc.); Lead strategic communications for priority community engagement projects; Develop and fosterstrong relationships with internal business areas to effectively recommend and deliver strategic communications that support work plans; Provide strategic communications counsel/advice to Mayor’s Office and to Members of Council as requested; Liaise with seniorleadership to provide strategic communications counsel on messaging, strategic planning and the development of relevant core materials; Understand target audiences and assess appropriate strategic communications needs and provide strong recommendations; Work effectively with both internal and external partners, including SC&I; colleagues; Ensure consistency, demonstrate effective teamwork, high standards of work quality and organizational performance; Protect,



support and maintain the City’s reputation and vision and support a culture of innovation and continuous improvement; Participate in inter-departmental teams and/or act as a representative on committees as required; Participate as a member of the Strategic Communications & Initiatives Emergency Management Team; Attend City events, workshops and other initiatives to promote further understanding of the business area; Perform other related duties as assigned; Must be able to attend meetings, events and activities outside of regular business hours and some weekends (e.G. meetings, events, emergencies or to meet deadlines).Skills and QualificationsA post-secondary degree, diploma or certificate in communications, mass media or public relations with a minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience in communications/issues management; Ability to independentlyprioritize and manage several competing, complex and evolving projects at the same time; Excellent oral andwritten communications skills, writing content for diverse audiences, editing and production skills - familiar with Canadian Press Style; Have a strong understanding of and commitment to applying inclusive language and equity, diversity inclusion (EDI) practices; Competencies required inall aspects of strategic communications including planning and management, issues management, content writing, media relations, speech writing, community engagement, event co-ordination andmanagement and internal/employee communications; Experience providing senior leaders with strategic communications advice, counsel and expertise; Has a sound understanding of the media landscape locally, regionally and nationally and experience dealing with media/media inquiries; Experience using and strong knowledge of how to develop engaging content and tailor messages for different social media channels/platforms and segmented audience groups; Comfort with writing various materials that help garner media coverage and story generation; Act as an effective collaborator and team player, supporting the Division’s overall goals and vision with a proactive and flexible approach to projects; Ability to coach and mentor staff; Ability to problem-solveand look for creative and viable solutions; Ability to communicate with honesty, sensitivity, diplomacy,



confidentiality and deal tactfully in an open political environment; Ability to work creatively and effectively as a member of a larger team; Strong attention to detail; Ability to displaytact and diplomacy when interacting with Senior Leaders, Mayor and Council and dignitaries; Excellent skills and knowledge working with MS Office, databases, spreadsheets, presentation software, Content Management Systems (CMS), social media technology and data analytics; Experience in a corporate and/or municipal sector is preferred; Ability to work flexiblework hours including weekends (as needed); International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) accreditation, Communication Management Professional (CMP), Strategic Communication Management Professional (SCMP), Accredited in Public Relations(APR) through the Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS), Master of Communications Management (MCM) is adesired asset; Experience with communications in Planning & Building is an asset.Hourly Rate/Salary: $ 50.39 - $ 67.18Hours of Work: 35Work Location: Civic Centre (Hybrid)Department/Division/Section: CMO/City Manager's Office,CMO/Strategic Communications&Initiatives;,Media and Business CommunicationsNon-Union/Union: Non UnionThe City of Mississauga may use artificial intelligence (AI) technology in sourcing candidates for some positions, however, it is not being used for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.We thank all who apply, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. You can alsocheck your application status in your candidate profile online.All personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act.Equity, Diversity and InclusionThe City of Mississauga is committed to creating a respectful and supportive workplace that fosters a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion which broadly reflects the communities and residents we serve. Throughout the employee life cycle, the City is working to include an EDI lens to attract, retain and support the growth of diverse talent.AccommodationsThe City of Mississauga is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to removing barriers in our selection process for people with visible and invisible disabilities. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Mississauga will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please complete the following Accommodation Request Form and have it emailed to [email protected] citing the Job ID and Job Title.This will inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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