The BC Liquor Distribution Branch (LDB) is one of two branches of government that provide oversight for the beverage alcohol and non-medical cannabis industries in the province. The LDB is responsible for the wholesale distribution of liquor and cannabis, and operates the retails brands BCLIQUOR and BC Cannabis Stores. The revenue generated by the LDB helps fund essential public services like health care, education, and community programming.

The Office of the Chief Administrative Officer (OCAO) plays a critical role in supporting the entire organization. Comprised of Policy & Legislation, Corporate Operations and Corporate Services the OCAO is driven by customer-service and taking action to advise, consult and support each division across the LDB. The group has a strategic lens with a focus on ensuring the organization aligns and complies with corporate priorities, policies, legislation, best practices, and government mandate.

The Senior

Manager of Communications and Stakeholder Relations reports to the Director of Corporate Communications and Stakeholder Relations and is responsible for leading, developing and implementing internal and external communications strategies and tactics, including corporate communications and media relations. The department develops a variety of corporate and employee publications, including public information materials.

The Senior

Manager of Communications and Stakeholder Relations functions at a senior level and provides management expertise, communications advice and direction to the General Manager and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and senior executives, and ensures the consistent and effective implementation of communications plans, policies, procedures and standards throughout the LDB. A criminal record check is required. An eligibility list for permanent or temporary future opportunities may be established.

Degree or diploma in communications, public relations,



journalism, or a related discipline and a minimum of five (5) years of recent, related experience*. A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered, i.e., secondary (high) school diploma or equivalent certification and seven (7) years of recent, related experience*. *Experience identifying media and public issues that require proactive management.

Experience providing advice, direction, coordination to senior executives and/or project teams dealing with corporate initiatives or communication projects.

Experience leading teams, supervision of workloads and performance management. Working for the BC Public Service The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages.

This position is eligible for adaptable work arrangements, such as a hybrid work combination of in-office and work-from-home, following the guidelines established for flexible workplaces .

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Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews. The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities.

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📌 Band 3 - Senior Manager, Communications & Stakeholder Relations (Burnaby)
🏢 BC Liquor Distribution Branch
📍 Burnaby