Senior Communications Strategist

Description:

Develop and deliver effective communications and marketing strategies for communications projects using best professional practices
Proactively work with colleagues in communications and across the organization to align and deploy communication strategies, messages, and activities
Participate as a communications expert on interdepartmental project teams to provide strategic advice
Prepare, or collaborate on the production of communications tactics such as news releases, briefing notes, digital content, ads and other communications materials as appropriate
Manage portfolio workplans, budgets and identify resource requirements to ensure the effective delivery of high-quality corporate communications
Research, identify and advise on emerging communications issues and challenges and work with teams and clients to address them
Participate in change management communications planning
Perform other work as required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to express ideas effectively both verbally and in writing
Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Strong analytical skills
Proven ability to effectively work independently in a demanding day-to-day environment
Ability to take a leadership role and manage issues
Project management knowledge, skills, and abilities
Ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization and elected officials
Political acumen is considered an asset
Demonstrated results in effective use of best-practice strategic communications planning and the ability to effectively implement and evaluate communications strategies
Demonstrated skill in adapting diverse communication techniques to various situations and circumstances
Experience in working in teams to plan, execute and report on engagement activities
Continuing record of professional development
Municipal government experience is an asset but not required
Creative thinking, problem solving and decision-making abilities