Director, Advocacy and Communications Reporting to: President and CEO, BOMA Edmonton Location: Edmonton (Epcor Tower) Position Type: Full-time Deadline: April 24, 2023 Industry: Commercial Real Estate (CRE) Organization: Building Owners and Managers Association of Edmonton \xe2\x80\x93 BOMA Edmonton About BOMA Edmonton Commercial real estate, combined with residential real estate, is a major contributor to GDP, coming in second after oil and gas in Alberta and number one in Canada in 2021. Building Owners and Management Association (BOMA) is the top commercial real estate association brand in the world and a world-wide influential network of local associations. BOMA focuses on the ownership, management, and operations of existing buildings. Through this lens, we lead transformational commercial real estate advocacy, projects, networking, and education for our members, and educate the public about the industry. Our members are building owners and managers, building operators, service providers, governments, and emerging talent who are involved in every aspect of a building once it has been built. BOMA\xe2\x80\x99s work touches every type of commercial building, such as retail, office, industrial, medical, institutional, and multi-family. BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s mandate is to serve members north of Red Deer, Alberta, in the Edmonton Metro Region and Northern Alberta, and in Yukon and N.W.T. Our vision is of a high-performing commercial real estate industry that makes a positive impact in our communities. BOMA Edmonton seeks big, long-lasting changes that have major positive impacts for our industry and our communities. We make commercial real estate greener, smarter, and stronger www.bomaedm.ca 1 by tackling the most complex industry challenges and trends to prepare the industry and to ensure our seat at the table for anything that impacts our members\xe2\x80\x99 success. Performance is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that building and professional performance is instrumental to achieving stronger asset and portfolio performance. We also believe that when commercial real estate performs well that our economies, communities, and environment can perform better, too. Opportunity
BOMA Edmonton is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Director of Advocacy and Communications to join our team. As the Director of Advocacy and Communications, you\xe2\x80\x99ll work alongside BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s President & CEO to realize the strategic direction of the organization as lead on BOMA\xe2\x80\x99s advocacy and communications activities. BOMA Edmonton works towards four key objectives: (1) An educated and Diverse Workforce, (2) Fair and Equitable Taxation, Policies, and Regulations, (3) Sustainable, Smart, and Healthy Buildings, (4) Safe Communities and Vibrant Economies. Understanding our industry\xe2\x80\x99s important role as a community builder, BOMA Edmonton centres its work on helping our members to perform better so that our economies and our communities perform better too. BOMA\xe2\x80\x99s approach to advocacy is to educate and partner with stakeholders to obtain long-standing changes. Our target audiences for communications are members of BOMA and the commercial real estate industry, as well as non-industry stakeholders and the public. This job description is an illustration of the type of work to be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them if they are similar, related, or logical assignments in support of BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s objectives. Specific responsibilities, qualifications, and requirements of the role are listed below. Role Responsibilities Develop and Implement advocacy and communications strategies, plans, and initiatives: At a high level, the Director of Advocacy and Communications will work with BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s
President and CEO; Board of Directors; strategists and consultants; member volunteers; subjec matter experts; and partners within the BOMA national and international network, the real estate industry, and the broader community to set the big picture and achieve the results outlined in the strategies, plans, and initiatives that form our advocacy and communications framework.
You\xe2\x80\x99ll be the caretaker of these living plans, ensuring that they are followed and adjusted as needed, properly resourced, and that results are tracked and communicated. www.bomaedm.ca 2 Implement and oversee all aspects of our communications activities: BOMA Edmonton is a small organization. One moment you\xe2\x80\x99ll be in mapping out strategic communications objectives and the next moment you\xe2\x80\x99ll be setting up a newsletter, writing an op-ed, handling media relations, editing an article, seeking new tools to improve our communications, writing speeches, developing new brands, or coordinating a meeting. We have an all-hands-on-deck approach on our team \xe2\x80\x93 no task is too big or too small for anyone \xe2\x80\x93 and we must think big while also taking care of the details to ensure quality communications within our target audiences. Set and drive BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s advocacy: We are an industry and professional association.
Advocacy is a key reason why we exist. You\xe2\x80\x99ll develop, execute, and maintain a multi-year advocacy and communications strategy and implementation plan that will guide the efforts of
BOMA Edmonton staff, consultants, and volunteers and partners. You\xe2\x80\x99ll help to develop strategies for new markets as BOMA Edmonton continues to expand within and outside of
Edmonton into its broader geographical area. You\xe2\x80\x99ll anticipate potential sectoral advocacy and policy challenges and work jointly to identify solutions. You\xe2\x80\x99ll skillfully formulate tactical strategies to influence and engage key stakeholders, particularly as it relates to BOMA
Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s priority advocacy issues. Coordinate and manage people involved in advocacy and communications: You\xe2\x80\x99ll oversee the day-to-day efforts of the team, coordinate meetings and sessions, and support committees.
You\xe2\x80\x99ll work to build our capacity by recruiting and fostering an expanded team of dedicated volunteers with capabilities in advocacy and communications and in the four strategic areas within which BOMA Edmonton strives to make a difference. This may also translate into building the internal team\xe2\x80\x99s capacity as BOMA Edmonton grows. Track industry trends, analyze policy impacting CRE, conduct research, draft policy papers and briefing notes, write reports: If you like policy and current events, this job is for you. The
Director of Advocacy and Communications should enjoy learning and connecting dots, digging deeper into issues, and gathering data to inform decision-making. This is a critical part of the job \xe2\x80\x93 to have your finger on the pulse and to meet regularly with experts, read industry reports and news, and to stay on top of what is going on in municipal, provincial, and federal politics. Provide guidance and thought leadership: The Director of Advocacy and Communications will bring the commercial real estate advocacy community to the next level by providing high-level thought leadership, encouraging, and contributing to bold, outside-the-box thinking, and identifying and funding new effective strategies and tactics. You\xe2\x80\x99ll help lead the development of a bold communications strategy and updated communications assets for advocacy efforts.
You\xe2\x80\x99ll develop and execute public engagement and education campaigns. Improve internal and external reporting and tracking processes and policies: BOMA Edmonton is an organization undergoing modernization and growth. It is an exciting time to develop the operational aspects of the job that will allow us to work more efficiently, using new technologies and innovative solutions to work better as a team and with partners. We believe in setting ourselves, and those who come after us, up for success. Represent BOMA Edmonton externally: The Director of Advocacy and Communications will regularly attend meetings, educational seminars, and relevant advocacy events to further inform
BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s understanding of sector and policy developments, as well as be the voice of
BOMA Edmonton as directed by BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s President and CEO. www.bomaedm.ca 3 Build strategic and productive relationships: The Director of Advocacy and Communications will establish and maintain strong working relationships with potential partners, policy makers, and policy influencers in coordination with BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s President and CEO. You\xe2\x80\x99ll build collaborative relationships with partners and strengthen membership relations. Qualifications The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing organization, and will embody BOMA Edmonton\xe2\x80\x99s core values: www.bomaedm.ca 4 The following skills, experiences and aptitudes will also be required. Education and Experience

• Bachelor\'s degree in related field preferred but not necessary
• 10+ years of experience in advocacy and communications
• Proven track record in advocacy and communications
• Understanding of how governments work and policy is made
• Government relations know-how
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Excellent project management and time management skills
• Experience developing performance-based advocacy and communications plans
• Strong customer service skills
• Examples of taking initiative and problem-solving
• Sales skills and fund development experience a bonus
• Experience with WordPress, Membership Management Systems (GrowthZone),

Microsoft 365, Asana, Google Analytics Renumeration and Location BOMA Edmonton offers a competitive salary, annual professional development opportunities, an RRSP matching program, and a comprehensive benefits package. This role is an in-office position located in downtown Edmonton in Suite #870, Epcor Tower, 10423 \xe2\x80\x93 101 Street NW Edmonton, Alberta T5H 0E7. Application process If you are interested in pursuing this opportunity, please submit your cover letter and resume for consideration by emailing admin@bomaedm.ca noting \xe2\x80\x9cApplication: Director of Advocacy and Communications\xe2\x80\x9d in the subject line by Monday, April 24, 2023. We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for this position will be contacted for an interview. www.bomaedm.ca 5 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From $70,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Edmonton, AB T5H 0E9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor\'s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• advocacy and communications: 7 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person Application deadline: 2023-04-24