Job Description

At Vendasta, we believe in helping great local businesses survive and thrive in a world that’s more competitive than ever—and we’re growing our team! This is an opportunity to join one of the fastest growing tech companies in Canada and make a direct impact on local economies worldwide. In a world where local businesses all over the globe have had their livelihoods turned upside down, Vendasta continues to help them embrace digital solutions and flourish.
Vendasta is a certified Great Place to Work and Best Workplace™ for Today’s Youth and Women. Keep reading if you’d like to join us on our mission to support small businesses all over the world.
About the Job We are looking for an experienced communications professional to lead a diverse and exciting portfolio for one of western Canada’s fastest-growing technology companies. This 14-month contract includes a fascinating and challenging array of responsibilities balanced with the perks and flexibilities you’d expect from one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada.
The Interim Director of Corporate Marketing and Communications at Vendasta will be responsible for communications programs, which include public relations, reputation management, and corporate social responsibility. Intimate knowledge of industry trends across reseller segments such as channel distribution and marketing is an asset. The successful candidate will benefit from on-the-job training, including consultation ahead of the Director of Corporate Marketing and Communication's 12-month leave. Vendasta is committed to helping you develop your skills and career during your tenure!
Be the contact point for a Canadian-based, internationally recognized company with 65,000 partners serving six million local businesses worldwide, and collaborate with more than 700 skilled and passionate Vendastians. If you could see yourself filling this contract term with potential opportunities for permanent employment, apply today.
The impact you’ll have Strategy, Planning, and Support

• Work closely with the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and Director of Brand Experience to develop strategic marketing plans and corporate strategies that represent our customers and brand, in collaboration with the marketing leadership team.
• Identify the effectiveness and impact of communications initiatives with tracking and analysis, and optimize accordingly—complete with formal proposals and recommendations on tactics; accountable for monitoring and reporting for all communications activities.
• Supports third-party research initiatives.
• Help the Vendasta executive team grow their thought leadership by creating, promoting, and booking speaking engagements.
• Craft articles on behalf of Vendasta and its leadership in benefit of brand.
• Work with Marketing Operations Manager to manage external and corporate events in collaboration with the greater marketing team.

Corporate Social Responsibility

• Chair a cross-divisional Community Support Committee and manages the annual community support budget.
• Develop plans for key Vendasta-owned community support projects in collaboration with committee.

Public Relations

• Initiate stakeholder engagement, collaborating and communicating on behalf of Vendasta, ensuring messages and information are relayed back to Vendasta senior leadership.
• Execute strategic and time-sensitive media campaigns.
• Responds to all general community/marketing communication requests in a timely manner.
• Foster new and existing relationships with member organizations, media, analysts, etc., in benefit of business goals.

Reputation Management

• Respond to all public reviews and provide feedback to product and customer-facing teams.
• Assist with issues management and provide consultation to other Vendasta leaders in benefit of Vendasta’s brand.

The value you’ll bring

• Preferred five combined years experience in communications and/or journalism
• Ability to develop, execute, and evaluate successful strategic communications initiatives
• Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to articulate technology and market positioning to internal, external, customer, and prospective business audiences
• Highly collaborative professional who enjoys a fast-paced, energetic, and high growth environment
• Investor relations experience considered an asset
• Experience in SaaS or technology an asset

About Vendasta So what do we actually do? We create an entire platform full of digital products & solutions that help small to medium sized businesses (SMBs) have a stronger presence online through digital advertising, online listings, reputation management, website creation, social media marketing … and much more! Our platform is used exclusively by channel partners, who sell products and services to SMBs, allowing them to leverage us to scale and grow their business. We’re trusted by 65,000+ channel partners and 6 million SMBs worldwide!
Perks

• Benefits - health, dental, life, and disability insurance, an employee assistance program (EAP)*, and $500 annual Health Spending Account. Premiums for health & dental insurance will be covered by Vendasta!
• Vacation - Minimum 3 weeks paid vacation per year; uncapped sick time policy.
• Employee Options Program - get in on Vendasta’s growth and success!
• Sweet Eats - On site cafeteria with beverages & snacks all day and free catered lunch every Friday
• Training & Career Development - Education reimbursement program, professional development plans, leadership workshops, mentorship program, and so much more!
• Culture - comprised of our core values: Drive, Innovation, Respect, and Agility
• Social Events - Ideas on Tap, ski trips, virtual talent shows, yoga classes, and more!
• Giving Back - endless opportunities to take part in programs and initiatives that give back to the community we work in, including paid volunteer time.