Job Description

Reporting to the Chief Innovation Officer, the Manager, Communications and Public Relations works closely with OFI\'s Chief Executive Officer to proactively develop and implement OFI communications and public relations plans and tactics that support the strategy and objectives of OFI.
Key Responsibilities

• Develop key messages that advance OFI\'s strategy and goals, and prepare communications for senior leadership.
• Gather and disseminate accurate, consistent, and timely information across internal and external communication channels, including working closely with researchers at partner institutions to tell their stories to multi-faceted audiences.
• Develop and lead OFI\'s social media strategy and web presence; plan and oversee creative design to support OFI\'s communications, public relations, and government relations goals.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with media; respond to and seek out media opportunities.
• Manage OFI\'s brand by ensuring alignment of all public communications with OFI and Dalhousie brand guidelines.
• Liaise with central Communications and Marketing departments and researchers at Dalhousie University and partner universities: Memorial University of Newfoundland, University of Prince Edward Island, Universit\xc3\xa9 du Qu\xc3\xa9bec \xc3\xa0 Rimouski, and Laval University, as well as with partner institutions in the United States and Europe.

NoteThe successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.
Required Qualifications

• University degree in public relations, journalism, marketing, or a related discipline with a minimum of 7 years of public relations and communications experience, including working with media (or equivalent combination of training and experience)
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly relay information in a compelling way and to translate complicated concepts into clear messages.
• Good investigative and research skills, as well as strong problem-solving and diplomacy skills.
• Must be self-motivated, proactive, and capable of working independently to meet deadlines.
• Ability to create and implement public relations and communications strategies with proven success.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to build professional relationships with media, stakeholders, partners, researchers, and other audiences.

Assets

• Bilingual in English and French, both verbal and written.
• An understanding of ocean and/or climate science.
• Education/training in written communications.

Additional InformationDalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a voluntary RRSP, health and dental plans and an employee and family assistance program.
Application ConsiderationWe thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi\'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visitPosting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1
Open Date 07/26/2024
Close Date 08/15/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicant
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