Job Description

The Organization Shelter Movers is a national, volunteer-powered charitable organization providing moving and storage services at no cost to women and children fleeing abuse. We are the only service of this kind in Canada. Every year, in collaboration with business partners and community agencies, our teams contribute over 70,000 hours annually to support families transitioning to a life free of violence. Shelter Movers was founded in 2016 and currently serves families experiencing abuse in Vancouver, Waterloo, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Nova Scotia. We are growing and looking to add caring and compassionate people to our team. The Role The National Marketing and Communications (MarComm) Director reports to the Chief Executive Officer. Working collaboratively with peers and direct reports, this role provides expertise and leadership in execution of Shelter Movers\xe2\x80\x99 marketing and communication strategy. Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Leading teams in the development and implementation of Shelter Movers\xe2\x80\x99 national marketing & communications strategy including:Website management and content creation

Social media strategy
Ensure communications are offered in French and English
Supporting fund development and recruitment campaigns
Internal communications strategy
Media relations

• Creating and updating key processes, in collaboration with colleagues across Shelter Movers;
• Regularly assessing the communications needs of teams operating within Shelter Movers
• Oversee organization-wide messaging and tone in all official external communications
• Develop and maintain relationships with relevant journalists, influencers, media personalities
• Develop and support efforts to position Shelter Movers\xe2\x80\x99 brand as a trusted source of information and opinion on Gender Based Violence and related issues
• Support survivors and SM Team Members with a trauma informed lens in preparing and managing interviews and media requests
• Accountable for outcomes and national targets associated with the Marketing and Communications function of Shelter Movers

1 We\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone who has:

• University level French and English oral and written communication skills
• 3+ years of marketing experience including digital and social media marketing
• 3+ years of demonstrated success in a leadership role, preferably in the nonprofit communications sector
• Strong analytical, problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines
• Strong content writing and editing skills
• Knowledge of web design, WordPress and analytics
• A collaborative and compassionate leadership style to build trust and inspire others to achieve common goals
• Experience managing large teams using volunteer management approaches
• Excellent judgment in setting priorities, problem, and solution identification
• Experience with organizational and system-level strategic visioning and planning
• Budget development experience, ability to understand a financial statement
• Advanced verbal and written negotiation skills
• The ability to learn new tools quickly and pivot to new trends
• Understanding and interest in gender studies, including anti-racist, anti-oppressive frameworks and intersectionality of challenges faced by women and particularly survivors of abuse in the local community an asset
• Strong ethics and strives for integrity and excellence in all areas of responsibility
• Strong organizational skills and reliable work habits
• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree or equivalent experience

Role Details:

• Flexible work schedule and hours (35 hours per week)
• Remote position or hybrid work environment depending on your location
• $60,000-$75,000 per annum plus competitive benefits

Note that the successful candidate will be subject to successful completion of a criminal background check and reference check. Shelter Movers is an equal opportunity employer. Racialized women, women who identify as LGBTQ+, and women living with a disability are particularly encouraged to apply for this position. To request an accommodation, contact us. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vancouver, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor\'s Degree (required)

Experience:

• marketing including social media and digital marketing: 3 years (required)
• leadership in nonprofit sector: 3 years (required)

Language:

• and write in French and English excellently (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vancouver, BC