Job Description

SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST

The Transportation and Logistics division of JD Irving, Inc. is comprised of a dynamic group of unique and successful businesses in the marine, railway and trucking sectors (www.jdirving.com). We are a recognized leader in freight movement and logistics services. We offer a fast-paced and progressive work environment, with exposure to a wide range of operational initiatives and a focus on the future with our new Digital Strategy. Our businesses are diverse and exciting, and our quality products and services meet and often exceed our customer expectations because we believe in continuous improvement and innovation. We are growing our businesses, transforming our operations, maximizing our results, and energizing our employees through investment and progressive technology that is making a difference. We value people and teamwork, and we seek and develop the very best talent to ensure that WE DELIVER!

Our division is currently seeking a Senior Communications Specialist located in our Saint John, N.B head office.

The successful candidate is an enthusiastic communicator who thrives in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment. The selected candidate will work collaboratively within the Transportation and Logistics group to improve communication processes and tools across the Division.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Manage public image for the Division by creating and implementing marketing campaigns.
• Develop strategies to promote positive perception and execute work and communications plans;
• Audit internal communication systems and provide advice/recommendations to senior leaders.
• Participating in meetings, training sessions, and workshops and providing recommendations for improvements.
• Ensure the Divisional photo library is up to date.
• Message development from beginning to end including planning, writing, reviewing, formatting, editing, proofreading, and disseminating through various channels;
• Complete writing assignments according to set standards regarding accuracy, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology using approved processes.

Qualifications:

• 5-8+ years of communications experience combined with strong business acumen.
• Highly energetic individual contributor with a dedication to meeting deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience in internal communications in a multi-site environment.
• Experienced with external communications across multiple channels would be an asset;
• Demonstrated track record in prioritizing and time management with the ability to work on multiple projects as competing priorities emerge.
• Advanced computer skills especially Microsoft Office including Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, and SharePoint.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• University Degree in Communications, Journalism or related fields.
• Proficiency in the creative development of content for digital and social media including capability with related analytics and optimization.
• Special projects including monitoring quality and accuracy of dashboards, digital screens, etc.;
• Other duties/projects as assigned.

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Irving Transportation Services Limited is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees.