Public affairs advisor handling complaints, media relations and reputation management for Desjardins, North America's largest cooperative financial group. Developing policies, recommendations and action plans for external audiences.
Responsibilities
Maintain the organization’s image and promote policies and programs for external audiences through public relations, media relations, lobbying and institutional affairs
Handle complaints to improve strained relationships with members/clients and protect the organization’s reputation and brand image
Advise and assist clients and partners as part of complaint resolution interventions
Support more experienced professionals and help institute tools for the line of work
Help develop recommendations, solutions and action plans based on organizational objectives and priorities
Conduct research and preliminary analysis and develop initial outlines of tools and processes
Handle information requests and complaints from members, clients and organizational sectors according to complaint handling policies and processes
Diagnose issues, challenges and needs to determine target outcomes
Help develop and implement objectives, solutions, policies, programs and action plans
Analyze data and issues, assist with studies, develop recommendations and prepare reports
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of one year of relevant experience
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Knowledge of French is required
Advanced proficiency of English
Ability to handle public affairs, public relations, media relations, lobbying and institutional affairs
Analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the line of business
Interpersonal savvy and ability to interact with stakeholders across fields
Benefits
Competitive salary and annual bonus
4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
Group insurance including telemedicine
Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
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