About the role

Senior bilingual communications advisor advancing Rideau Hall Foundation reputation and public engagement. Leading media relations, crisis communications, executive messaging, and stakeholder initiatives.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead integrated media, public affairs, and corporate communications strategies
Manage media relations, journalist and media outlet relationships, media liaison and spokesperson activities
Create media briefs, talking points, speeches, op-eds, executive correspondence, and stakeholder communications
Position organizational leaders as thought leaders and subject matter experts
Lead crisis communications and issues management, including crisis frameworks, response plans, and rapid response strategies
Advise senior leadership on reputation management, public affairs, stakeholder engagement, and sensitive communications
Assess and mitigate reputational risks with internal stakeholders
Ensure consistent messaging across communication channels and departments
Lead, coach, and develop team members through performance management, goal setting, professional development, engagement initiatives, and workload planning
Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, and equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives
Lead and support strategic partnerships, special projects, priority initiatives, and other assigned projects
Report to the Chief External Affairs and Communications Officer

Post-secondary degree or a combination of relevant education, training, and experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in communications, with a focus on media relations, content development, and executive and/or corporate communications
Demonstrated experience in media relations, executive communications, and developing high-quality content across multiple platforms, including speeches, op-eds, social media, and newsletters
Experience working collaboratively and independently
Experience leading or supervising staff, including coaching, feedback, and professional development support
Bilingualism in English and French is required
Candidates must successfully pass all required security clearances
Knowledge of Indigenous languages is considered an asset
Experience with and/or knowledge of Indigenous cultures within Canada is considered an asset
Experience working in or with the non-profit or charitable sector is considered an asset
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Strong knowledge of internal and external communications practices, including brand management, digital communications, media relations, and stakeholder engagement
Strong organizational, project management, and time management skills
Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, problem-solving, decision-making, adaptability, and judgment skills

Day-one access to extended health and dental coverage for you and your family
Optional employer-matched Retirement Savings Program with day-one enrollment
24/7 confidential Employee Assistance Program via TELUS Health for you and your family
15 vacation days per year
Hybrid work arrangement
Professional development support
Employee engagement initiatives
Accommodations during the recruitment, selection and assessment process