Senior Communications Advisor, Social Media & Digital Marketing

Overview

Develop and implement strategic social media & digital marketing communications for BC Housing.

Requirements

• social media
• digital marketing
• adobe photoshop
• ms office
• bachelor’s degree
• strategic advice

What You Bring

-Ability to apply principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in decision-making. -Considerable experience in communications or marketing, working with social media and digital content for diverse communities. -Considerable experience in an advisory role to other Communications staff, as well as in the public sector. -Ability to provide strategic advice to senior leadership, management, and colleagues. -Ability to work evenings and weekends as required. -Ability to work with a wide variety of online social media platforms. -Considerable knowledge and understanding of the philosophy, theories, and principles of the communications discipline. -Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressures, with scrupulous attention to detail. -Considerable knowledge and understanding of best practices in social media and digital marketing. -Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner and display a high degree of judgement, discretion, and decision-making ability. -Strong organizational and time-management skills. -Ability to think strategically, translating organizational objectives into concrete and deliverable social media and digital tactics. -Strong verbal, writing, editing, and presentation skills. -or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the employer. -Ability to create engaging content for social media, upholding best practices in accessibility. -Ability to adapt to changes in the social media and digital marketing landscape, showcasing agility in response to evolving trends and technologies. -Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as a team player. -Proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. -Ability to create and foster strong working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders in planning and implementing communication strategies, providing strategic communications advice, and facilitating problem-solving to manage issues, mitigate risks, and achieve results. -Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, digital communications, or other relevant discipline. -Ability to work with a variety of partners and stakeholders, agencies, and contractors. -Ability to use various design tools such as Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Canva to develop a wide range of graphics and communications materials. -Ability to provide strong team leadership on various projects and provide advice and counsel to other Communications staff in the performance of their duties.

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Benefits

-In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing. -Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance! -Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars. -Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!). -Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards. -An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.

About Bc Housing

-A key player in providing affordable housing solutions across British Columbia. -Focused on building and managing a wide range of housing options for those in need. -Works in collaboration with government partners to address housing shortages in the province. -Specializes in residential, infrastructure, and government sector projects. -Innovative in creating sustainable and livable spaces that cater to diverse communities. -Has a long history of tackling housing issues, with a focus on both urban and rural areas. -Notable for its ability to execute large-scale housing projects that make a lasting impact. -Provides resources and support for people navigating the complexities of housing options.

Sector Specialisms

Visa Sponsorship

-only candidates legally entitled to work in canada; no sponsorship provided.