Corporate Communications Advisor

Job Description

<p><p>The City of Yellowknife is an inclusive employer offering a dynamic and rewarding work environment that delivers valuable services to our residents. Working in Local Government provides many opportunities to develop your career and improve the lives of residents and visitors to Yellowknife. The City is committed to hiring a diverse and skilled workforce representative of the community and to reconciliation, including actions to increase Indigenous representation. The City of Yellowknife welcomes applications from all qualified candidates and encourages Indigenous persons to self-declare when submitting their applications.</p><h3>KEY RESPONSIBILITIES</h3><p>Reporting to the Manager, Economic Opportunities and Investment, the incumbent is responsible for leading the strategic planning, implementation, and operation of the City\'s communications needs. Through regular directions from the Manager, the incumbent assists with the implementation of policies, strategies, and campaigns to ensure the communication objectives of the City are met.</p><h3>QUALIFICATIONS</h3><p>A university degree in communications, journalism, public relations, or a related field along with a minimum of three (3) years related experience, which should include community engagement within a government or dynamic corporate environment.</p><p>The position requires a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain cooperative and constructive relationships with individuals at all levels of organizations, members of Council (when requested by the Manager) and representatives of external organizations. Key skills for this position include excellent written and oral communications skills, strong graphic design and interpersonal skills. You must be able to work under pressure and manage projects with tight deadlines.</p><h3>SALARY</h3><p>The City of Yellowknife offers a starting salary of $96,641.50 per annum, along with a comprehensive benefits package including monthly housing and vacation travel allowances, and a defined benefit pension plan.</p><h3>TO APPLY</h3><p>Qualified applicants are required to apply no later than October 3, 2025. Please visit our website at: www.yellowknife.ca to submit your resume and proof of education.</p><p>Please be advised that the City of Yellowknife requires all prospective employees to provide a criminal records check prior to employment. We thank all applicants who apply, but advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted.</p></p> #J-18808-Ljbffr