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Advisor, Communications

The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) is the voice of Canada’s upstream oil and natural gas industry. CAPP’s member companies and associate members are a solution-oriented partner to the world’s needs for affordable, responsibly produced, safe and secure energy.

CAPP’s member companies produce about 80 percent of Canada’s oil and natural gas and contribute over $100 billion to Canada’s gross domestic product while supporting almost 525,000 jobs across the country. CAPP recognizes the importance of delivering reliable, affordable, responsibly produced energy with exemplary environmental, social and governance standards, including managing the risk of climate change.

CAPP’s mission is to advocate for and enable economic competitiveness, with environmentally and socially responsible performance and is dedicated to advancing reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. CAPP is committed to ensuring Canada is positioned to help meet global climate commitments as the supplier of choice in a world that demands a lower carbon energy future. CAPP’s work is carried out through a variety of specialized policy and technical groups supported by CAPP staff, CAPP members and subject matter experts.

CAPP is seeking an Advisor, Communications. This is a full-time permanent position located in Calgary, Alberta and reports to the Director, Communications.

Position Summary

The Advisor, Communications is a key member of the communications team and will be responsible for content development and writing, managing CAPP’s editorial calendar, delivery and implementation of technical and creative content, project management and overall support to the communications team.

Job Requirements

• Develop and execute content to elevate the organization’s reputation and brand both locally and across Canada
• Pro-actively collaborate with stakeholders to develop content, messaging and action plans to showcase the benefits of Canadian oil and natural gas
• Work collaboratively across the organization to identify and execute on opportunities for content about Canada’s upstream oil and gas sector
• Work with internal stakeholders and manage all internal communications to ensure consistency and accuracy
• Work closely with the Senior Advisor, Digital Content to create content which bolster CAPP’s online presence
• Manage CAPP’s presence by supporting special projects and major external corporate campaigns

Qualifications and Experience

• Strong relationship building and facilitative skills; time and project management skills; the ability to multi-task and work in a high pace environment
• Must be eligible to work in Canada legally
• A minimum of five years’ work experience in a communications function, either corporately or with an agency. Experience with media relations, or digital and social media marketing is an asset.
• Post-secondary education; preferably a diploma or degree in communications or related field
• Strong knowledge of the oil and gas industry and its operations provincially and throughout Canada and a minimum of three years’ work experience in oil and gas
• Strong writing and communication skills

Personal Skills and Qualities

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team; excellent organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A self-starter who takes initiative with minimal supervision and has excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Personable, confident, and passionate about all aspects of communications
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong analytical and strategic technical skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Innovative and confident team leader with a strong ability to deliver messages and content to pertinent stakeholders

What we offer

• Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellness
• Generous vacation and earned-day-off policy
• Flexible work environment
• Collaborative and supportive work environment, with a focus on professional development
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Please send your cover letter and résumé in confidence to [email protected] by July 19, 2023 referencing Advisor, Communications in the subject line. We thank all those who apply; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.