Director, Marketing & Communications Jobs

*Position can be based in Ottawa, Calgary, Edmonton, Iqaluit or Yellowknife

The Director, Marketing & Communications guides the overall communications and brand strategy of Canadian North. This position works closely with all internal departments to develop, implement, and manage the brand, brand image, and marketing in support of a positive corporate image, profitable & growing revenues, as well as strong external and internal stakeholder relationships. This individual will also be responsible for developing internal communications and marketing strategies around virtual platforms, as well as digital and printed communications.

Skills and Qualifications:

Include, but not limited to, the following minimum skills and qualifications:

• Ability to communicate in Inuktut a definite asset;
• Ability to work under pressure and within tight deadlines with high work load;
• Minimum eight (8) years in Marketing and/or Communications;
• Willingness and availability to travel frequently is essential;
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency in full MS Office Suite;
• Strong organization and management skills with experience speaking in public;
• Minimum eight (8) years of previous experience;
• Demonstrated exceptional writing skills, journalistic background a strong asset;
• Network of positive relationships with key Northern and Inuit business, community and government representatives an asset;
• Post Secondary Education (4 years);
• Understanding of issues facing northern communities and Inuit with ability to analyze and interpret these issues in the context of the Company’s goals and objectives;
• Ability to obtain and retain an Airport Restricted Area Pass in accordance with the Airport Restricted Area Access Clearance Program regulated by Transport Canada.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Interested candidates should be able to perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Sets goals and monitors performance of their team;
• Establish and implement a consistent brand style across all communication platforms;
• Lead the design of a culturally appropriate and exceptional customer experience throughout the entire customer life cycle, targeting customer satisfaction and brand loyalty;
• Oversee internal corporate communications including internal website and support of internal clients for sharing of information to all employees (ex. Human Resources, Community Investments, etc.);
• Travel & other duties as may be required;
• Provides market data, reporting and relevant research for strategic corporate decision making;
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Prepares and manages departmental operating budgets for their department;
• Provides leadership, mentorship and development of direct and indirect reports;
• Responsible for external corporate communications including media relations, key stakeholder communications and social media;
• Maintain a strong and engaging web presence for Canadian North on external website;
• Responsible for oversight of Marketing operations including branding, advertising, corporate collateral, loyalty programs;
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including media;
• Ensure the consistent appearance of all Company print and electronic materials such as letterhead, brochures, use of logo, etc;
• As a member of the senior management team, you will contribute to the development and execution of overall corporate strategy;
• Manage presence, messaging, and brand strategy across all social media platforms;
• Lead the development and implementation of Canadian North's Marketing Strategy, ensuring that it reflects the unique identity of ownership and customer base;

IS THIS THE JOB FOR YOU?

Apply in writing with a cover letter and résumé to:

Canadian North Human Resources Department

Email: [email protected]