Staff Representative - Communications Department

The B.C. General Employees’ Union requires a staff representative (communications officer) for its Communications department, effective date to be determined. The position is located at its headquarters in Burnaby.

The position reports to the Coordinator of Communications.

DUTIES:

• Web: contribute and administer editorial content for BCGEU’s website, official social media accounts and other communications tools disseminating union news
• Publications and print materials: provide editorial for BCGEU’s print publications and other resources as needed
• Media: research, develop, and pitch media stories; prepare news advisories, releases, backgrounders, message boxes, talking points, opinion/editorials and liaise with media
• Communications support: provide communications support to the president and treasurer’s offices, BCGEU components, provincial executive committees, and other departments across the union
• Communications strategy: develop strategic communications plans and budgets aligned with organizational priorities established by senior leadership
• Training: develop and facilitate media skills training for union members and affiliates
• Other duties: primary role in this position is communications; however, communications officers may be assigned associated work, as required, to support departmental objectives
• Advertising and promotional items: liaise with suppliers on the production and purchase of print, broadcast, and outdoor advertising as well as promotional items
• Liaison: work with other union communicators and coalition partners on communications projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Familiarity with print and broadcast advertising production processes and media buys
• Excellent written communication skills, including news reporting, magazine writing and editing
• Experience in photography, videography and/or graphic design is an asset
• Excellent verbal communications, including experience designing and facilitating workshops
• An understanding of the goals and values of the labour movement.
• Training and experience in graphic design (InDesign, Photoshop, and others)
• Demonstrated skills and experience in mainstream communications within the labour movement, media or community organizations
• Union organizing and/or servicing experience is an asset

Travel is required; therefore, applicants must hold a valid B.C. Driver's license. As part of your terms of employment, you will be required to have an approved, union-made, non-luxury vehicle upon successful completion of the six-month probationary period. Full details, and conditions can be found in the BCGEU UWU collective agreement.

The BCGEU is committed to the health and safety of BCGEU staff and members visiting our offices. All employees with the BCGEU are required to provide proof of vaccination from COVID-19, as a condition of employment.

The BCGEU is committed to employment equity. Indigenous workers, workers of colour, women, 2SLGBTQI+ workers, and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply for positions with the BCGEU.