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Title posted on ApplyToEducation - Manager, Communications
Posted on October 22, 2024 by Employer details School District #36 (Surrey)
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The Surrey School District respectfully acknowledges that our schools reside on the traditional, unceded, and shared territories of Coast Salish peoples: The q c y - Katzie, the qwa:nn - Kwantlen and the SEMYOME - Semiahmoo First Nations, who have been stewards of this land since time immemorial.<p>Surrey Schools is the largest BC school district and the second-largest employer in Surrey. Surrey Schools provides quality education to over 85,000 students with 124 schools sites and a variety of other learning facilities, offering a broad range of innovative programs and services to support the learning of our students. The Surrey School District team of approximately 13,000 employees works tirelessly every day to ensure that children are getting the best start they can, providing the preparation to be our leaders of tomorrow. <p>Our Commitment: <p>Providing quality education extends beyond academic excellence; we are committed to creating and cultivating diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free environments for all applicants, employees, students, and their families.<p>Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion & Values: <p>Our identity, as Surrey Schools, is expressed in the shared values of openness, fairness and belonging and recognizes the importance of diversity of identity and thought. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to removing barriers and creating a workplace where everyone, regardless of their background, feels empowered to contribute their best.<p>Join us in our mission to provide the best start for children, preparing them to be the leaders of tomorrow. If you are passionate about education, diversity, and making a positive impact, we invite you to explore opportunities with Surrey Schools.<p>Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Manager, Communications will assume strategic leadership across all integrated communications functions: corporate communications, digital, media and issues, events and government relations. The Manager, Communications is a strategic thinker, adept at developing and implementing communication plans that align with broader organizational goals and possess strong understanding of digital and social media strategy and management. The successful candidate will mentor others and inspire a culture of excellence and curiosity. <p>The ideal candidate will have a university degree with an emphasis on communications or public relations as well as experience in educational or other public sector organizations. Superior interpersonal skills as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.<p>Key Responsibilities <p>Strategic communication <p> Execute communications strategy and deliver on set goals and objectives.<p> Provide leadership and direction to the Communications team, including goal setting, coaching, development, and performance management. <p> Collaborate across teams to develop a strong, consistent voice for Surrey Schools.<p> Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages teamwork and professional growth.Media relations and issues management Lead media relations and provide issues management support to Trustees and the Executive team. <p> Create various media materials, including but not limited to key messages, fact sheets, backgrounders, press releases, FAQs and advisories.<p> Collaborate closely with subject matter experts, external and internal partners for media events and activations.<p> Build relationships with media in the Metro Vancouver media, including South Asian media.<p> Serve as the organizations secondary media contact and spokesperson.Internal communications Develop and execute SD36 internal communications strategy.<p> Support recruitment and employee engagement campaigns.<p> Manage and oversee inter- LocationSurrey, BC
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- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
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