Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications

The Humanitarian Coalition is looking for a Senior Manager, Communications and Marketing

ABOUT THE ROLE / WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Senior Manager, Communications and Marketing is responsible for elevating the brand and visibility of the Humanitarian Coalition (HC) and its member agencies, developing and implementing the overall communications strategy, leading on the promotion and performance of joint public appeals, collaborating on the elaboration and implementation of the annual fundraising strategy, and actively engaging the Management and Fundraising Committee (MFC) as well as the Communications Committee in accomplishing the HC’s strategic objectives.

Dedicated, versatile, creative and committed to excellence, the Senior Manager, Communications and Marketing will employ a variety of tactics in both English and French to engage stakeholders in communications, fundraising, digital marketing and public relations strategies and campaigns, and implement successful Canada-wide appeals to respond to international humanitarian disasters.

WHAT YOU OFFER / ABOUT YOU

• University degree in journalism, marketing, communications, fundraising or related field.
• 5-8 years of professional experience in communications and media relations, digital marketing, fundraising and project management, preferably with a nonprofit organization.
• Proven ability to engage, support and supervise staff, stakeholders and volunteers.
• Proficiency in both English and French (oral and written)
• Strong copy-editing skills, design experience, attention to detail, and demonstrated success in producing effective communications and fundraising tools to tight deadlines.
• First-hand experience managing corporate social media accounts.
• Demonstrated experience in website management and search engine optimization, digital advertising and analytics. Experience managing Google ad grants an asset.
• Applicable knowledge of relevant computer software (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.); knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite an asset.
• Superior project management skills, highly organized and works well independently.
• Tact and discretion in managing stakeholder relations and sensitive issues.
• Adaptable and flexible to shifting work requirements, particularly during emergency appeals.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU EXTRAORDINARY

• International and/or humanitarian experience an asset.

WHAT WE OFFER / ABOUT CARE

• Starting salary range between CAD $85,000 – $95,000
• Comprehensive benefits package and confidential employee assistance program services available to you and your dependents from your first day of employment
• 3 weeks of annual leave (increases to 4 weeks from 2nd year of employment)
• In addition to annual leave, we offer a December 24-January 1 office closure so we can all recharge simultaneously
• Inclusive holiday policy
• Paid sick leave
• Parental leave top-up
• Employer contributions to group pension plan after first year of employment
• Optional participation in group RRSP (eligible from first day of employment)
• International and domestic travel opportunities
• Annual all-staff retreat in Ottawa
• Learning and development opportunities and specialized training
• Flexible work hours to support employee wellbeing and productivity
• A focus on wellness and work-life balance
• Amazing colleagues who are very committed to CARE’s mission

If you are someone who thrives on challenge, loves to be part of a dynamic team and you are passionate about making a difference, then this opportunity is for you! Don’t think you check all the boxes? Reach out anyway – we would love to hear how your experience translates to this role! Please apply directly by October 16, 2023. Please note resumes will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the advertisement will be removed once a candidate has been identified. We are only able to consider candidates who currently have the right to work in Canada.

CARE Canada is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified applicants. Recruitment-related accommodations for persons with disabilities are available on request.

CARE Canada has a mandatory vaccination policy currently in place with accommodations based on the Ontario Human Rights Code.

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