Here's a brand new opportunity with the Victoria Airport Authority!
Agilus is recruiting for a Manager, Communications and Engagement in the transportation industry in Victoria, British Columbia.
Reporting to the Vice President, Revenue Strategy and Business Development, the Manager, Communications and Engagement (Manager) is a strategic leader responsible for managing the full scope of Victoria Airport Authority's (VAA) internal and external communications, interest holder engagement, marketing and brand management activities.
A typical day:
Leads the development and execution of the long-term communications plan as well as oversees the creation and delivery of corporate content across multiple platforms
Manages all media relations activities, including developing and implementing media communications plans, acting as spokesperson, responding to inquiries, cultivating positive media coverage, and providing media training for staff
Builds and maintains strong relationships with relevant industry associations, government bodies, community partners, interest holders, and service providers
Oversees the Community Investment Program
Must be willing to work on-site 100% of the time.
Develops and executes integrated marketing strategies and campaigns
Leads and manages a high-performing communications, marketing, and engagement team, including recruitment, supervision, performance evaluation, and professional development
Plans, coordinates, and delivers internal and public-facing airport events
Successful candidates will have:
Completion of an undergraduate degree or other post-secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field, and a minimum of five years of recent*, progressively responsible experience in a corporate communications or public affairs role within a complex, regulated environment (e.g., airport, municipality, or transportation sector)
Leading and managing strategic communications and marketing programs, including brand and digital strategies
A minimum of three years of experience in marketing, including campaign development and implementation
Experience in media relations, issues management, and acting as an organizational spokesperson
Stakeholder and community engagement experience, including engagement with Indigenous communities
Experience working with Boards of Directors and executive teams
Management experience in a unionized environment
Must be eligible to work in Canada; Must be able to obtain and maintain Enhanced Airport Security Clearance as a condition of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid BC Driver’s License as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to work outside normal work schedule to meet operational requirements
Total rewards:
$108209.00 - $146401.00 annually
Municipal Pension Plan - starting immediately
Full Benefits package - starting immediately
4 weeks vacation to start
37.5 hour work week
Free parking