Summary
Description
The Team
The Communications and Engagement team provide expertise in developing, facilitating, and coordinating outreach and awareness of emergency management program, activities and resources with First Nations, local governments, and other important partners. This small, established team collaborates with colleagues in public education, web design, and government communications to help people understand emergency issues like earthquakes and wildfires. They are dedicated to making sure their work is clear, accessible, and inclusive for everyone.
The Role
The Communications and Engagement Lead, provides strong project management and planning for engagement and communication on some of EMCR’s largest initiatives. It plays a key part in building connections with partners in emergency management, like First Nations and local governments, to raise awareness and support for programs that help communities across B.C. affected by disasters and climate change. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team dedicated to innovative, impactful work that makes a difference. To learn more, check out our videos: New Emergency and Disaster Management Act introduced and Strengthening British Columbia’s Evacuee Emergency Supports.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration, English or related field. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- A minimum of three (3) years related work experience in all the following:
- Experience developing a communications strategy or program with demonstrated results.
- Experience developing and implementing engagement strategies or plans.
- Experience creating graphic materials to deliver corporate messaging.
Preference may be given to applicants with any of the following:
- Demonstrated experience developing successful communications strategies in large organizations.
- Demonstrated experience in graphic design, including developing materials using the Adobe Suite.
- Demonstrated experience developing successful engagement plans with local governments and First Nation communities.
- Experience in emergency management.
Proviso
- Travel to support occasional engagement and public education events, as well as operational activations in any EMCR region.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Catherine.Dooner@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
Amendment (November 14): Hiring manager contact email updated to Catherine Dooner.
This position can be based out of any of the locations listed above.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 4 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
This is a temporary opportunity until 05/30/2026. This position may be extended or become permanent.
A permanent appointment may result from this temporary appointment.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.
We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.
How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting.
Cover Letter: NO – Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.
Resume: YES – A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.
Questionnaire: YES – You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
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