Communications Advisor

Are you passionate about protecting the environment? Do you go out of your way to reduce, reuse, and recycle? Do you envision a waste-free future? If you answered yes to those questions, then we’d like to hear from you. We are the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA), Ontario’s circular economy regulator. Our vision is a circular economy today for a waste-free tomorrow. Our mission is to support compliance with individual producer responsibility through education and enforcement to foster Ontario’s circular economy, spur innovation, and protect the environment. We are looking for a talented and committed individual to join us as a Communications Advisor to support the government’s efforts to protect the environment and advance a new economy in which all waste is reused, recycled, and reintegrated. Responsibilities: Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Develop and implement communications and stakeholder engagement plans and strategies in support of the Authority’s key objectives, including communications for compliance initiatives, media relations, crisis communications, stakeholder engagement, government relations, internal and public communications, and registry development. Develop collateral materials to support communications and stakeholder engagement activities, including presentations and public disclosure documents such as the Annual Report and Business Plan. Organize and coordinate communications and stakeholder engagement activities such as consultation and stakeholder meetings and the Annual Public Meeting. Digital and Social Media Presence Support the ongoing redevelopment and maintenance of the Authority’s website, including content development and management. Lead the development of the Authority’s social media strategy, including managing social media channels, developing content, and contributing to the company's overall digital strategy. Ensure ongoing monitoring of social media channels. Communications Support Activities Develop and maintain strong and positive working relationships with external vendors, stakeholders, and colleagues across the organization. Write, edit and/or develop a broad range of communications content/collateral, including reports, news releases, web and social media copy, analysis, emails, blog posts, etc. Provide advice on proactive engagement, education and awareness initiatives, media requests, issues management, and crisis communications. Monitor the Authority’s external environment, including media and provincial legislative activity, for activities and commentary related to the Authority’s scope and mandate. Ensure the Authority’s brand is used appropriately throughout all communications. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in communications, public relations, journalism, public policy, environmental science, or other related subject or equivalent work experience. Minimum 5 years’ experience in a complex regulatory environment or public sector or public interest organization in a communications or public policy role. Advanced oral communications, writing, editing, and proof-reading skills. Proficiency in Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint. Website and social media management experience. Graphic design and video production and editing skills are considered an asset. Excellent interpersonal, relationship management, and diplomacy skills. Strategic thinking, planning, project management, and problem-solving skills. Strong customer service orientation and excellent organizational and time management skills. Travel Requirements: Occasional travel within Ontario. Working with the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority: This is a permanent full-time role working Monday-Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm, with flexibility as needed. Our highly attractive total compensation plan includes a competitive salary (commensurate with experience), health benefits, personal days and three weeks of vacation. We have a hybrid work arrangement and support flexible work schedules. Remote work is expected to be completed from a location within Ontario. We are conveniently located in North York on the Yonge subway line at Sheppard Avenue. You will be a part of a collaborative team doing ground-breaking and meaningful work with a critical environmental and economic mission. RPRA is committed to maintaining a professional and respectful work environment. Harassment or disrespectful behaviour of any kind by any individual towards our employees will not be tolerated. We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups. RPRA welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Min: $66,446 – Mid: $83,058 salary range How to Apply: Internal applicants and referrals: submit your resume to HR via [email protected] with Communications Advisor in the subject. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $66,446.00-$83,058.00 per year Benefits: Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Employee assistance program Extended health care Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision care Wellness program Work from home Schedule: Monday to Friday Application question(s): Are you located within Ontario, Canada? Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr