Manager 21-093

Competition # MGR 21-093 June 24, 2021
*Marketing & Communications Permanent, Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly; days
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Marymound is a non-profit organization offering programming and services to children, youth and families in Manitoba using a
strength-based and trauma-informed approach. We believe in finding the good in every young person who walks through our doors.
Marymound is guided by its core values: Courage, Collaboration, Respect, Compassion and Spirituality.

Our ideal team member is passionate about making a difference and is committed to empowering the young people we support. We
are looking for individuals who will positively contribute to an inclusive, non-judgmental and fun environment. Marymounders are
leaders who are confident, resilient and open to trying new things. If you join our team, you can expect a challenging, yet rewarding
and fulfilling career.

The Manager, Marketing & Communications is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of internal and external
communication activities at the organization, including marketing activities for all Marymound programs, fund development activities,
the training institute and the organization as a whole.

Primary responsibilities of the position include:
_Marketing & Branding

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Develops and delivers strategies integral to organizational brand and continuity of such;

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Develops and supports implementation of strategic marketing plans;

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Identifies and facilitates media opportunities through TV, radio, print and other platforms;

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Negotiates media buys;

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Writes, designs and evaluates advertising campaigns;

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Participates in matters relating to Fund Development including stewardship and donor asks, and event planning and
coordination;

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Designs and develops banners, billboards, brochures, and other collateral materials to promote the organization

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Develops and expands various contact lists/data bases related to different marketing efforts (programs, events, training
institute)

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Oversees the agency web site including design, content development, maintenance and inquiries made through the “contact
us” portal.
_Communications

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Acts as the contact person and spokesperson for all public inquiries regarding Marymound, alongside the CEO;

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Leads crisis communications management pertaining to public attention on urgent and/or concerning events at the
organization (i.e. fatality, public complaints, etc.);

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Seeks opportunities to promote the agency, both generally and with respect to specific issues, through the media;

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Leads communications related to special projects as assigned;

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Acts as the agency’s photographer/videographer;

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Develops, leads and evaluates an effective internal and external communications strategy for Marymound;

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Supports effective internal communication by designing events and other strategies and participates in their implementation;

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Manages all public relations matters, including press conferences, media relations, and news releases;

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Develops speaking materials for the CEO including speeches, presentations, etc.;

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Creates and manages regular content for social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram);

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Designs and develops content for the Annual Report and internal materials for programs such as welcome books, posters,
brochures etc.;

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Produces Marymound’s internal and external newsletters;

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Manages print production for all agency materials;

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Leads and participates in subcommittees and ad hoc event committees as required including the Bursary Committee, and the
Annual Meeting;

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Provides counsel to all program and service areas on marketing, communication, internal communication and public relations
activities;

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Helps ensure Marymound’s philosophy, mission and values are visible and practiced throughout the organization.
_Management

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Provides direct supervision to direct reports, including regular supervisions and annual performance reviews

*Qualifications:

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Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications or public relations;

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Minimum of 5 years working experience in communications or public relations;

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Superior verbal and written communication skills;

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Graphic design skills to creatively and successfully deliver communications through different mediums including newsletters,
annual reports, brochures, and website content development;

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Leadership skills to facilitate and direct a comprehensive range of activities to promote the agency and educate the general
public about its various programs and services;

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Ability to relate well with the media, government and other public representatives, and to act as a spokesperson;

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Ability to provide direction and advice on internal and external communications;

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Demonstrated understanding of utilizing social media platforms (i.e. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter);

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Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities and take initiative;

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Demonstrated decision making and problem solving skills;

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Ability to engage and build effective relationships internally with all staff to support understanding staffs’ needs, stories
related to the work of Marymound, and to inform internal communications plans;

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Advanced computer skills using including but not limited to Adobe design software, Microsoft Office suite, MailChimp and
WordPress;

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Experience in a non-profit or social services setting would be considered an asset;

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Knowledge of Indigenous culture, or willingness to learn, is essential;
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Employment opportunities are advertised on our website at www.marymound.com*_
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Satisfactory Criminal Record and clear Vulnerable Sector checks;

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Clear Child Abuse Registry and satisfactory Prior Contact checks.

Marymound offers: competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits and pension package for qualified positions, opportunities for growth
and advancement, professional development opportunities, wellness programming, fun events including a yearly staff retreat and staff
BBQ’s, access to Elders and Indigenous Cultural Services and much more!
Deadline for applications: July 8, 2021
Salary Range: A8 Scale $29.67 – $36.10
Internal Applicants: Submit ‘Internal Application Form’ with cover letter and current resume
External Applicants: Submit a cover letter and résumé quoting bulletin # to:
Competition No. MGR 21-093
Human Resources
442 Scotia Street
Winnipeg, MB R2V 1X4
Or e-mail: [email protected]
Or online at https://www.marymound.com/main/employment-volunteer/available-opportunities/
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Employment opportunities are advertised on our website at www.marymound.com

Location: 442 Scotia Street

Winnipeg,MB R2V 1X4, Winnipeg, MB

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $29.67-$36.10 per hour