The Specialist develops and implements communication and public engagement strategies in alignment with International Association of Public Participation (IAP2) standards and CVRD corporate guidelines. Under the direction and guidance of the Manager of Solid Waste Planning and Policy Development, the Specialist works on a variety of public, Indigenous, and stakeholder engagement for regional waste reduction, recycling, and solid waste projects including the update to our regional solid waste management plan. The Comox Strathcona Waste Management Service (CSWM) has an annual operating budget of $13,000,000 and manages over 100,000 tonnes of waste and recycled material annually. This position would support a number of diversion and education programs for the service directly impacting the amount of waste going to landfill in our community.
The primary responsibilities of the role are to:
- Develop and execute multi-channel communications and engagement plans to support CSWM initiatives efficiently and cost-effectively;
- Ensure CSWM branding, messaging and graphic standards are clear, consistent, and aligned with CSWM core services, strategic plan drivers, and priorities;
- Collaborate with internal teams, partner municipalities, Strathcona Regional District, and First Nations communities for the dissemination of CSWM information;
- Develop and oversee various communications materials, such as issues briefings, key messages, news releases, reports, videos, backgrounders, newsletters, brochures, displays and signage;
- Lead the development and execution of targeted education campaigns aimed at driving behavioral change and fostering a culture of waste reduction and sustainability within the community;
- Develop comprehensive social media plans tailored to each platform to promote CSWM initiatives, events, and campaigns, enhancing brand visibility;
To read the full job description and apply please visit:Communications and Engagement Specialist- Comox Strathcona Waste Management (CSWM) | Comox Valley Regional District
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• High school graduation plus additional diploma of over two years and up to three years with specialty in communications, engagement, public relations or other relevant discipline that aligns with the duties of the role.
• Over four years up to and including five years’ experience in developing and implementing communications programs and engagement initiatives for a diverse organization, preferably in local government.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
REQUIRED LICENCES, CERTIFICATES AND REGISTRATIONS (required for acceptance into the job or to be acquired in first six months of being in the job)
• Certification within International Association of Public Participation
• Valid BC Class 5 driver's license
Permanent Full-Time - 35 hours per week - $41.10 per hour
