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Balfour Beatty has an exciting opportunity for a Project Communications Manager to join our

Regional team to work in Plymouth, Devon.

Role purpose

• Enhance and protect the reputation of multiple projects in the South Midlands region through the delivery of an effective communication plans
• Build and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with key stakeholders and have respect to act as an trusted adviser on communications matters
• Embed a customer-led approach and support delivery of project KPIs

What you’ll be doing

As a Project Communications Manager, your main responsibilities are as follows:

• Manage delivery of agreed project communications plans, providing appropriate, timely information to all stakeholders;
• Be the first line of response for issues of concern, working closely with BB Helpline and client service teams to facilitate all enquiry and complaint resolution in a prompt and professional manner;
• Manage community relations activities and participate in project led community liaison working groups;
• Collaborate with Project Managers and client stakeholders to implement community liaison and investments plans;
• Coordinate resource to attend community relations events – including public exhibitions, community meetings and work site specific community liaison working groups;
• Put effective processes in place to manage local investment budgets and maintain written records;
• Develop and maintain an effective site visit programme, identifying opportunities to showcase expertise, raise profiles and build trust with the local community;
• Support the delivery of Balfour Beattys campaigns for industry wide initiatives such as UKCG Open Doors, National Apprenticeship Week and Armed Forces Day;
• Work closely with UK Communications team to to align messaging outputs effectively, manage media activity, talk positively about project successes and ensure protection of the Balfour Beatty brand;
• Identify potential risks and issues and mitigate through proactive and reactive communication;
• Support delivery of effective engagement activities to educate and reinforce corporate messages, operational process changes and safety focussed initiatives;
• Produce regular content for internal channels and ensuring all content is on brand, accurate and signed off by appropriate stakeholders;
• Support and input into project Involved plans;
• Provide point of contact and support for Considerate Contractors Scheme visits and assist with audits.

Who we’re looking for

The following qualities and experience are essential:

• Experience of working on construction/civil engineering infrastructure projects;
• Excellent communication, written and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to write informative and accurate communications to strict deadlines;
• Self starter with the ability to manage conflicting priorities;
• Strong community relations and stakeholder management experience;
• Team player with ability to influence and negotiate;
• Strong analysis and problem solving skills;
• Experience of meeting/exceeding key business SLAs;
• Good understanding of the media;
• Ability to manage, engage and develop direct reports;
• Computer literate and proficient in Microsoft Office;
• Full driving licence and a willingness to travel

The following qualities and experience are desirable:

• Member of CIPR and relevant qualification;
• CSCS card;
• Good understanding of the regulatory environment in construction/rail/utilities industries.

Why work for us

Day in, day out, our teams deliver amazing projects in challenging conditions; developing, managing and maintaining the vital infrastructure and public spaces that modern economies, societies and communities rely on.

About us

We operate according to our Build to Last Values of Lean, Expert, Trusted, Safe and Sustainable.

We support each other to deliver and succeed, placing equal value on all perspectives by embracing diversity and inclusion. Together we deliver powerful new solutions, collaborating with governments, our customers and partners to shape thinking, create skylines and inspire a new generation of talent to be the change-makers of tomorrow.

Balfour Beatty is a corporate signatory to WISE (Women in Science & Engineering). Our aim is to attract more people from diverse backgrounds to help us build on our inclusive culture. We are a member of the workingmums.co.uk Top Employers’ Charter through which we demonstrate our commitment to enabling parents to progress and enhance their careers whilst managing the challenges of family life.

Balfour Beatty is also Gold Award holders in the Ministry of Defence ‘Employer Recognition Scheme’ and actively encourage applications from Armed Forces personnel, veterans and reservists.

Balfour Beatty plc

Communications Manager (P/T, $24,000/year, up to 20 hours per week)

coLAB Arts (www.colab-arts.org), engaging artists, social advocates, and communities to create transformative new work, is seeking out a Communications Manager for a rapidly growing arts organization in New Brunswick, NJ, located in the traditional territory of the Leni-Lenape called “Lenapehoking.” coLAB Arts produces high-quality work across creative disciplines and in response to local social issues, advocacy organizations, and communities of the greater New Brunswick, NJ area.

coLAB Arts’ vision is to create more livable, sustainable, and exciting environments through art.

Current programming includes:

– Project commissioning across creative disciplines including dance, public art, theater, and comic books,

– arts education programming including 7 weeks of free youth programming this summer, teacher professional development, and in-school residencies focused on racial and social justice curriculum integration,

– oral history collection, research, and digital archive stewardship, and

launching a new studio and public event space in Downtown New Brunswick.

The Communications Manager will provide oversight for all of coLAB Arts’ communications strategies including social media, press relations, website, newsletters, eblasts, social media, and promotional and special project content.

The Communications Manager is supported by a number of contractors, including graphic designer, Spanish translator, freelance photographers and videographers, and marketing interns, and reports to the producing director. The communications manager is a remote position, with some required in person responsibilities as needed for events and community meetings. This job is best suited for someone who is enthusiastic and fearless about connecting with people, and understands how to engage a diverse group of individuals. The successful candidate is driven to support artists and community organizers and help them thrive in creating high-quality work and real community impact.

Note on COVID-19: coLAB Arts operates and programs in accordance with State of New Jersey guidelines.

Position Responsibilities Include:

– Social media management including content creation and advertising buys for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Google, MeetUp, and Patreon

– Press relations, including drafting press releases, cultivating media contacts, calendar placements, and securing op-ed placement opportunities

– Partnership cultivation for project and community-based outreach including organizations, businesses, and influencers

– Special projects, such as promoting the Monthly Artist Grant and developing merchandise

– Coordinate the production of project flyers and posters for print and online distribution with graphic designer

– Monthly newsletter

– Manage website content

– Research and secure conference speaker opportunities for co-producers

Physical Expectations:

– Personal computer

– Occasional early morning and/or evening/weekend work hours

– Candidates should be able to lift at least 25 lbs

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

– B.A. degree or equivalent, with at least 3-5 years of professional communications experience for arts, nonprofit, boutique, or corporate agencies

– Strong communication skills both written and verbal

– Strong computer skills

– Strong experience with G-Suite, Google Drive, Microsoft Office, Mailchimp, Hootsuite, Canva, all social media platforms, Patreon, and Squarespace

– Detail-oriented with organization, project management, and time management skills

– Ability to perform a substantial number of tasks independently

– Ability to work cooperatively, foster team spirit, and maintain a positive demeanor

– Experience working with complex organizations

– Ability to solve problems and negotiate solutions with a wide variety of contractors and other project stakeholders

– Ability to manage and supervise people in a clear and professional manner and relay expectations concisely

– Commitment to the vision and values of coLAB Arts

Compensation: $24,000 per year, up to 20 hours per week

coLAB Arts does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, disability, national origin, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship or authorized alien status, or veteran status.

Complete applications should include a cover letter, resume, and three references, and should be submitted through the coLAB Arts website at https://www.colab-arts.org/were-hiring-1. Applications are now being accepted and the search remains open until the position is filled. coLAB Arts is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization. You can visit our website, www.colab-arts.org, and find us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @colabarts.

coLAB Arts

The opportunity

GSS’ commercial team is growing, and we have an exciting challenge for a well-rounded Communications & PR Manager to jump right in. As a core team member, you will work with the marketing team to grow GSS as a global brand. The role will require you to own and execute the internal and external communications strategy for key client and colleague audiences.

What you’ll do

Key responsibilities in this role will include (but not be limited to):

External Communications:

• Develop and cultivate relationships with key editors, journalists and influencers at business and trade outlets, and pitch stories and advertorial content aligning with company goals.
• Manage a communications plan and ensure the alignment of media, public affairs and marketing activities
• Monitor, analyse and report on external communications on a weekly basis, and produce a monthly PR report for senior management and shareholders
• Identify and execute opportunities to deliver content through digital channels and earned media
• Support with profiling of management team externally
• Where required, support with reactive media enquiries and issues management
• Work closely with the PR agency and manage that relationship
• Keep a daily eye on editorial content/news for stories with PR potential and translate them into media releases or opportunities

Internal communications:

• Develop, manage and implement the internal communications strategy with a focus on employee engagement, fostering an inclusive workplace and promoting employee wellbeing
• Assist with events management, including attending and supporting communications for internal events
• Work closely with People and Operations teams to ensure consistent communications around employee engagement

Content & Editorial:

• Create and execute a content marketing strategy with support of the marketing executive to generate compelling content to increase brand awareness, drive demand, and engage our key audience groups.
• Act as an editor overseeing the editorial calendar and developing stylistic standards, including voice and tone guidelines.
• Experiment with the channels and content types we produce to meet our audience where they are, taking creative risks to find new ways to connect with and engage them.
• Support marketing on campaigns with a communications and PR lens.

What you’ll need

• BA/Masters preferred, with evidence of strong B2B press experience, having worked with agencies or within the financial services sector, or similar
• Demonstrable experience building strong relationships with media
• Strong track record delivering and supporting campaigns across earned, owned and paid media
• Genuine interest and knowledge of both internal and external communications

About GSS

GSS is a newly created regulatory technology business which brings global financial institutions together to optimise standards in compliance, by providing a trusted platform to exchange and enhance information.

Initially delivering sanctions transactions screening, GSS changes the way financial crime is tackled by partnering with leading financial institutions and trusted industry partners to deliver effective and efficient screening. As well as promoting excellence in compliance, GSS’ solution significantly removes friction in the customer experience. The solution will perform state of the art, real time watchlist screening using the most advanced technology solutions for list management, alert generation and disposition.

Backed by an industry consortium of financial service market leaders and equipped with decades of industry experience and advanced technologies, GSS will redefine how compliance can be delivered.

Are you ready to be part of the revolutionary organisation that will solve one of the most critical challenges facing the financial services industry?

Working at GSS

• We are purposeful and impact orientated. Be a part of a visionary company solving one of the most critical challenges facing the financial services industry
• Teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of what we do and how we work
• We pride ourselves on our diverse and inclusive environment, where everyone is welcome and able to flourish
• We offer a fantastic opportunity to develop and grow your career within a fast-paced start-up business
• Flat non-hierarchical team structures, offering exposure and plenty of opportunities to learn from your peers
• Flexible hybrid working

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age or disability.

GSS

Join our team at Guardian News & Media (GNM) and be a part of a diverse and inclusive global organisation that delivers fearless, investigative journalism, giving a voice to the powerless and holding power to account.

Our team of award-winning journalists, cutting-edge commercial professionals, and industry-leading digital experts are committed to making a difference and represent a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. At Guardian News and Media, we offer an exciting environment for career development as well as an inclusive culture.

We are now looking for an External Communications Director to deliver a strong proactive external communications approach that promotes and enhances our journalism, business strategy, brand and products.

About The Role

• Draft and oversee high-quality engaging communications materials including press releases, presentations, speeches, social media copy and other communications materials, as part of a strategic communications plan that supports the Guardian’s editorial and commercial goals.
• Develop relationships with key media sector stakeholders, journalists, analysts and other key influencers as part of a long-term plan of strategic communications.
• Build the Guardian’s editorial and commercial brand, and deal with any incidents or crises which negatively impact reputation
• Manage numerous stakeholders and projects across the organisation, drafting plans and agreeing key milestones and measures of success.
• Build relationships with senior commercial leaders, journalists and editors, including those based in our growing US and Australian teams to support every area of the organisation effectively.
• Provide advice and communications support to the Guardian Media Group and Scott Trust boards when needed, as part of a holistic communication strategy.

About You

This role requires a senior and experienced communications leader with a passion for the Guardian’s editorial purpose and values, able to write and communicate brilliantly across a range of channels and styles and to think and work globally as part of our fast-growing international organisation.

They will also have a superb grasp of reputation management, great relationship-building and interpersonal skills and a love of fast-paced environments.

How to Apply

To apply, please upload your latest CV and a cover letter which outlines why you’d love to take on this role, and why you’re a great match for what we’re looking for.

The closing date for applications is Friday 31st March 2023.

All roles at Guardian News & Media are open for everybody to apply. It is important to us that you feel supported and comfortable throughout your application process, in order to perform your best. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Please contact Karen Walter on [email protected] to discuss further so we can work with you to support you through your application.

About Us

The Guardian offers a competitive benefits package including 30 days holiday per annum, a generous pension, healthcare, dental insurance options, cycle to work scheme and 2 paid volunteering days per year.

We have a strong commitment to your learning, development and wellbeing, with hundreds of different courses available – ranging from bite-sized e-learning courses, to on-site workshops and professional certifications.

It’s the talent, energy and commitment our people bring to our business that make us who we are. Across our business we have some of the brightest and best people in media and beyond: award winning journalists, cutting edge commercial teams, industry leading digital talent and much, much more.

We are a vibrant and diverse community with many events groups and forums to get involved in. Our Kings Place offices overlook Regents Canal, with the newly-developed Coal Drops Yard, Granary Square and St Pancras Square shops, restaurants and pop-ups.

We value and respect all differences (seen and unseen) in all people at the Guardian. We aspire to have inclusive working experiences and an environment that reflects the audience we serve, where our people have equal access to career development opportunities, their voices are heard and can contribute to our future. The Guardian actively encourages applications from BAME candidates.

At The Guardian, many of our staff work flexibly and we will consider all requests for flexible working arrangements.

The Guardian

Kiterocket, a fast-growing PR and marketing agency specializing in technology, consumer and renewable energy industries, is seeking an Account Manager to join our Technology practice in our Phoenix office. The Technology team focuses primarily on semiconductor manufacturing, IoT and electronics clients who are category leaders and industry pioneers. Candidates will ideally work out of our Phoenix office, though applicants in Seattle will also be considered.

As an agency, we: are a team of engaged and connected experts who bring exceptional ideas and execution to the table to provide measurable and meaningful impact for our clients, making us a valued partner and trusted ally.

As a qualified candidate, you: are a talented team player who can deliver on the above promises, drive strategy and oversee execution through team, project, and client management. Your main mission is to cultivate and maintain strong working relationships with clients daily, ensuring they feel confident Kiterocket understands their industry and company, has a solid team executing the account work, and is adding value to their brand. Candidates with direct marketing experience in the technology industry are strongly preferred.

THE MUST LIST:

• Typically, 5+ years of PR/marketing experience with a track record of increased responsibility, preferably including agency experience
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in PR, communications or related field
• Platform/tools/software experience with the following, or similar: Microsoft Office with proficiency in Word, PowerPoint and Excel; media and influencer databases and coverage tracking tools; social media channels and publishing/community management platforms; project management software
• Critical skill set: PR/marketing strategy development, including solid knowledge of PR and digital marketing tactics and integrated campaigns; PR/marketing reporting and analytics; project management; emerging team management skills; emerging budget management skills; client relationship management; excellent verbal and written communication skills, including AP style; strong presentation development and delivery

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as the primary client contact point for accounts you manage, providing day-to-day strategic input, feedback and updates; flawlessly run client calls and in-person meetings
• Work with senior team members to develop comprehensive strategic PR/marketing plans leveraging both traditional and emerging tactics, then oversee team members to execute the plan
• Work with senior team members to clearly define client goals, agree on measurable KPIs against these goals, and establish the data input system to capture progress
• Support brand, positioning and key messaging development, as well as crisis planning
• Develop and/or review/edit/finalize an array of execution assets developed by junior team members, including: strategic plan contributions, messaging documents; press and marketing materials; media lists; social media content; design deliverables, and other routine assets
• Serve as quality control, ensuring all team documents and deliverables align with the clients’ brand, positioning and goals, and meet high-quality standards
• Drive all measurement and reporting, including strategic insights on how to further improve
• Work with your Account/Managing Director to provide appropriate assignments to team members, enforce deadlines, and use the agency’s project management software at an expert level to keep everything on track
• Serve as the team liaison to manage Digital Team/design projects
• Monitor fee and track hard cost budgets on a regular basis, and oversee vendor and contractor budgets
• Begin developing your resource management skills by working with senior teams to understand team allocations, agency fee structures, usability rates and other business metrics
• Support your Account/Managing Director with new client onboarding needs
• Contribute to new business opportunities, primarily through participating in meet and greets and pitches when requested
• Serve as a mentor for junior team members, providing feedback and encouragement on a regular basis

The anticipated salary range for this position is $70,000-$85,000. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, knowledge, skills, other job-related qualifications, and geography. Kiterocket’s robust benefits include paid medical insurance, voluntary dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with 3% company safe harbor contributions, 10 paid holidays, two weeks paid sick leave, and two+ weeks of accrued PTO. Employees from diverse or underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Interested applicants, please send a brief cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please include “Account Manager, Phoenix” in the subject line.

Kiterocket

PR Account Director

£50,000 – £55,000

Our client is a leading, multiple award winning PR Agency, with over 30 years of experience partnering with a range of international and national lifestyle/hospitality luxury clients; from Michelin-starred restaurants, spa’s, gastropubs, luxury hotels and award winning bars – recently voted for ‘Top 10 in Hospitality Comms’. A friendly, driven and passionate team of PR, social media and marketing experts with a reputation for innovation and success.

We’re looking for a passionate and driven leader to work our client’s award winning client base in luxury travel & food; owning client relationships, managing campaigns and leading a team of superstars.

About You:

• Have a minimum of 4 years strong previous PR experience within an agency working on Hospitality, Travel or luxury food and restaurants.
• UK Media Coverage/Contacts
• You have a thorough understanding of the required strategic, media and communication skills required to run profitable and successful client accounts.
• Ability to able to maintain and grow client relationships.
• An excellent track record in winning new business – able to grow existing clients and identify and win new ones.
• A strong industry network and contacts with senior journalists and members of the press
• Strong commercial acumen – first-rate financial planning and reporting with the ability to set and work to budget and monitor profitability.
• Exceptional written, verbal and presentation skills
• An inspiring leader who loves helping their team and clients reach their full potential.

About the role

As the Account Director you will be core in overseeing PR campaigns from creative brief, implementation and delivery to ensure clients are receiving excellent outcomes as well as be able to flourish and make your mark on a fast growing agency with tons of opportunity.

• Full ownership of client relationships, overseeing delivery of client work; media strategy, and account development.
• Collaborating with the wider business to seek opportunity in winning new business.
• Overseeing PR campaigns from creative brief to implementation and delivery & securing top tier media coverage
• Lead, develop and delegate to your superstar team of PR professionals!
• Collaborate with stakeholders to provide support for agency growth and
• Use your creative ability to achieve exceptional outcomes for current clients and manage an extended portfolio ensuring consistency of service is delivered
• Championing the agency values and brand to stand out against the crowd.
• Developing senior press relationships and managing contacts with key commentators, industry spokespeople and sector influencers
• Offering crisis management and counsel to clients and extending networking opportunities
• Overseeing provision of account resources
• Formulating business strategy in conjunction with other directors

About the company

With over two decades of industry experience, our partner has become one of the most respected leading PR agencies in the UK. Their ethos is what really sets them apart, they take pride in developing and nurturing long lasting relationships with their clients and creating tailored based PR & Social solutions to continually drive sales and brand awareness with forward thinking clients.

Which, is also taken into account in their culture, they have a light, collaborative and nurturing culture, to help employees flourish and become experts in the space. Their mission is to develop their people; with an open door policy in terms of being able to discuss your career and job goals. Priding themselves in their highly collaborative, honest approach.

Beyond that, enthusiasm, a can-do attitude, a willingness to work pretty hard and get the job done. They look for people who have a positive attitude to life and are glass half full sorts of people.

Benefits & Nice to Have:

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☀️ Early finishes every payday Friday & weekly early finishes in the summer!

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???? New business & Recruitment referral fee

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If you’re looking for an opportunity to work with award winning clients, expand your skills across various channels with a forward thinking team & business that offers flexibility and competitive benefits, then APPLY NOW!

CARE-TO-SHARE?

Who do you know perfect for the role and in return you will be rewarded!

£150 gift voucher awaits you for every successful recommendation.

CoCo Group

Who is Chapter?

We are a medical aesthetics brand, offering state-of-the-art, non-surgical skin care and body rejuvenation treatments. We exist to empower people to write their own story on beauty, because we believe beauty belongs to everybody.

We are a fast-paced, innovative, and high-performing company. Our goal is to spark joy for everyone-our guests, each other, and the communities we live, work, and play in. We are a team built of extraordinary individuals who are passionate about helping others achieve their goals. This includes supporting your unique ambitions and career path and wrapping an abundance of resources around you. We are looking for a team player who is highly motivated, energetic, and hungry for growth who we can cheer on to limitless growth and opportunities.

Our Value Proposition:

Chapter Aesthetics is a leading medical aesthetic studio providing evidence-based, non-surgical and cosmetic treatments for people who want to live in the “wow.” We focus on helping guests define their goals, customize their plans, start their journeys, and finally, love their results. Our values are our inspirational guide in continuing to deliver on our people-first promise, paying them well and working together to solve tough problems. If you’re ready to start your next chapter, where opportunities become possibilities to shine, let’s chat!

In this Role:

The Studio Manager (SM) is an integral role that plans and directs the day-to-day operations of their assigned studio. This person manages and supports consultative sales, develops strategies to improve customer service, drive studio sales, manages stock levels, and increases profitability. They also ensure client needs are met, complaints are resolved, and service is delivered according to the brand standard. The SM coaches team members to optimal performance, recruits additional team members, and resolves issues as needed. As the primary point of communication for the team, this position requires high attention to detail, strong communication, and organization. This position has direct supervision of the non-clinical team, works in partnership with the Managing Clinical Director, and reports directly to the Regional Business Manager (RBM).

What will you do as a Studio Manager?

• Deliver sales performance and business volume to meet studio financial goals
• Responsible for the overall daily management and supervision of employees including but not limited to personnel files, performance reviews and coaching, recruiting and selection, and training. Includes Performance Management
• Manages individuals in meeting performance objectives, sales, and development goals
• Builds a high-achieving team by setting clear expectations, providing ongoing training and mentorship, and reviewing performance regularly to empower team members to improve and grow
• Attains comprehensive knowledge of all product and service offerings
• Communicate, implement, enforce, and comply with all Chapter policies and procedures both individually and at the studio level
• Resolves all client satisfaction issues, incident reports, or identified concerns; escalates to RBM as necessary
• Responsible for inventory activities including purchasing, merchandising, stocking, and tracking supplies
• Manages the studio financial health and activities including daily deposits, budgeting, revenue projections, and cost of goods control
• Plans and facilitates clinic daily huddles, team meetings, on-site trainings, and events
• Manages facility standards and maintenance including exterior and interior upkeep, safety, and cleaning
• Serves as brand ambassador, conducting community outreach and engagement with the intent of building partnerships with appropriate local businesses and positive brand awareness
• Gatekeeper of culture, creating a cohesive team who demonstrates our purpose and values
• Maintains relationships with all current clients
• Conveys organizational changes and company messages in a timely and positive manner
• Manages scheduling and coverage of the studio
• Fill in for Guest Services (answering phones, scheduling etc.) and Aesthetic Sales Consultant (Visia use, general sales activities, etc.) as needed
• Exhibit professionalism and behaviors reflective of a leader
• Contributes to building positive team morale and recognize accomplishments
• Maintains confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
• Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Completes other assigned duties as needed

What will you bring as a Studio Manager?

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Successful sales experience may be substituted for academic credential
• A minimum of two (2) years managerial experience; inventory management is preferred
• Proven track record of exceeding annual revenue and profit targets
• Extensive and successful commitment to exceeding customer expectations
• Effective leadership skills including multi-tasking, prioritizing, and goal setting/management
• Employee engagement to ensure staff and operational success
• Compelling interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written), strong ability to influence and build rapport
• Must maintain a high attention to detail
• Knowledge of modern office procedures and methods including telephone communications, computer systems, and record keeping
• Ability to establish priorities, work independently, and proceed with objectives without supervision
• Ability to handle and resolve recurring problems

But wait, there’s more!

As a people first organization, your health and well-being is important here at Chapter. So, we offer to all our employees:

• Position-specific, hands-on training, through our very own Chapter University
• On-site team atmosphere and supportive culture
• Monthly bonus opportunity
• Discounted treatments and products
• Full Medical benefits, including dental discount
• 401k plan with generous match
• Paid Time-off & holidays
• Work-life balance
• Career advancement opportunities

Did you know that women and minorities are less likely to apply to a position if they don’t match 100% of the job qualifications? Don’t let that be the reason you miss out on this opportunity! We encourage you to apply anyway. Don’t count yourself out!

Chapter is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that welcomes and encourages all applicants to apply regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital or parental status, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy or other reasons prohibited by law.

Chapter Aesthetic Studio

Competition Number: REQ 5001

TITLE: Manager, Government Relations

DIVISION: Government & External Relations

SALARY: Full Time Admin, Band 10, $77,521 – $96,900 per year

LOCATION: 230 Richmond Street

STATUS: Full Time Admin

EFFECTIVE DATE: April 24, 2023

Land Acknowledgement

George Brown College is located on the traditional territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation and other Indigenous peoples who have lived here over time. We are grateful to share this land as treaty people who learn, work, and live in the community with each other.

George Brown College is committed to creating and sustaining an equitable and inclusive learning and working environment. We encourage and actively seek applications from Indigenous, Black, racialized people, visible minorities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, all genders, and persons with disabilities.

At George Brown College, we have established a reputation for equipping our students with the skills, industry experience and credentials to pursue the careers of their choice. As employees, we are committed to creating an enriching learning community for our students, delivering excellence in what we do, holding ourselves accountable for our work and demonstrating diversity and respect for one another.

What responsibilities will you have in this role?

Reporting to the Director, Government Relations (“Director”), the Manager, Government Relations (“Manager”) is a strategic advisor, and organizational lead who supports the Director in ensuring leaders at George Brown College (“GBC”) effectively build and steward key relationships with officials at all three levels of government and with related key sectoral partners.

• Monitors, identifies, and interprets trends, opportunities, developments, and proposed legislation on matters related to GBC.
• Recommends GBC’s position on legislative and policy issues to achieve desired results.
• Assists with the development of a comprehensive government relations strategy, and related policies, priorities and best practices.
• Seeks to strategically position GBC within the priorities of the federal, provincial and municipal governments by identifying key research sectors within government priorities, creating new partnerships and supporting nation-wide and provincial advocacy strategies.
• Provides expertise, leadership, analysis, and counsel to Director on matters of government affairs, and public policy; ensures coordination and alignment for all government relations activities across GBC (i.e., monitors government interactions across the institution and ensures alignment, coordination, and compliance with federal and provincial lobbying legislation).
• Assists Academic leaders with identifying and securing appropriate government funding opportunities including proposal development and funding submissions.
• Works collaboratively with the Director to develop a comprehensive government relations plan (e.g., vision, key initiatives, targeted relationships, framework, priorities, resources, work plans, outcomes, and indicators) in alignment with the organizational strategic plan.
• Discovers and supports potential opportunities with sectoral partners and acts as an advocate to position the President and other senior leaders as key spokespeople for GBC’s strategic initiatives.
• Creates and coordinates events designed to raise GBC’s visibility and profile and to generate engagement with, and support from, government and key influencers, in collaboration with External and Community Relations team.
• Coordinates and organizes meetings for senior GBC leaders with elected officials and public service members at all levels of government.
• Other related duties as assigned.

What qualifications do you need for this role?

• Three-year degree or equivalent from a recognized post-secondary institution.
• Minimum five years’ experience working in government and/or in a government relations role. Experience with strategic policy and planning – specifically, demonstrated success in the development of strategic government relations plans.
• Experience in complex (public and private), multi-stakeholder environments with sensitivity to issues of diversity and community interests.
• Experience in an academic environment (strong asset).
• Demonstrated familiarity with managing broad ranging, sensitive issues, understanding their implications and developing practical solutions to address them.
• Comprehensive understanding of the political landscape (federally, provincially, and municipally) and academic environment as it affects the priorities of post-secondary education, research, and infrastructure funding.
• Analytical skills and knowledge to assess and successfully predict emerging policy directions at all levels of government and across sectors.
• Ability to integrate large, complex communications and initiatives in a politically ambiguous and rapidly changing landscape.
• Superior capability and capacity to build relationships across multiple stakeholder groups, to collaborate with others and to gain buy-in and achieve consensus in the midst of diverse opinions.
• Strong understanding of short- and long-term requirements for initiatives (i.e., stakeholders, government, financial and legal) and what implications may be across the College.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation and electronic communication skills including expertise with office and presentation software and familiarity with a range of social media tools.
• Strong understanding of government decision-making processes and knowledge of communications theory related to government relations.

NOTES:

• If employed currently or previously employed at GBC, please log into Cornerstone with your employee account.
• Please ensure your resume highlights all relevant education, training and experience that are applicable to the minimum qualifications for this role.
• The College requires proof of degrees, credentials or equivalencies from accredited regional or federal post-secondary institutions and/or their international equivalents. Credentials may require validation at the time of interviews.

Closing: Open until filled.

George Brown College is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). The Human Resources representative responsible for the recruitment for this position will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process. Candidates who require accommodation in the interview process may contact [email protected] and all information received will be addressed confidentially.

As a unionized workplace, we support our internal employees by providing first consideration to qualified applications as set out in the Collective Agreement.

For information on George Brown College, please visit our website at www.georgebrown.ca.

George Brown College

ABOUT COLOR OF CHANGE

Color Of Change is one of the largest Black-led racial justice organizations in the country, driven by millions of email and SMS subscribers. Our power comes from our ability to translate our members’ voices into the leverage needed to win real-world change for Black people.

From working to replace district attorneys unwilling to punish violent police officers to pushing back against Silicon Valley enablers of white nationalists, Color Of Change has a winning track record of holding decision-makers – corporate and political – accountable to Black people.

Founded in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Color Of Change has spent more than a decade building power by leveraging an inside-outside approach to advocacy, and we’re eager to expand our capacity to win progressive legislative policy changes that result in closing equity gaps for Black people.

ROLE SUMMARY

We’re seeking a seasoned, detail-oriented, and savvy strategist to lead internal communications and drive day-to-day operations, special projects, major events, and workflow of the Communications Department. This team member will play a vital role as a liaison between the CCO’s office and other teams, cultivating relationships with staffers and building the systems our teams need to be successful.

This is a role for a goal-oriented person who takes pride in ensuring the Communications Department succeeds so that the organization is better positioned to win real-world victories for Black people.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 30%: Planning, Scoping, and Oversight of Internal Communications:
• Work across the Leadership Team to create and maintain a long-term internal communications framework and calendar with key internal stakeholders that will allow the Communications Department to increase impact, streamline staff experience, and bolster efficiency. The Senior Project Director would hold the strategy behind the communications cadence and would work daily to maintain a proper stream of communication at the LT level.
• Develop shared communications protocols for all staff including the development of a style and narrative guide for internal communications.
• Lead on the creation and maintenance of an org-wide calendar and system for One COC information sharing, creating consistency of staff experience and hierarchy of info-sharing from the leadership teams, departments, and managers.
• Build systems, templates, and reporting mechanisms to ensure that communications strategies are consistently updated, shared throughout the organization properly, and evaluated in a timely manner.
• The Senior Project Director will work with the CCO to research, develop and advance new ideas and areas of work. The role requires supporting strategic planning, including collaboration with fundraising, programs, and external relationship-building efforts.
• 30%: Special Project Development:
• Transform the visions and ideas of the CCO into actionable plans that are delegated to the right level of the organization.
• Plan the rollout of special projects, trainings, and events with the CCO and relevant communications staff.
• Develop presentation decks and run materials through a range of organizational approvals.
• Serve as a thought partner for the CCO in determining the best ways to introduce new information to the COC team and external partners.
• 30%: Systems and Knowledge Management within the Communications Department:
• Work with the Chief Communications Officer (CCO) and the department leadership to ensure that COC’s communication work has the proper infrastructure (strategic planning process, staffing, training programs, etc.) to thrive.
• Coordinate with Senior Leadership within the Communications department to solve problems and create action plans that get delegated throughout the team.
• Approaching systems and knowledge management with flexibility and agility while also strengthening systems that improve efficiency and the quality of work within the Communications department and across the organization.
• Manage procurement and vendor management processes; coordinate resource allocation with the Communications Leadership Team.
• Revise and/or formulate communications department protocols, policies, onboarding procedures, and information-sharing mechanisms to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of CCO’s impactful communications work.
• Work with LT and PLT to ensure that organizational goals and priorities are aligned with the communications department goals and implementation.
• Serve as a liaison between the Communications Department and LT of other Departments (M&S, Tech, Development, etc.) to develop processes to improve cross-organizational collaboration.
• Support recruiting and retaining high-performing staff while taking responsibility for resolving department-wide performance challenges that might develop on the team.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• 8+ years of professional experience, with at least 2+ years of working closely with C-suite/VP-level management while also influencing outcomes and processes across multiple levels and functions of an organization
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to distill complex concepts into clear and explainable statements
• Excellent leadership, team building, and management skills, including coaching and mentorship abilities
• Able to build strong interpersonal relationships with senior management throughout the organization
• Ability to translate big-picture thinking into written plans and presentations and confidence in presenting and advocating those plans both internally and externally.
• Excellent project management skills and attention to detail, with demonstrated experience prioritizing competing projects and multi-tasking across a broad spectrum of collaborators based in various office locations or working remotely
• Dedication to the mission of Color Of Change: to help people respond effectively to injustice in the world around us, moving decision-makers in corporations and government to create a more human and less hostile world for Black people

HOW TO APPLY

Click the “Apply for this position” link and submit a resume and COC-specific cover letter. Applications will be received on a rolling basis.

COMPENSATION

The salary for the Senior Project Director position is $150,000 – $157,500/year. This is a full-time, exempt position. Color Of Change also offers a competitive benefits package.

MORE INFORMATION

Union Position: No

Location: Washington, DC or New York, NY preferred, but remote candidates are welcome

Reports to: Chief Communications Officer

Color Of Change (COC) is an equal opportunity employer. COC prohibits unlawful discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic characteristics, disability, status as a special disabled veteran or veteran, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual identity or any other basis prohibited by law.

Color Of Change

Do you want to advance racial and economic justice while tackling climate change? 

Join our innovative non-profit and be part of a talented diverse team driven to expand access to climate solutions and green jobs across Massachusetts. Our mission is to accelerate an inclusive clean energy economy. We work hand-in-hand with cities and local community organizations to connect communities of color, non-English speakers and renters to energy-saving programs and affordable renewable energy. These programs help families and businesses save money, make their homes healthier, and combat climate change. We are also increasing green career opportunities for people of color, multilingual individuals and women.

We are seeking a strategic and mission-driven Development and Communications Director who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working with a small, diverse team. Your primary role will be to develop and execute strategies for philanthropic fundraising, in partnership with our Executive Team and Board of Directors. You will also create and oversee our organization’s external communications strategy to raise awareness of our impact and cultivate support. You will work closely with our multilingual Communications Team and 1-2 direct reports to execute these strategies. This position is a member of our Executive Team. 

This is an exciting opportunity to deepen the philanthropic donor base of a relatively young nonprofit and to strengthen our ability to tell our story and ensure residents in historically underserved communities benefit from our state’s efforts to green our communities and combat climate change. 

Key Responsibilities: 

Development: You will manage 1-2 staff and work closely with our Executive Team, Board of Directors, and Communications Team to:

• Develop an annual fundraising plan, including creating overall revenue projections and goals, identifying new donors and opportunities to diversify the organization’s revenue streams, and engaging existing individual and institutional donors.
• Build on the commitment of existing donors to increase giving through consistent communications and relationship building.
• Foster relationships with new potential individual and institutional funders, including for federal and state grants, to expand the organization’s philanthropic fundraising support. 
• Craft winning fundraising proposals and ensure timely reporting to funders that accurately reflect our work and expand our organization’s resources and impact. 
• Monitor and evaluate fundraising activities to adjust strategies and ensure goals are met. 
• Engage Board of Directors in fundraising efforts and support development of the Fundraising Committee.
• Maintain an understanding of federal and state funding opportunities, such as those related to the federal Inflation Reduction Act and Community Block Grants
• Implement and maintain a donor/fundraising database, such as Salesforce, in collaboration with our Finance and Operations Director.

Communications: 

• Develop and implement an organization-wide strategic communications plan to broaden awareness of All In Energy’s work, strengthen our brand identity, and cultivate or enhance meaningful relationships with targeted audiences, such as our communities, state and local officials, the media, our supporters, and other key influencers. 
• Collaborate closely with our Communications Manager to leverage the capacity of our Communications Team (3 staff, plus seasonal interns) to support this communications plan and fundraising efforts, including by guiding them in the creation of graphic design, video, social media, website and other digital content. 
• Improve the consistency and accuracy of our organization’s external communications to feature our mission, programs and impact, including working with the Communications Team to overhaul our website in your first year. 

Qualifications: 

• Passionately embraces the mission of All In Energy with a strong commitment to addressing global climate change, equitable clean energy access, or economic and environmental justice. 
• 5+ years relevant professional experience, including staff management experience and experience developing and implementing fundraising and communications plans 
• Proven record of success in philanthropic fundraising for a nonprofit of a similar size.
• Commitment to transparent and collaborative leadership with a management approach that supports individual skills development, while keeping team organized and aligned
• Excellent writer and editor who can communicate clearly and concisely with a variety of audiences, including in grant proposals, to funders and with the general public.
• Skilled at establishing and cultivating strong relationships with partners, public agencies, individual and institutional donors.
• Experience with Salesforce or similar donor database system.
• Experience managing a racially and/or linguistically diverse team and/or living or working in low-to-moderate income or majority-minority communities.
• Experience creating or overseeing the creation of a wide range of digital and print communications materials with excellent visual communications and design capabilities.
• A successful track record in setting priorities; keen analytic, organization and creative problem-solving skills which support and enable sound decision-making.
• Comfortable working independently and as a part of a small, nimble team.
• Willingness to travel around Massachusetts. A valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle is required.

Preferred qualifications: 

• Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and spoken.
• Proven success in applying for state and federal grants and managing the required state and federal reporting
• Experience using tracking tools (e.g. QR codes, coupon codes, unique URLs) and analysis tools (e.g. Google analytics) to understand the effectiveness of communications materials, social media or websites.
• Experience training others to use design tools such as Canva, Adobe Illustrator, or Photoshop.
• Knowledge of website design and video creation.

Hours and Compensation: 

• 40 hours, position will include occasional weekend and evening events. 
• Salary $69,000-$82,500 commensurate with experience.
• Pre-tax health insurance stipend.
• Additional benefits include flexible schedule, paid sick time and vacation time, flexible working location.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

In line with All In Energy’s values to support the health and resilience of our staff, partners and communities, we require all new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of hire. All In Energy follows the CDC definition of “Full vaccination” which may change overtime. Requests for an exemption and reasonable accommodation due to a medical disability or a sincerely held religious belief will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and consistent with applicable law.

All In Energy is an equal opportunity employer who values diversity. In particular, we’re dedicated to broadening opportunities for individuals from demographic groups that are historically underrepresented in the clean energy economy. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace culture where talented people of widely diverse backgrounds can thrive. We are actively seeking people who bring diverse backgrounds and perspectives to join us in this work.

To apply, please email a resume to [email protected] with the subject line “Development Director Application”

All In Energy