We Are Hiring | Communications & Content Advisor

 JOB POSTING

POSTED: December 20, 2024 Closed: January 3, 2025

POSITION: Communications and Content Advisor
SALARY RANGE: Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience
SUPERVISOR: Communications & Intergovernmental Relations Manager
HOURS: 35 hours per week
TERM: Full-time Permanent
LOCATION: New Aiyansh, BC

JOB SUMMARY:The Communications & Intergovernmental Relations team includes a Manager, Youth Coordinator, and Assistant. Day-to-day operations involve dynamic digital content management, graphic design, weekly meetings with working groups, committees, and providing communications support to the Nisga’a Lisims Government (NLG) administration.

The Communications and Content Advisor will play a critical role in connecting the NLG administration with its audiences, including the Nisga’a Nation, Provincial and Federal Government partners, international organizations, industries, and media outlets. This position requires a skilled writer capable of creating concise and effective messages, aligned with emerging trends and technologies.

DUTIES:

• Research, develop, write, and edit press releases, gathering input from NLG Administration teams.
• Create and edit media correspondence and biographies.
• Maintain the NLG administration’s online presence through website and social media platforms.
• Write engaging and informative articles.
• Compile, edit, and proofread content for grammar, punctuation, and clarity in biennial reports and the annual Implementation Report.
• Draft scripts for annual events and conferences.
• Support brand messaging and marketing campaigns aligned with the administration’s strategy.
• Assist with event coordination.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Communications, Journalism, or Public Relations required.
• Knowledge of business communication, public speaking, media writing, digital communication, and marketing skills.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Three recent work-related references.
• A valid driver’s license (preferred).
• Successful completion of a criminal record check.

Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter describing their qualifications and related experience prior to 5:00 p.m. on January 3, 2025. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please be advised that social media checks are part of the recruitment process.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: NISGA’A LISIMS GOVERNMENT ATTENTION:

Human Resources Department 2000 Lisims Drive, New Aiyansh, B.C., V0J 1A0

Email: hr@nisgaanation.ca