CAA South Central Ontario
Job title:
Government & Community Relations Specialist 12-month full-time contract (Winnipeg, Manitoba)
Company
CAA South Central Ontario
Job description
About Us
We are looking for a Government & Community Relations Specialist for a 12-month full-time contract position based in Winnipeg, Manitoba. While well-supported by CAA CCG Club Group of companies, in terms of resources, GCR Manitoba is a small but mighty team. We value collaboration, empathy and making a difference in our community and we bring these values and enthusiasm into everything we do. A team player with an appreciation for our province and for the safety of the people who call it home would make a welcome addition to our team.
Who we are
As Canada’s largest automobile association, we are passionate about keeping our Members safe– whether they are on the road, at home, or travelling abroad. Meeting the diverse needs of our two-million Members requires high performing, forward thinking, and innovative people who work collaboratively to keep propelling our business forward. Life at CAA Club Group is fast paced, performance-driven and rewarding. We value our Associates’ career growth and ongoing professional development– and we regularly recognize their achievements and outstanding results. CAA Club Group (CCG) is known for providing stellar emergency roadside assistance to our motoring Members and non-Members. We work hard and play hard. We’re about doing what’s right and feeling good about it.
Position Details
What You Will Do
⦁ Develop and execute key elements of GCR’s advocacy role that add value to the CCG brand and enhance the strategic focus on Member and public safety
⦁ Identify, develop and maintain government, and industry stakeholder relationships while advocating for the overall mission of the organization
⦁ Foster collaboration and cooperation among internal and external stakeholders while exercising diplomacy and conflict resolution tactics to maintain confidentiality of highly sensitive issues
⦁ Coordination of regular and annual marketing and communications with the ongoing focus on raising public and stakeholder awareness of the organization and its work through multi-faceted communications efforts
⦁ Ongoing research and knowledge growth to keep CCG’s programs, issues and initiatives aligned with current trends and data in Manitoba, and to identify new opportunities
⦁ Experience communicating with government officials and business leaders plus an understanding of networking and correct comportment is crucial
⦁ We would give special consideration to any candidate who has community advocacy experience or a candidate who has initiated a grassroots project
⦁ An interest in community-based programming considered an asset, such as our School Safety Patrol Program.
⦁ Some travel (within Canada) can be expected
Who You Are
⦁ Bachelor’s degree in political science, Communications or a related field is mandatory.
⦁ Post-secondary Certification from Government Relations/PR/Corporate Communications program, and/or membership in related associations an asset
⦁ Experience in areas including; Public policy/Public affairs, Public relations/corporate communications, Not-for-profit, Social media and digital communications,Stakeholder relations
⦁ Experience in Critical writing
⦁ Experience in research and data analysis
⦁ Experience in digital marketing an asset
⦁ Strong verbal and written communication skills
⦁ Pre-existing networks in Manitoba communities (NGO, charitable sector, not-for-profit, political) would be considered an asset
⦁ Marketing, project management and event planning experience considered an asset
⦁ Experience on elections campaigns also considered an asset
Our Commitment
Get ready to drive your career forward. Life at CAA Club Group is fast paced, performance-driven and rewarding. We value our Associates’ career growth and ongoing professional development – and we regularly recognize their achievements and outstanding results.
We are caring. We are leaders. We are innovators. We are collaborative. We work hard and play hard. We’re about doing what’s right and feeling good about it.
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Manitoba Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Manitoba with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA). CCG will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.
As an organization we are focused on Member safety, which includes the safety and well-being of our Associates. Therefore, you must be and remain fully vaccinated as a condition of employment.
Expected salary
Location
Winnipeg, MB
Job date
Thu, 18 Jan 2024 03:25:31 GMT
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