Communications Advisor

About the Calgary Stampede

The Calgary Stampede is a not-for-profit community organization that preserves and celebrates our Western heritage, cultures, and community spirit.

Exemplifying the theme 'We’re Greatest Together' the Stampede is one of the most respected volunteer-based organizations in the world governed by a volunteer Board of Directors with thousands of passionate volunteers and year-round employees.

The Calgary Stampede is a world-class, year-round gathering place that welcomes guests from Calgary, southern Alberta, and around the world.

Building on a proud history, we are committed to strengthening our role as a purpose-driven, trusted organization reflective of diverse communities.

The Stampede is dedicated to creating a safe, fair and equitable environment, delivering inclusive and welcoming programs, and ongoing engagement with our communities as we align and celebrate different perspectives and our Western heritage and culture.

Position Summary

Reporting directly to the Corporate Communications Manager, the Communications Advisor is responsible for successfully executing various internal and external communications initiatives and will provide communications support for several internal business units as required.

You are a creative thinker and confident writer capable of crafting and executing communication plans that achieve results.

You thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment and are comfortable working with media and a large variety of other stakeholders.

We are a small, collaborative, supportive team that loves to achieve results through communication and have fun doing it.

Sound like a team you’d like to join? We’d love to hear from you!

Please Note : The closing date for this position is August 30, 2024

Responsibilities :

Responsibilities of the role include, but are not limited to :

• Act as project manager, working collaboratively with internal business units to determine communications needs that support department programs and initiatives.
• Support and provide strategic advice to internal clients and volunteer committees.
• Research, create and write content such as newsletters, news releases, presentations and other vehicles as required for print, video and web formats.
• Develop written material for the senior leadership team including speeches, reports and presentations.
• Assist and implement projects and communication initiatives with managers and stakeholders.
• Cultivate positive external and internal stakeholder relationships to ensure objectives are achieved.
• Work in collaboration with the team to respond to media inquiries.
• Carry out media monitoring, research and reporting on specific initiatives, as well as broader topics.
• Act as designated spokesperson as required, as well as identify, prepare and support subject matter experts within the company for media initiatives.

Qualifications :

• Five plus years of related work experience.
• Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications, public relations or journalism.
• Self-directed individual who can strategically problem-solve and identify opportunities.
• Experience writing and speaking for broad audiences.
• Strong writer that can translate information into clear copy and captivating stories.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic communications planning, project management, employee communications and the effective use of online communications.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Highly organized, self-starter with the ability to work well in a fluid environment.
• Experience working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in CP style is an asset.

Benefits

The Calgary Stampede offers a unique and exciting work environment and the opportunity for advancement and employee training.

To Apply

To apply, please submit your resume. All applicants are thanked in advance and only those selected for interviews will be contacted.