Director, Communications & Government Reporting | |
| Job ID | F4-93-C7-02-AB-5C |
| Company | Atomic Energy Of Canada Ltd. |
| Location | Chalk River |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2023-01-09 |
| Posted Until | 2023-07-08 |
| Job Type | Fixed-term |
| Job Category | Miscellaneous |
| Description | |
| Canada's leader in nuclear science and technology, Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL), is searching for a Director of Communications and Government Reporting to join a dynamic and highly motivated management team. AECL is a federal Crown corporation that delivers innovative solutions to address urgent challenges posed by climate change, health care, environmental remediation, and security. AECL is looking for a strategic thinker, who can organize and lead the communications team, and who possesses excellent communications skills. Reporting to the VP, Communications and Public Affairs, the Director will manage AECL's internal and external communications including relations with the media, nuclear communities, Indigenous communities, and stakeholders that include industry and environmental organizations. The Director will also provide oversight of communications activities undertaken by AECL's contractor, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), to ensure alignment with those of AECL and the Government of Canada. This position is also responsible for government reporting and other aspects of government relations. The Director could be called upon to travel to represent AECL and make presentations at nuclear conferences both across Canada and around the world. The position will be for a three-year term and be based out of AECL's Ottawa or Chalk River, Ontario office locations. Essential Responsibilities: - Provide advice and leadership for all aspects of AECL's strategic communications activities, including the development of AECL's corporate narrative and brand, and communicate it appropriately in the government context. - Lead AECL's communications team and oversee all communication and public-facing activities for the organization, including speeches and sponsorships, media engagement, public engagement meetings, web presence, social media, newsletters, government reporting etc. - Develop and update AECL's strategic communications strategy and oversee all aspects of stakeholder relations, including stakeholder outreach and engagement, and dissemination of information to stakeholders through a variety of means and media. - Identify risks and monitor issues by tracking the public and government environments and ensuring emerging issues are addressed and senior managers informed. - Oversee the contractor's (CNL's) activities related to communications, stakeholder relations and Indigenous engagement. Ensure CNL's communication products, strategies, and activities are in line with AECL's interests and priorities. - Coordinate Parliamentary briefings and meetings to ensure timely and accurate responses to Parliamentary requests for information related to AECL. - Implement AECL's priorities for reconciliation by building strong and meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities, and by working with CNL to find opportunities for partnerships and to enhance collaboration. - Support the VP, Communications & Public Affairs and others at AECL on internal and external communications, including by providing support for participation at conferences and events, providing advice and preparing materials for internal communications and all-staff meetings, and all other communications needs as requested. - Support AECL's strategic business planning and corporate reporting activities. - Build and maintain relationships with other levels of government, multilateral organizations, third party organizations and governments in other jurisdictions to share best practices and advance AECL priorities. - Other duties as required Required Skills, Experience and Qualifications: - University Degree in Public Affairs, Communications, Political Science, Public Policy, English, French or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. - Substantial experience working with government and non-government stakeholders in communications and stakeholder relations. - Experience analyzing complex and sensitive issues and making recommendations to senior executives. - Proven skills in writing presentation, editing, social media, development of communications plans and strategies. - Experience representing a large organization or government department/agency in national or international meetings or with the media. - Experience in Indigenous engagement, and knowledge of the Crown's context and obligations as they relate to Indigenous engagement and consultations. - Experience in corporate planning and reporting or government planning and reporting. - Knowledge of nuclear-related issues is considered an asset. - Excellent interpersonal skills to gain commitment and support from key stakeholders and to build relationships with Indigenous communities. Please note the selected candidate must successfully meet Government of Canada security clearance requirements. While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. AECL is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to promoting a culturally diverse workplace. Preference may be given to members of a designated group (i.e., a woman, an Indigenous person, a person with a disability or a visible minority) to address identified under-representation, if applicable. We encourage candidates to self-identify. Preference may be given to individuals who are bilingual. About AECL: As a federal Crown corporation, Atomic Energy of Canada Limited (AECL) has a mandate to enable nuclear science and technology and manage the Government of Canada's radioactive waste liabilities. Since 2015, AECL has been delivering its mandate through a Government-owned, Contractor-operated (GoCo) business model, whereby a private-sector organization, Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), is responsible for managing and operating AECL's sites on its behalf, pursuant to long term agreements. AECL's objectives under the GoCo model include accelerating Environmental Remediation Management, managing the Federal Nuclear Science and Technology Work Plan in support of government priorities and needs, and building a world-class nuclear laboratory that fulfils government priorities and grows commercial revenues, while reducing or containing costs and risks to Canada. Website: www.aecl.ca Linkedin: @AECL Twitter: @AECL_EACL Facebook: @atomicenergycanada | |
| Languages | Bilingual Is An Asset |
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