Senior Advisor, Employee Communications

DESCRIPTION

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE JOB

We are hiring one full time, permanent Senior Advisor, Employee Communications position working out of Edmonton, AB.

EPCOR's award-winning Communications & Public Engagement team is evolving. As we take big steps to build our brand and push into new spaces, we are looking for great people to help us drive EPCOR's vision through best-in-class communications, marketing and leadership.

We are looking for an experienced communicator to join our Corporate Employee Communications Team; someone who champions our employees and their work, and is passionate about their role in shaping corporate culture.

WHAT YOU'D BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

Delivering strategic employee communications planning, execution and support for company-wide initiatives, and corporate and business unit clients
Leveraging and optimizing communication channels to engage employees and enhance corporate culture. This involves maintaining high standards for traditional and digital internal communications channels, including an employee intranet site, e-mail, and other emerging tools / channels
Planning and delivering both exceptional communications that reach internal audience segments, and on-brand content for internal and external distribution
Leading and supporting major employee events, ensuring alignment with EPCOR's employee experience and corporate priorities
Supporting EPCOR's Communications and Public Engagement On-Call Team rotation in reviewing, assessing and responding to requests and issues in order to maintain our reputation as a caring, committed utility provider

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Marketing or related field
4-6 years of progressively responsible roles in internal and external communications
Experience with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Sharepoint, Google Analytics,
Demonstrated experience in delivering effective, measurable communications strategies and plans, drawing on a range of channels
Exceptional collaboration and relationship building skills with the ability to work with employees at all levels of the organization
Solid project management, planning and organizational skills
Excellent research, writing and editing skills in print and digital mediums; attention to detail
Big picture thinker who links business goals / priorities and company positions to their work
Responds to change with an open attitude and focuses on continuous improvement opportunities
Experience planning and executing events
Excels at leveraging social / interactive / digital media to reach target audiences
Actively uses social media and stays current with emerging digital platforms and trends

OTHER IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT THIS JOB

Jurisdiction: CSU52

Class: P2

Wage: Starting at $50.95 per hour (Final Wage and Step will be determined at the time of selection and are based on a combination of factors as outlined in the Collective Agreement.)

Hours of work: 80 hours biweekly

This position may be eligible to participate in EPCOR's hybrid work program!

Application deadline: August 7, 2024

Internal Applicants: please ensure that you are using your ?@epcor.com? email address.

Learn more about Working at EPCOR!

Please note the following information:

A requirement of working for EPCOR is that you are at least 18 years of age, successfully attained a high school diploma (GED, or equivalent level of secondary education)
A technical/practical assessment may be administered during the selection process and this exercise will be used as a part of the selection criterion.

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