Founded in 1994, Breakfast Club of Canada is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing services and funding to school breakfast programs across the country. We work with partners from all sectors to deliver a high-quality national school food program. Together, we create a nurturing environment, where children and youth can access the nourishment they need to succeed and flourish. Our organization has grown tremendously over the years, but our desire to see children thrive has remained constant.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Breakfast Club of Canada is currently seeking a Corporate Editorial and Communications Advisor. Reporting to the Senior Corporate Communications and Public Relations Advisor, the incumbent will contribute to the drafting, adaptation and distribution of content and key messages aimed at various internal and external audiences. They will play an advisory role and help develop and implement communications strategies and plans aimed at raising the organisation’s profile and ensuring message consistency. The successful candidate will work closely with several teams, including Philanthropy, Human Resources and Programs, to support various communications projects and initiatives. Excellent command of French and English, both spoken and written, is essential for this role.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the drafting, production, distribution and updating of the Club’s communication plans and tools.
• Draft, translate and proofread various internal and external documents in both official languages.
• Review all communications from external partners and ensure that the Club’s brand identity and key messages are upheld.
• Support the Programs team with their communications needs, including key messages, brand alignment and the approval of external content.
• Draft content for internal and external newsletters and contribute to their planning, production and distribution.
• Develop and implement the internal communications plan and advise the Club’s teams on best practices in internal communications.
• Provide translations and offer guidance for communications in English.
• Manage translation requests and ensure that each translation accurately reflects the source text.
• Manage various corporate communications projects, such as the annual report and the drafting of fact sheets.
• Draft speeches for members of senior management and support the CEO with key messages, speaking notes and social media posts.

SPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in communications, writing or a related discipline.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a similar role.
• Excellent command of both French and English (oral and written).
• Extensive experience and skill in writing and adapting content for various communications platforms.
• Excellent editing and translation skills in both French and English.
• Experience in donor-centric writing, an asset.
• Experience working in the social enterprise, non-profit or philanthropy sector, an asset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

PERSONAL QUALITIES

• Adherence to Breakfast Club of Canada’s mission and values.
• Political acumen and professionalism.
• Excellent relational and interpersonal skills.
• Team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Creative.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to set and manage priorities.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and adapt to change.
• Rigor and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and a sense of initiative.

WORK CONDITIONS

• Permanent, full-time position.
• Flexible hours to promote work-life balance.
• Summer work schedule.
• Annual salary from $60,000 to $75,000, depending on experience.
• Vacation and personal leave days.
• Paid day off on your birthday.
• Group insurance plan with premiums partially covered by the employer.
• Access to telemedicine services.
• Employee assistance program.
• Group RRSP with matching employer contributions.
• Employee recognition program.
• Health and wellness program.
• Professional development program.
• The selected candidate will work in a hybrid mode if based in the Boucherville (Quebec) or Vancouver (British Columbia) area, or entirely remotely if based elsewhere in Canada.
• Target start date: as soon as possible.