Senior Manager, Public Affairs & Communications

If your career has been built at the intersection of policy partnerships public affairs and strategic communications this role is worth a closer someone who knows how to bring people organizations and decision-makers together around a shared goal.

Smart Savvy Associates is partnering with a respected mission-driven nonprofit organization in its search for a Senior Manager Public Affairs & Communications.

Reporting to the Executive Directoryoulllead advocacy strategy government and stakeholder relations public affairs communications and a team of passionate professionals working to create healthier more connected communities across British Columbia.

This is a unique opportunity to join an organization witha strong reputation an engaged membership base and an ambitious vision for shape public conversations build strategic partnerships guide advocacy campaigns and ensure communications efforts support meaningful policy and community outcomes.

What Youll Do

Lead advocacy and public affairs initiatives

• Develop and execute advocacy strategies that advance organizational priorities and influence public policy
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials community leaders partner organizations funders and other key stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to strengthen the organizations voice and influence across British Columbia
• Support the development of campaigns policy positions and public engagement initiatives
• Monitor emerging issues and provide strategic guidance on advocacy opportunities and risks

Lead communications and organizational visibility

• Oversee communications strategies that strengthen brand awareness stakeholder engagement and organizational credibility
• Ensure consistent messaging across campaigns public communications media relations and stakeholder outreach
• Serve as a spokesperson and support media engagement as required
• Translate complex policy and advocacy issues into clear compelling communications
• Support membership growth engagement and community participation initiatives

Lead and develop a high-performing team

• Provide leadership coaching mentorship and support to a team of communications community engagement and policy professionals
• Establish priorities goals and accountability measures that support organizational objectives
• Foster a collaborative inclusive and mission-driven culture
• Work closely with volunteer committees boards and community leaders to advance strategic priorities

Contribute to organizational leadership

• Participateas a member of the leadership team helping shape organizational strategy and priorities
• Support annual planning budgeting and resource allocation
• Contribute to long-term organizational growth and sustainability
• Help ensure alignment across advocacy communications membership and community engagement initiatives

What You Bring

• Experience leading advocacy public affairs government relations communications or stakeholder engagement initiatives
• Demonstrated success building relationships with government community nonprofit or public-sector stakeholders
• Experience leading and developing teams
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate ideas into action
• Exceptional written verbal and public communication skills
• Experience navigating complex stakeholder environments and competing priorities
• Strong judgment political acuity and relationship-building skills
• A collaborative leadership style and genuine commitment to community impact

Nice to Have

• Experience working in advocacy transportation health environmental community or public-interest organizations
• Experience engaging with municipal regional Indigenous and provincial stakeholders
• Familiarity with membership-based organizations
• Personal interest in active transportation sustainability or community-building initiatives

About Our Client

With thousands of members tens of thousands of supporters and a strong network of volunteers and partners the organization playsan important rolein shaping public conversations advancing community priorities and supporting positive change at both local and provincial levels.

The Details

$72000$88500 salary
4weeks vacation plus 10 wellness days
Employer-paid extended health and dental benefits
Flexible hybrid work environment
Home office setup allowance plus monthly internet support
Professional development support
Transit benefits and bike-shareperks
Metro Vancouver BC

Ifyoureexcited by the opportunity to shape public policy conversations lead meaningful advocacy initiatives and contribute to healthier more connected communitieswedlove to hear from you.

Submit your application through Smart Savvy Associates job board. Every application is reviewed by a humanthoughtfullyand with care.

About Smart Savvy Associates

Smart Savvy Associates is a specialized recruitment agency focused on marketing communications creative and fundraising roles. Based in Vancouver BC we partner with organizations across Western Canada to help them hire with clarity and confidence.

We believe diverse teams drive stronger results and are committed toequitableand inclusive recruitment practices. Candidates from underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. If you require accommodation at any stage of the hiring process please let us know.