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Internal/External Posting Notice
Title: Manager Communications
Department: Policy Campaigns & Communication
Status: Full-time 1 Year-term parental leave unionized
Location: Ottawa ON Canada
Immediate Supervisor: Director Policy Campaigns & Communications
Salary: $80188 - $104627
Level: Band 4
Application Deadline: September 15 2025
Oxfam Canada offers a generous compensation and benefits program but more than that we offer the opportunity to be a part of our global movement for change. If you advocate for gender equality are passionate about womens rights and share our values of Equality Empowerment Solidarity Inclusiveness Accountability and Courage we want you on our team!
SCOPE OF POSITION:
The mandate of the Communications team is to lead and support Oxfam Canadas public engagement and communications work including branding social media and media. It is charged with leading Oxfam Canadas organizational communications initiatives developing our digital strategies and is the steward of the Oxfam Canada brand. It is responsible for showcasing Oxfam Canadas international programs to the Canadian public and providing marketing and communications support to fundraising advocacy and campaigning initiatives. Ultimately the teams objective is to attract and engage Oxfam Canada supporters and the Canadian public through dynamic digital content and story-telling in our work to tackle poverty fight inequality and promote womens rights.
Under the direction of the Director Policy Campaigns & Communications the Manager Communications leads the development and execution of Oxfam Canadas Communications strategy and supports the Communications team to develop and deliver on the objectives and work plan of the department. The Manager Communications oversees financial and human resources to deliver the departments objectives.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: (This is not an exhaustive list of duties to be performed)
Team Management and Planning
- Lead mentor motivate and provide clear direction to the Communications team.
- Oversee the development of team and individual work plans line manage and conduct performance evaluations for all team members.
- Oversee the hiring and onboarding of new Communications team staff.
- Foster a positive team environment and provides team building and professional development initiatives.
- Provide leadership and advocate on key issues related to the communications strategy.
- Liaise with other departments in Oxfam Canada to promote linkages between the program and public fundraising policy and campaigns and communications initiatives.
- Oversee and support staff to manage communication project budgets including leading annual team departmental budgeting processes monitoring disbursements of project funds and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting on all projects.
- Contribute to Oxfam Canada-wide strategic initiatives and operational projects as required.
- Work closely with the Fund Development Department to optimize our marketing strategies and support implementation with the specific goal of growing and engaging our supporters.
- Participate in the Public Engagement Coordination Team at Oxfam Canada.
Communications Strategy and Brand Management
- Ensure development and execution of Oxfam Canadas overarching Public Engagement and Communications Strategy including media and social media content creation and story-telling supporter growth and website development.
- Ensure delivery of dynamic content and compelling stories of Oxfam Canadas work and its impact.
- Support team to deliver priority communications assets and products.
- Liaise with other departments to identify communications support needs and triage requests.
- Support the development of the communication strategy and plan for the Executive Director.
- Review key communication materials prior to publication for quality control and to ensure consistent messaging and tone.
- Serve as the primary point person for communications-related issues ensuring the Director is kept well informed and issues are appropriately escalated.
- Support the Executive Director and Senior Management Team with crisis communications when necessary.
- Ensure the impact of our work is communicated in support of raising Oxfam Canadas rating with Charity Intelligence.
- Ensure all content is compliant with global accessibility standards and meets branding and ethical guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES:
- Minimum 7 years of experience in communications marketing and/or public relations. Non-profit experience is an asset.
- Post-secondary degree or diploma preferably in journalism or communications.
- Proven skills in team leadership with a diverse team.
- Demonstrated experience working in and with a team contributing to a positive work environment.
- Demonstrated commitment to and interest in womens rights global development and/or humanitarian issues.
- Knowledge of and experience with best practices in communications journalism and/or marketing.
- Experience with crisis communications is an asset.
- Experience with traditional media and social media.
- Knowledge of various digital communication platforms.
- Superior writing and communication skills.
- Experience working in a cross-organizational and cross-functional manner.
- Experience working in complex organizations.
- Exceptional English verbal and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to organize prioritize work and manage multiple projects with high efficiency accuracy and enthusiasm.
- Willingness to sign and abide by Oxfams Code of Conduct.
- Demonstrated commitment to feminism anti-racism justice equity diversity and inclusion.
- Ability to travel internationally often in difficult circumstances.
In addition to competitive pay Oxfam Canada Offers:
- 35-hour work week and the ability to work flexible hours.
- 4 weeks of paid vacation per year prorated based on FTE equivalence plus paid office closure from December 27 to 31.
- Extensive health dental and wellness coverage for staff and their dependents.
- Paid sick days and additional time off for personal and care responsibilities.
- Pension plan contributions.
- Caring compassionate and supportive work environment that recognizes that work is one of the many responsibilities we have to prioritize in our lives.
- Regular opportunities for all staff across Canada to meet in person and virtually to learn connect and grow as a team!
** MUST be eligible to work in Canada **
We recognize that structural barriers shape experiences and job qualifications.If you dont see yourself reflected in every job requirement listed in the posting above we still encourage you to apply!
As an organization and as individuals we stand against all systems of oppression violence and hate. We stand for justice equity diversity inclusion (JEDI) and decolonization within our organization and society at large guided by ourAnti-Racism and Anti-Oppression Principles (ARAO) ourFeminist Principles and oursix core values:Equality Empowerment Solidarity Inclusiveness Accountability and Courage.OurStrategic Framework 2021-2025has a commitment to grow as a feminist diverse and inclusive organization. To that end we have created anAnti-Racism JEDI and Decolonization Strategy 2023-2025with a vision tobecome a more just inclusive and equitable organization unbound by the oppressive systems of racism white supremacy patriarchy and the legacy of colonialism that have fueled global poverty and inequality.
We prioritize creating a compassionate inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and connected. We are especially eager to hear fromwomen and gender non-conforming individuals Indigenous peoples Black and racialized communities 2SLGBTQI individuals persons with disabilities immigrants to Canada and others from underrepresented groups.
If you require adaptive measures during any stage of the recruitment process please notify us at or. We are committed to providing accommodations to meet your Canada has an accommodation policy for persons with disabilities. The job posting is available in alternate formats.
Important Note:Offers of employment are conditional upon signing our code of conduct satisfactory references and any required screening checks. At Oxfam Canada we place a high priority on ensuring that only individuals who share and demonstrate our values join our team.
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We thank all those who apply however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
