Senior Manager, Communications and Stakeholder Relations

Senior Manager Communications and Stakeholder Relations$75000 - $90000 per year full-time permanent generous benefits packageScience North Northern Ontarios original science centre is renowned for a fun and friendly approach to science Norths drawing power lies with its unique approach to play a vital role as an economic tourism and cultural engine for Northern Ontario. Science North and Dynamic Earth are the second and eighth largest science centres in Canada located in the countrys 28th largest city. Science North delivers science educational programming exhibit experiences and events to more than 100 communities across the 800000 square km territory of Northern Ontario serving a diversity of audiences including large Francophone and Indigenous populations. We operate as an agency of the province hosting additional bases of operation in Thunder Bay and Sault Ste. Marie and are exceptionally proud to partner with organizations from across the province on a multitude of ventures. We have deeply rooted relationships with several school boards various levels of government and clients around the world. Ensuring those relationships are carefully cultivated and nurtured is of critical importance to Science North. Our success is built on the support of countless stakeholders. We are currently looking to fill the role of Senior Manager Communications and Stakeholder Relations. As the successful candidate you will sit at the centre of Science Norths executive governance and government relations ecosystem. Reporting directly to the CEO you will provide strategic leadership operational oversight and high-level communications counsel while ensuring the effective functioning of the CEOs will serve as a critical liaison between the CEO Board of Trustees Senior Leadership Team government partners and external stakeholders. You will be accountable for advancing executive priorities stewarding governance and Ministry relationships leading CEO communications and overseeing complex initiatives that require discretion political acuity and sound Leadership and Corporate Alignment Advance the CEOs strategic agenda translating priorities into actionable plans and systemsProvide strategic counsel to the CEO and Senior Leadership Team anticipating issues risks and opportunitiesOversee Board of Trustees and Committee governance including agendas information flow and decision trackingFoster organizational alignment by framing issues to support informed decision-making and shared accountabilityGuide and onboard new senior leaders on governance Ministry expectations and executive processesEnsure compliance with Ministry directives agency requirements and government governance standardsStrategic Communications and Government Relations Lead the development of CEO communications including keynotes speaking notes staff communications media materials and strategic documentsManage sensitive and high-impact communication channels considering political context and reputational riskServe as a senior liaison with municipal provincial and federal officials funders Indigenous partners and sector stakeholdersAct as Science Norths primary liaison with the Ministry of Tourism Culture and GamingCoordinate protocol logistics and briefing materials for government announcements and official engagementsExecutive Office Operations and Advisory SupportDirect the day-to-day operations of the CEOs Office ensuring efficient workflows and information managementAct as a trusted gatekeeper for the CEO by prioritizing issues and managing accessAnticipate executive needs through proactive intelligence gathering and preparationProvide research analysis presentations and written materials to support executive decision-makingSupport crisis response and sensitive issues through readiness and coordinationStrategic Projects Events and Organizational Initiatives Lead high-impact projects and cross-functional initiatives emerging from the CEOs OfficeCoordinate strategic planning annual business planning and corporate reporting processesLead planning and execution of major events announcements and stakeholder engagementsManage external consultants and partners on special projectsPeople Leadership and Operational Management Provide leadership for CEO Office staff including recruitment performance management and developmentManage budgets and financial oversight related to the CEOs Office allocate resources effectively and set unit prioritiesFoster a high-performing trusted and service-oriented team cultureRequirements:University degree or college diploma in business communications public relations or a related fieldMinimum 7 years of progressive experience supporting senior executives or governance bodiesDemonstrated experience in executive leadership support Board governance and government relationsExceptional writing editing and briefing skillsProven ability to manage complex projects and sensitive information with discretionStrong political acuity and exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skillsOutstanding written and verbal communication skills in English required (non-negotiable). Fluency in French would be considered and assetCompensation Highlights:Permanent full-time opportunityCompetitive salary starting at $75000 to $90000 per yearAnnual performance and merit increase considerationParticipation in the Science North Employee Incentive PlanFlexible work arrangementsComprehensive group benefit package including medical dental vision paramedical life/travel insurance short and long-term disability coverage 24/7 telemedicine access wellness spending account/ onsite physio/chiro servicesPension plan following one year Science North annual family membershipFree or discounted admission to other attractions outside Sudbury Science North facilities and program discounts fitness membership contributionEmployee referral programProfessional development opportunitiesMinimum 4 weeks vacation with incremental entitlements of one week after 5 and 10 yrs of serviceFree parkingDont meet every single requirementAt Science North we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. If you have any questions or need more information please dont hesitate to reach out to us at online at An early application represents your best opportunity for consideration. Science North is committed to an inclusive workplace and invites applications from all qualified individuals to join our diverse team. Accommodations are available upon request in all aspects of Science Norths selection process. We thank all interested candidates; only those selected for interviews will be North is grateful to work with First Nations across Northern Ontario and we give thanks to the Indigenous Peoples who have cared for this land since time immemorial. We pay respect to their traditions ways of knowing and acknowledge their many contributions to innovations in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics past and present. We also recognize the Métis Nation of Ontario for their historic and ongoing contributions. Science North commits to deepening engagement relationships and partnerships in order to advance truth and reconciliation honour and reflect Indigenous ways of knowing grow economic opportunities and collaborate with Indigenous peoples as partners in order to inspire all people to be engaged with science in the world around North is a registered North is an agency of the Government of Ontario.