Manager, Communications

Job Description

If you take pride in being compassionate honest professional and safe consider an exciting and rewarding career at Shannex. Our communities offer more than a place to work they welcome and celebrateGreat Peoplewho inspire meaningful connections whileLeading the Way to Better Living.

We are searching for aManager Communicationsto join ourBrandteam. This role supports New Brunswick operations based in Moncton NB.

Meaningful Benefits

You will be surrounded by supportive and talented team members who make our communities great places to live work and visit. As an established and respected organization in the healthcare sector Shannex offers opportunities for growth development and advancement. And at the end of every day you will know youve made a measured difference in the lives of our residents.

Additional benefits include:

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits plan (eligible immediately upon hire) including an Employee and Family Assistance Program
• RRSP program (5% employer matching)
• Vacation accrual (begins immediately) and travel insurance
• Free onsite parking
• Access to thousands of perks vendors and discounts through our WorkPerks program including excellent discounts for apparel restaurants technology fitness travel and tickets to some of your favorite sports and entertainment events
• Access to continuing education and training through Shannexs Centre of Excellence
• Opportunities to be part of sector innovation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Recognition and Rewards for service excellence and safety

About the Opportunity

If you are a strategic communicator who loves to build strong relationships and bring ideas to life this dynamic new role is for you. You will be part of an integrated team of communicators and marketing digital and design experts who work together to deliver on the organizations vision steward our brands and drive forward strategic initiatives. As part of this team you will:

• Design and implement forward-thinking strategic plans that support meaningful partnerships with internal partners government media and community organizations. Your efforts will enhance the organizations reputation build trust and support Shannexs five-year strategic plan
• Lead the development and execution of community engagement strategies that foster an environment where the voices of residents patients and their families and internal and external partners are heard
• Build and maintain relationships with government public media and community organizations and recognize opportunities for growing these partnerships.
• Establish and nurture strong relationships with the internal leadership team. Proactively identify needs and develop plans to ensure audiences can access understand and meaningfully engage with information
• Take charge of issue management and provide support in media relations. Serve as the organizations spokesperson when required representing our values with integrity and clarity and maintaining open channels of communication
• Analyze health care longevity principles long-term care and seniors living sectors to identify emerging trends and provide strategic insights that inform planning and decision-making
• Prioritize workflow manage multiple projects and complete time-sensitive tasks.
• Create compelling and informative content for a variety of platforms including briefing notes speaking notes and materials for senior leadership

About You

In addition to placing high value on continuous improvement collaboration and accountability you bring:

• An undergraduate degree with a concentration in Public Relations Marketing or equivalent
• A minimum of 5 years in progressive communication roles
• Proven verbal and written communication skills in English and French
• Experience or training in community engagement and media relations is considered an asset
• A passion for the healthcare sector and/or ensuring seniors have access to quality accommodations services and care
• A valid drivers license with the ability to travel

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Apply today to join the Shannex team of Great People!

Great People is a core value at Shannex grounded in the belief that our team members are the spirit and foundation of our organization. We are committed to equity diversity inclusion and belonging and to fostering a culture that celebrates individuality and ensures every person is treated with fairness and respect. Here every team member belongs. With locations across Nova Scotia New Brunswick and Ontario our team members help build communities that support connection wellbeing and longevity.

Shannex-owned brands include Allbright Life Parkland Retirement Living & Lifestyle Residences Parkland at Home Faubourg du Mascaret and Shannex Enhanced addition Shannex provides Transitional Health Services in partnership with Nova Scotia Health. For more information visit .

All applications are kept in strict confidentiality.

Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.