Jobline:Director of Communications - Nova Scotia Liberal Caucus

The Nova Scotia Liberal Caucus is seeking a Director of Communications to lead our communications team. Specific task requirements are listed below.
Communications Director Job Responsibilities:
Establish and drive, using internal and external resources, a multi-channel communications strategy.
Leads issues management, ensuring identification of emerging issues and media opportunities for Leader and Caucus.
Manage and assist internal and external resources in the preparation of all communications material.
Develop Leader and Caucus brand voice and maintain Leader and Caucus brand integrity across all platforms.
Manage media relations and develop and maintain contacts with media members, influencers, and community leaders.
Lead a team of communication, marketing, and design professionals.
Assist in the creation of digital, video, audio and print content.
Track engagement across various platforms and make data-driven decisions.
Create budget for communications team and ensure compliance.
Communications Director Qualifications/Skills:
Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with communications technologies
Understanding of graphic design, layout, and publishing
Working knowledge of content management systems, including but not limited to: HTML coding, and digital graphics production
Experience with social media platforms and social media marketing
Experience with search engine marketing, Google Analytics, and Google AdWords
Impeccable copy-editing abilities
Strong leadership track record
Excellent verbal communication and presentation skills
Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro)
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, or a related discipline
5-plus years of communications, marketing or public relations or related experience
Experience managing digital content
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Established media relations a plus
The Nova Scotia Liberal Caucus Office practices employment equity and encourages Mi’kmaq and Indigenous persons applications, African Nova Scotians, persons of Black/African descent and racialized persons, women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, persons with a disability.
Email resume and cover letter, with “Director of Communications” in the subject line, by January 25th to: liberalcaucus@novascotia.ca