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BC Housing

Senior Communications Advisor, Media Relations & Issues Management

Burnaby, BC, Canada

$77,381.86 - $89848.11 - Annually · Full-time

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Pay: $77,381.86 - $89848.11 - Annually
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Aug 20, 2026

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Position Summary

SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR, MEDIA RELATIONS & ISSUES MANAGEMENT

Job ID: 6976

REGULAR/FULL-TIME

Location: BURNABY, BC

To be considered for this role, applications MUST be submitted online, by clicking on 'Apply' below.

Join one of BC’s Top Employers!
Be part of an exceptional company culture with great employee benefits and a healthy work/life balance!

BC Housing thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

THE ORGANIZATION

BC Housing is a provincial Crown Corporation that develops, manages and administers a wide range of subsidized housing options for those most in need across the province to address critical gaps across the housing continuum ranging from emergency shelter through to rent assistance in the private market and affordable home ownership. Share in the rewards of working with an organization that offers challenging work and competitive compensation and supports the growth and development of its people.

Our mission is to provide access to safe, quality, accessible, and affordable housing options. We do this to promote strong, inclusive communities where people can thrive.

BC Housing offers competitive salaries and an excellent benefits package. But a job is more than a pay cheque. We also offer our staff the opportunity to work together to make a difference. When employees go home at the end of the day, they experience the satisfaction of knowing they’ve helped provide safe, affordable housing for British Columbians. And while they’re here, employees can take advantage of many opportunities:

In-house training, and training at other institutions, for courses related to employees’ current positions or to prepare them for advancement within BC Housing.
Wellness programs including physical fitness, programs to help employees quit smoking, free flu shots, mental health resources, and lunch-and-learn lectures and seminars.
Recognition programs including long-term service awards, idea recognition and outstanding performance awards.
Livegreen incentives include an employee transit pass program, and other initiatives that encourage alternative, sustainable transportation (even a bike purchase program!).
An active Social Club that organizes special events like seasonal parties and arranges group discounts to other events.
Participation in community and charitable events.

** Please note: Eligibility for benefits offered is based on employment status **

SENIOR COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR, MEDIA RELATIONS & ISSUES MANAGEMENT:

$77,381.86 - $89848.11 - Annually

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Media Relations & Issues Management, the Senior Communications Advisor, Media Relations & Issues Management is responsible for developing and implementing strategic communications planning and advice in support of BC Housing’s corporate objectives. He/she/they is a key contributor in building awareness of the Commission’s media initiatives and is responsible for providing guidance on developing communications, media relations, and issues management strategies. The position would provide advice and support to BC Housing’s Executive, management, and staff as issues emerge. The role prepares key messaging for media events, responds to media requests, proactively pitches stories, develops event plans, and writes engaging content for all communications initiatives.

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The successful candidate will have the following:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in communications, public engagement, or other relevant discipline.
Extensive experience in the communications field in the areas of communications planning, issues management, media relations, and event managements.
Considerable experience in an advisory role to other Communications staff, as well as in the public sector.
Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the employer.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

Considerable knowledge and understanding of the philosophy, theories, and principles of the communications discipline.
Considerable knowledge of the objectives, programs, and best practices of strategic communications planning, media relations, issues management, events management, and stakeholder relations.
Proficient in the use of MS Office applications including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Strong verbal, writing, editing, and presentation skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently and as a team player.
Ability to create and foster strong working relationships with internal and external partners and stakeholders in planning and implementing communication strategies, providing strategic communications advice, and facilitating problem-solving to manage issues, mitigate risks, and achieve results.
Ability to draft concise briefing notes, issues notes, and communications plans.
Ability to synthesize and articulate complex issues, problem solve, and facilitate the implementation of effective solutions.
Ability to work with a variety of partners and stakeholders, agencies, and contractors.
Ability to provide strong team leadership on various projects and provide advice and counsel to other Communications staff in the performance of their duties.
Ability to work under tight deadlines and pressures, with scrupulous attention to detail.
Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner and display a high degree of judgement, discretion, and decision-making ability.
Ability to draft social media messaging.
Ability to travel on Commission business as required.
Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as required; after hours duties (on call) may be assigned as required.
Valid BC Driver’s License and must meet requirements to qualify for rental car insurance.

How to Apply:

Please review the attached job description for a complete list of duties, qualifications and competencies. To be considered for this competition, applicants must submit a cover letter and resume clearly identifying how they meet the qualifications necessary for this position. This information will be used as part of the selection process.

Your cover letter and resume should be submitted as one document in your profile when applying for this position. Please add your cover letter to your resume and submit both documents as your resume.

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As part of the application process, you will be prompted to fill out a questionnaire which must be completed in order for your application to be considered. Please allot up to 5 minutes to fill it out after submitting your resume and cover letter as one single document.

Only applications submitted using the Online Recruitment System at www.bchousing.org/careers will be accepted

If you are passionate about what you do and want to use your expertise to engage in meaningful and challenging work, please apply to join our team today at www.bchousing.org/careers

At BC Housing, we're committed to providing a healthy, safe and inclusive workplace where respect and diversity are recognized assets. We invite and welcome applications from women, visible minorities, Indigenous People, People with Disabilities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and all people committed to meaningful work that makes a difference. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact hr_admin@bchousing.org .

We didn’t become one of BC’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Greenest Employers without a lot of thought, care and consideration for our team and environment. Our supportive and collaborative workplace balances engaging and challenging work with personal development and wellness initiatives.

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Responsibilities

The role involves developing and implementing strategic communications and issues management plans to support corporate objectives. Key duties include responding to media requests, drafting key messaging, and providing strategic advice to executive management.

Requirements

Requires a bachelor's degree in communications or a related field and extensive experience in media relations and public sector advisory roles. Candidates must possess strong writing skills and the ability to manage complex issues under tight deadlines.

Skills

Strategic Communications Planning
Issues Management
Media Relations
Event Management
Stakeholder Relations
Briefing Note Drafting
Public Sector Communications
Social Media Messaging
MS Office
Writing
Editing
Presentation Skills
Interpersonal Skills
Time Management
Problem Solving
Team Leadership

Benefits

Health benefits
In-house training
Wellness programs
Mental health resources
Recognition programs
Long-term service awards
Employee transit pass program
Bike purchase program
Social club

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Keywords

Media Relations
Issues Management
Strategic Communications
Public Sector
Crown Corporation
Stakeholder Engagement
Briefing Notes
Event Planning
MS Excel
MS Word
MS PowerPoint
MS Outlook
Social Media
Public Relations
Corporate Communications
Risk Mitigation

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