JMC is pleased to partner with Encorp Atlantic Inc. in the recruitment of a Director of Marketing & Communications.
Reporting to the President & CEO, the Director will lead Encorp’s marketing, public education, stakeholder communications, media relations, and crisis communications. This role leads two Communications Coordinators and works closely with the leadership team, Board Committee, external agencies, and service providers.
Encorp is seeking a personable, collaborative leader who can develop strong communication strategies, support organizational priorities, and respond effectively in high-pressure situations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement annual communications plans, priorities, and budgets.
- Lead strategic communications, stakeholder engagement, media relations, reputation management, and crisis communications.
- Prepare key messages, media statements, briefing materials, speeches, and spokespersons for public engagements.
- Oversee marketing, advertising, digital communications, social media, and public education campaigns.
- Lead and support the Communications team and coordinate work with external agencies and contractors.
- Monitor campaign performance, media coverage, and emerging reputational risks.
- Support the development of Annual Reports, Stewardship Plans, and other public-facing materials.
- Provide communications leadership for events and special projects.
- Report on communications results and priorities to the President & CEO, leadership team, and Board Committee.
Qualifications
- Degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field.
- Senior-level experience in communications, public relations, or marketing.
- Strong experience in media relations, crisis communications, and stakeholder engagement.
- Experience leading a team and working with external agencies or contractors.
- Experience working with senior leadership and a Board of Directors or Board committee.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and French.
- Excellent judgment, organization, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
- Collaborative, approachable, and comfortable working under tight deadlines.
Position Details
- Hybrid position with two to three days per week in the office.
- Two direct reports.
We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Questions can be directed to Katie O'Neil at katie@teamjmc.ca.
