OverviewOur Government, Media Relations & Issues Management department is looking for a permanent Government and Media Relations Advisor to join our team.
This role will have a strong government relations focus, including supporting the MLA Liaison Program, drafting and coordinating responses to enquiries from MLA offices and ministries, and developing accurate, plain-language briefing and information materials for government audiences. The successful candidate will also provide media relations and issues management support as needed.
You'll be joining our Government, Media Relations & Issues Management team which works to build and strengthen WorkSafeBC's strategic relationships with government, its agencies, MLA offices, and media, and supports an organization that is making a difference to the workers and employers of B.C.
How you'll make a difference: You'll support the strategic relationship building that helps WorkSafeBC serve workers and employers across B.C.
Where you'll work At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines working remotely, and in our offices based on the operational needs of the position.
What you'll doWorking with the Manager of Government, Media Relations & Issues Management, this role will be involved in the day-to-day operations and delivery of the government relations program. You may be asked to:
- Build and maintain productive relationships with external stakeholders; in particular, with key government contacts.
- Implement strategies to improve awareness and understanding of WorkSafeBC's programs and services with elected officials.
- Liaise with staff throughout our organization to generate high-quality communications materials and responses for our audiences, ensuring all items are accurate and consistent with our strategic direction and priorities.
- Develop items such as planning documents, briefing notes, information responses, media materials, backgrounders, presentations, fact sheets, and key messages.
- Support the team in responding to information requests from MLA offices, the B.C. Ministry of Labour, and other government sources as needed.
- Monitor various sources (e.g., Hansard) for information relevant to WorkSafeBC and compile summaries and overviews.
- Support the team with data collection, tracking, and reporting.
- Plan and deliver projects, including internal and external presentations.
- Through monitoring and tracking, anticipate and support the issues management program.
- Consistently model the appropriate level of organizational behaviours expected of all WorkSafeBC employees: responsive, respectful, fair, collaborative, accountable, and forward thinking.
Is this a good fit for you?We're looking for people who can:
- Clearly and concisely present and explain technical information in plain language to audiences with varying levels of understanding and information needs.
- Draft, edit, and proofread clear, accurate, and well-structured materials for senior staff, government, MLA offices, and other external audiences, with a high level of attention to detail.
- Apply strong editorial judgment to ensure materials are accurate, consistent, and aligned with WorkSafeBC's strategic objectives, and policies.
- Develop relationships and work with internal stakeholders from across our lines of business to obtain and understand required information.
- Independently plan, organize and prioritize multiple projects and tasks to meet departmental and organizational deadlines and goals.
- Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients by putting them at ease, responding courteously, and providing solid advice and consultation.
- Apply understanding of B.C.'s political landscape to inform both reactive and proactive government relations.
Your background and experience - A bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, public relations or affairs, political science or a similar discipline
- A minimum of six years of experience in the following:
- field of government relations, public affairs, communications, or public relations.
- And/or working with government, crown corporations or agencies, and ministries.
- Experience working with external stakeholders like elected officials and/or media.
We'll consider equivalent combinations of education and experience.
Important to know Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:
- Successfully meet the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with children and/or vulnerable adults.
- Confirm you're legally entitled to work in Canada
Our benefits As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:
- Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
- 3 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
- Extensive health care and dental benefits
- Optional leave and earned-time-off arrangements
- Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)
Learn more: Find out what we offer .
Salary: $ 44.08 - $55.54/hour
Want to apply? - Applications are welcomed immediately; however, must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
- Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply . If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.
