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SALARY: $54,400 - $81,600 per annum

POSITION TYPE: Full-Time Permanent – 35 hours per week

SECURITY CLEARANCE: Police Record Check Required upon Offer

DESIRED EDUCATION: Secondary

DESIRED EXPERIENCE: 1+ Years

COMMUNITY LIAISON COORDINATOR

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Executive Director of Corporate Administration, the Community Liaison Coordinator is involved in the coordination, development, and implementation of public initiatives on various projects. They will assist with the development and creation of innovative strategies to advance the public image of the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation (SNGRDC) and its departments. The candidate must possess exceptional communication, social media, organizational, and multi-tasking skills. The Community Liaison Coordinator will work within the policies and procedures established by the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Act as a main point of contact on various SNGRDC liaison projects for external stakeholders and community. Maintains online presence of information on projects and monitors social media and other websites for proactive responses.

• Coordinate and create innovative community and public relations strategies to advance SNGRDC’s public image on assigned projects.

• Writing, communications and maintaining positive public relations is a key responsibility.

• Serve as the main point of contact for assigned projects including answering, screening calls and responding to general inquiries.

• Help prepare content for various SNGRDC websites to ensure that content is accurate and updated.

• Coordinate all aspects of external projects and research. Preparation of communications materials, brochures, media kits, display materials, public liaison materials, direct mail campaigns, and other community liaison elements.

• Responds to inquiries from community members and other interested parties; when needed, recruits a knowledgeable spokesperson or information source to assist.

• Assists with maintaining files and circulates record of media appearances and publications including print/online clippings, radio, and television appearances.

• Coordinate and maintain a process of community liaison project standards within SNGRDC.

• Assists with organizing community outreach programs and works with the Marketing team for coordination of special events that will influence public opinion or promote products, services, or ideas of the company.

• Works closely with the PR department as a support for their initiatives.

• Create and maintain a comprehensive filing system for all files, documents, and materials.

• Assists and/or coordinates corporate based projects, special events and activities as required.

• Perform other administrative duties as required.

ADDITIONAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• A strong work ethic with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail.

• Excellent planning and organizational skills with particular emphasis on attention to detail.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with external stakeholders, third parties and staff at all levels.

• The ability to perform well under pressure and to assess and prioritize workload.

• Demonstrated professionalism and an understanding of the importance of confidentiality.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to embrace and champion change.

• Reliable and able to work independently.

• Ability to handle the public with tact, discretion, and with a pleasing personality.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Minimum Requirements:

• College or professional certificate in Communications, Public Relations or relevant domain, or equivalent experience, combined with a strong understanding of the history and dynamics of the Six Nations of the Grand River community.

• Demonstrated communication, writing, copyediting, and research skills with exemplary attention to detail, a comprehensive portfolio of your works will be requested.

• Knowledge of web design, website administration, writing and working with editing tools such as HTML is an asset.

• Demonstrated experience working with Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, or other design programs.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, HTML, iCloud applications, and Adobe Photoshop.

• Demonstrated ability to produce high-end multimedia presentations.

• Experience using various social media platforms.

• Demonstrated success in contributing to effective teamwork coupled with the ability to work independently in a high-pressure, demanding environment.

• Demonstrated ability to respond to multiple priorities and to meet deadlines successfully under pressure.

• Must pass a police record check.

• Willingness to learn, accept change, and adapt to new ideas, business concepts, and cultures.

• Flexible (extra hours may be required on occasion).

IMPACT OF ERROR

Error in judgement may lead to loss of credibility, poor public relations, public confidence, and misinformation resulting in embarrassment and potential liability to the Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation.

CULTURE

The purpose of the Development Corporation is to enhance Six Nations to derive economic benefits, create employment for community members and generate income to support community priorities.

Six Nations of the Grand River Development Corporation will pursue economic self-sufficiency without sacrificing the cultural values and integrity of the Six Nations People.

EXTERNAL/INTERNAL RELATIONSHIP

Community Members, media, Contractors, Government Agencies, Council Members, Human Resources, SNGRDC Staff, SNGRDC Partners, Maintenance Contractors, Business Partners, and Vendors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position requires normal physical effort.

• This position requires normal visual/sensory effort.

• This position typically operates in a generally agreeable work environment.

• Mental Stress: There is regular deadline pressure from various sources.

DIMENSIONS (FINANCIAL/STAFF)

Review and Create Public Relations materials.

Oversee and manage an annual budget.

REPORTS TO

Executive Director of Corporate Administration

ACCOMMODATIONS

At Six Nations of the Grand River, we are committed to diversity and inclusion as we continue and expand our efforts to become a more inclusive, safe, and respectful workplace. Human Resources will accommodate any needs under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Recruitment processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, as may be requested and/or required by law. If you require accommodation during any phase of the recruitment and selection process, please reach out to Human Resources at [email protected].

NOTE: If you are unable to apply through the website, resumes can be dropped off at the Administration building between 9:00am and 4:00pm Monday-Friday.

BENEFITS TO WORKING AT SNGRDC

• Extended Health and Dental Benefits

• Pension

• Incentive Programs

• Performance based merit increases

• Team Member Recognition Program

• Comprehensive paid time off – vacation, sick, personal time, and paid holidays

• Education Reimbursement

• Company Mentorship Program

• Employee and Family Assistance Plan

• Training Opportunities