We’re Hiring: Manager, Campaigns and Communications

We’re Hiring: Manager, Campaigns and Communications

Queer Momentum is hiring a full time Manager of Campaigns and Communications for an 11-month contract with possibility of renewal. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager of Campaigns and Communications shall supervise campaign-related staff members, oversee and implement organizational communications strategies and lead development and implementation of Momentum campaigns. The individual in this position will play a pivotal role coordinating 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy in the next federal election.

Details:

Start Date: December 1st, 2024 (open to negotiation)
Salary: $75,000
Full time (30 hours/week, 4 day work week)
Remote (work from home) with occasional optional travel

Key responsibilities include:

Alongside the Executive Director, leading development and implementation of Momentum campaigns and communications strategies with a focus on the upcoming federal election.
Supporting Momentum’s growing team of regional organizers.
Working with partner organizations to support local and regional campaign development through Momentum’s advocacy infrastructure.
Undertaking Rapid Response campaigns to address and act upon emerging issues.
Extensive experience developing innovative and creative social media campaigns, including video productions and graphic design skills, is considered an asset

What does our ideal candidate look like? Our ideal candidate:

Has significant (5+ years) experience as a communications and campaign professional within community organizations, social justice advocacy, the labour movement and/or electoral politics.
Has excellent political judgement, demonstrated ability to provide political analysis and strategic advice.
Thrives in a fast-paced work environment supported by a small team of passionate colleagues and partners.
Has developed and implemented organizational communications strategies, including through social media and nation builder.
Is a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, with particular consideration for trans and racialized 2SLGBTQIA+ applicants.
Given the centrality of this role and the close collaboration required with Momentum's executive director, strong preference will be given to an individual based in Ottawa.

We are accepting applications for this role until Friday, November 22nd at 5:00PM Eastern. Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line: "Application - Manager Position".

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