Advisor, Communications ( 15 months Contract)

Job Description

Overview

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At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve. We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores with a range of banners. Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will be heard and valued, and you’ll find career opportunities that align with your ambitions.

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, the Advisor, Communications participates in the planning, development, and execution of communication strategies to support RONA inc.’s business objectives. The incumbent will work in close collaboration with various business units to create engaging strategies and content that maximise engagement with different stakeholders, both internally and externally. We are looking for a strategic, creative, innovative, and organized person who loves to dive into projects of all sizes.

Responsibilities

• Support internal clients in the development and execution of effective communication strategies that contribute to the organization’s business objectives, in order to position and implement key projects through targeted tactics and engaging content, both internally and externally
• Prepare press kits (key messages, press releases, Q&A documents, company positioning, etc.)
• Help plan and prepare content for multiple corporate events
• Create content for various internal and external communication tools, including speeches, videos, and large-scale corporate initiatives throughout the year
• Promote and protect the reputation of RONA inc. and its banners
• Take part in the development of business competition applications
• Coordinate communication initiatives with external service providers

Qualifications

• University degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or a related discipline
• 5 to 7 years of experience in corporate communications
• Exceptional writing and editing skills, in both English and French
• Ability to advise internal clients
• Strong business ethic (ethical duty of confidentiality) and good judgment
• Ability to understand the client’s need and find solutions to meet them
• Ability to dissect key messages and simplify information to reach both internal and external target audiences
• Ability to manage priorities
• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously with tight deadlines
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Ability to identify potential issues and risks, and to make recommendations to address them
• Strong listening, collaboration, and teamwork skills
• Experience in large-scale event management (an asset)
• Experience with internal communication tools, including SharePoint (an asset)

Benefits

• A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
• A cafeteria with a delicious menu and coffee stations
• Electric car charging stations
• A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
• Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)
• Retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• An inclusive and safe working environment
• Promotion of work-life balance
• An employer that’s involved in the community
• And more

If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing
• Industries: Retail