Director, Communications

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Duties

The Director, Communications is accountable for the vision, frameworks, policies, planning, delivery and evaluation of strategic corporate communications advice, services and programs.

The Director oversees the delivery of a full range of departmental communications services, including: media relations, strategic outreach, stakeholder engagement, social media, translation, editing and publishing, management of the departmental web site, and production of the annual report to Parliament. More specifically, the Director is responsible for the development and implementation of communication strategies and products for the public release of all TSB investigation reports, as well as for other major safety communications such as the TSB Watchlist. The Director also plays a key role in the strategic and business planning of the TSB as a member of its executive management team.

A detailed work description is available upon request.

Work environment

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) is part of the core public service administration named in Schedule IV of the Financial Administration Act (FAA) and is also subject to the PSEA. This being said the TSB is an independent arm's length agency that reports to Parliament through the President of the Queen's Privy Council for Canada. The organization aspires to be a modern world-class organization that evolves and adapts as it strives to influence changes that advance transportation safety. The TSB has a strong and credible reputation in Canada and around the world.

The TSB is a small organization with approximately 220 employees and 5 Board Members, including the Chair. The organization operates in a decentralized manner through 10 locations across Canada. Employees work in a collegial and collaborative environment.

Intent of the process

*The ability to communicate effectively in writing will be evaluated through a formal written examination.

**The assets could be used at the pre-selection stage.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION

Degree from a recognized university.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Recent* and significant** experience in providing strategic advice and services to senior management on a broad range of communications issues and activities.

Recent* and significant** experience in leading and directing the development and delivery of effective corporate communication strategies and plans.

Experience in building partnerships and/or collaborative working relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.

Experience in managing human and financial resources.

Recent* and significant** experience leading teams and leading change.

* “Recent experience” is understood to mean in the last seven (7) years.
** “Significant experience” is understood to mean the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired through the execution of a large number of complex and relevant activities over a minimum period of 24 months.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Bilingual - Imperative (CBC/CBC)

Information on language requirements

KNOWLEDGE

Knowledge of the mandate and priorities of the Transportation Safety Board of Canada.

Knowledge of media relations and outreach strategies, methods and techniques.

KEY LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES

Create Vision and Strategy
Mobilize People
Uphold Integrity and Respect
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
Promote Innovation and Guide Change
Achieve Results

ABILITIES

Ability to communicate effectively orally.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

ASSETS:

EDUCATION

Degree from a recognized university in communications, journalism or any other specialization relevant to the position

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE

Experience in managing the production of publications.

Experience of the pro-active management, oversight and outreach of an organization on social media.

Experience in managing an outreach program.

Experience in managing a public affairs program.

Experience in conducting risk assessments and developing risk mitigation strategies.

Experience in doing media interviews and news conferences.

Experience in promoting and implementing a digital shift within an organization.

Experience of web 2.0 and social media technology and standards.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS

The Transportation Safety Board of Canada is committed to achieve a representative workforce. Selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as being a member of one or more of the following groups: Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, women and visible minorities.

Information on employment equity

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The incumbent of this position is required to travel in Canada and abroad.

The incumbent of this position must respond to emergency situations without advanced notice and be able to work irregular hours.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Other information

The TSB was created as an independent agency due to the importance of impartiality in the conduct of investigations. It is fundamental to the achievement of the TSB’s mandate for employees to be free from real, apparent or potential conflicts of interest in the conduct of day to day operations. As such, and in accordance with the TSB Code of Values and Ethics, the successful candidate in this selection process cannot directly own an interest (shares or other) in a company involved in the air, marine, rail, or pipeline industry. Other personal activities relating to these industries may also represent a conflict of interest. Should you have concerns in regards to your candidacy or any real, apparent or potential conflicts of interest, you are strongly encouraged to raise them as early in the process as possible. For additional information on TSB Code of Values and Ethics, please visit the website at: http://www.tsb.gc.ca/eng/index.asp

Reference checks may be sought.

An interview may be administered.

A test may be administered.

A situational exercise may be administered.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.