Campus Location: New Westminster
Regular / Term: Regular Full Time
Closing Date: Open until filled with first review of resumes on August 21, 2026
We are looking for a strategic and creative communicator to join our team as a Manager, Communications & Engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who has a passion for storytelling, collaboration and building meaningful connections across an organization and with its communities. Reporting to the VP, Brand, Communications & Engagement, the Manager leads the development and delivery of strategic communications that support JIBC's goals and strengthen its reputation. The role oversees internal communications and the Institute's intranet strategy to ensure employees are informed, engaged and connected, while also contributing to enhancing JIBC's external profile through proactive media, government and community engagement.
In this role, you will develop and implement clear, engaging and inclusive communications that reflect JIBC's values and advance institutional priorities. You will lead a small, talented team to deliver compelling content, strengthen employee engagement and ensure consistent messaging across all channels. The position also supports media relations and issues management, and prepares key messages and advocacy materials and supports executive communications. As a leader, you will foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture, provide guidance and mentorship and champion JIBC's commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and Indigenization.
This role is ideal for an experienced communications leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys leading a team to deliver strategic communications that strengthen engagement, build trust and enhance organizational reputation. The successful candidate will bring exceptional judgement, a strong understanding of strategic communications, and the ability to coach and oversee the development of clear, compelling messages across a range of channels and audiences.
- A bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field.
- Professional qualifications from the International Association of Business Communications, the Canadian Public Relations Society or a similar professional organization is an asset.
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
- Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in communications, public affairs, corporate communications, or public relations, preferably in post-secondary, public sector, or similarly complex organization.
- Minimum of two years' experience leading, supervising, or mentoring communications professionals, preferably in a unionized environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading internal communications initiatives, including communications supporting organizational change and institutional priorities within a unionized labour management environment.
- Experience supporting executive communications, public affairs, government relations, or stakeholder engagement initiatives.
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic communications planning, with the ability to develop and implement integrated communications strategies that support organizational priorities, employee engagement, and institutional reputation.
- Strong understanding of internal communications, employee engagement, editorial planning, and audience-focused communications.
- Demonstrated ability to administer intranet or enterprise content management systems (e.g., ThoughtFarmer, SharePoint, or similar platforms), including content governance and user
- Demonstrated ability to develop strategic messaging, executive communications, and communications materials that advance institutional priorities.
- Knowledge of media relations, with experience identifying and pursuing earned media opportunities and supporting the management of sensitive or high-profile issues.
- Advanced knowledge of digital communications strategy, including content planning, social media strategy, analytics, and the development of visual and video storytelling.
- Demonstrated ability to oversee events and engagement initiatives, including planning, coordination, communications, and collaboration with internal and external partners.
- Advanced strategic writing, editing, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
- Proven ability to motivate and engage teams, while driving performance outcomes.
- Strong organizational, project management, and planning skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to evolving organizational needs.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion.
- Models respectful and inclusive workplace behaviours, and demonstrates a commitment to meaningful outcomes in diversity, equity, and Indigenization.
Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) is a public, post-secondary institution that provides education and training to those who’ll be there to support British Columbians and others around the world, when a life is at stake or when health, safety or property is in jeopardy. Work for JIBC and be a part of the big picture – supporting justice and public safety professionals at all stages of their careers in fields including law enforcement, firefighting, paramedicine, security and emergency management.
As a JIBC employee, you’ll play a role in our educational programming, which also includes complementary and related areas of study – from conflict resolution, mediation, leadership and counselling, to cybersecurity, business intelligence, and tactical criminal analysis – as well as applied research in the justice and public safety fields. Join our team and help us prepare JIBC graduates to contribute to safer communities and a more just society.
Fair Comparison/Excluded/Faculty Equivalent: We offer a total compensation package that includes a benefit plan, which includes Extended Health and Dental Benefits after three months, and enrollment in the College Pension Plan upon hire. In addition, we offer 20 vacation days and 10 Personal Days annually (pro-rated in first year), as well as generous other leave entitlements.
$99,567 to $ 117,138 annually – Fair Comparison Faculty Equivalent Compensation Salary Grid 10
The Compensation Range shown reflects JIBC's range for the role: between 85% and 100% of the sector range control point. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between 85% - 94% of the control point, based on the knowledge, qualifications and experience for the role, with exceptions in the 95% - 100% range. (Remove for Faculty Equivalent keep for Excluded)
Open until filled with a first review of candidates on August 21, 2026
This is a regular full-time (35 hours per week) position. The successful candidate must be within a commutable distance to the JIBC New Westminster campus. Hybrid work arrangements may be considered.
Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online. Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying. Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified.
The Justice Institute of British Columbia is an equal-opportunity employer and is interested in broadening the diversity of its staff. We encourage applications from individuals from visible minority groups, individuals of Indigenous heritage, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientation or gender identity.
If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at [email protected].
