Reference Number: 10796
Department: Communications
Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada
Type of Employment: Regular, Full-time
Date Posted: November 29, 2022

Nova Scotia Power’s greatest source of energy is our people. In a culture focused on safety, we’re committed to providing exceptional service to our customers and rewarding jobs to our employees. We’re hiring solution-minded people excited to help us grow into the future. We are currently looking to fill the position of Director, Corporate Communications.

Reporting to the Vice President Strategy and Engagement, the Director of Corporate Communications is responsible for the development and implementation of NSP’s corporate communications strategy, aligning goals and objectives with the company’s vision, values, and strategies.
The Director of Corporate Communications is accountable for managing external and internal communications with the goal of sharing NSP’s brand story with customers, employees, and key stakeholders, while increasing the broader profile and reputation for the organization.
Accountabilities:
Communications Strategy and Leadership

• Lead and manage a team to support the development and implementation of NS Power’s corporate communications strategy with the goal of increasing the visibility and understanding of NS Power’s strategic initiatives with key stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, expertise, and planning in all areas of corporate communications (internal and external) for, and in collaboration with management, subject matter experts and external partners.
• Identify challenges and emerging issues faced by the organization. Work with the Leadership team and internal teams to recognize internal and external communications’ opportunities and define and execute appropriate strategies to support them.
• Cultivate and enhance meaningful relationships with external partners and key stakeholders.
• Provide communications support to NSP’s government relations, regulatory and operations teams.
• Establish and monitor staff performance and development goals, assign accountabilities, set objectives, establish priorities, and conduct annual performance appraisals.
• Promote a culture of high performance and continuous improvement that values learning and a commitment to quality.

Communications Operations

• Oversee strategy and planning for both proactive communications and issues/incident management.
• Oversee all aspects of media relations including management of senior communications advisor/spokesperson. Act as spokesperson when required.
• Develop and implement internal communication strategy and plans that facilitate employee engagement, retention, and recruitment.
• Prepare key messages, speeches, presentations, and other supporting material as required.
• Introduce best practices and refine existing processes and procedures that expand the capacity of the Corporate Communications department to proactively meet the communications-related demands of NSP’s corporate strategy programs, councils and working groups.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the communications department including budgeting, planning, and reporting.
• Maintain current and establish new measurement metrics and benchmarks for corporate communications.

You will be responsible for personal safety and that of co-workers by observing and ensuring compliance with all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.

Skills, Capabilities and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications/public relations, or related field is required. An advanced degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years progressive experience with 7 years experience in a management role in communications. A communications role held in either a federal or provincial political environment or regulated entity will be considered an asset.
• Demonstrated experience and leadership in managing a comprehensive communications plan, media relations, and employee communications to advance an organization's mission and goals.
• Innovative thinker, with a track record for translating strategic thinking into action plans and output.
• Demonstrated skill, experience, and comfort in media relations.
• Extensive writing and editing experience with a variety of print and online communications media.
• The ability to form effective, consultative working relationships with colleagues at all levels and external stakeholders.
• Experience in mentoring and coaching a team of communications specialists.
• Energetic, self-reliant, good problem solver and results oriented.
• Exceptional written, oral, interpersonal, and presentation skills and the ability to effectively interface with senior management.
• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines, exceptional prioritization, and organizational skills.

Available for on-call and after hours work on projects and issues management. The Director, Corporate Communications plays a hands-on role during storm restoration and must be available to work during storms.
At Nova Scotia Power, our employees are our greatest strength. Our Leadership Competencies set standards that advance our business strategy, deliver results for customers, and provide career development for employees. We expect members of our leadership team to implement safety, health, and environmental standards. The successful incumbent will also be a visible leader who cultivates innovation and supports change to ensure the business continually evolves. Furthermore, they will build strong, collaborative relationships that achieve results. You encourage others to speak about ethical concerns, listen when issues are brought forward, and take action to address any issues. Lastly, they will motivate their team to perform at higher levels and deliver exceptional service to customer as well as set goals for their department and seek opportunities to build strategic partnerships with others.
Reports to: Vice President, Strategy and Engagement

Form of Application: Click the APPLY button at the end of the online job posting. Complete all required information fields and copy and paste your covering letter and resume into the online form.

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Must Be Received By: All interested candidates should apply no later than* January 3, 2023.* Late applications may not receive consideration

Recruitment and Promotion Policy: When filling vacant positions, we are determined to hire the best candidates available. We are committed to providing employees with a fair and equal opportunity to compete for jobs. Hiring and promotion of employees is based on skills, capabilities, knowledge and demonstrated abilities.
At Emera we value diversity, equity, and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including persons who identify as racially visible, Indigenous, persons with disabilities, women in underrepresented roles and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Applicants from these equity groups may self-identify through the on-line application process.
Emera supports candidates and employees with access and accommodation needs. If you are selected for an interview and require a specific accommodation, please advise our Talent Acquisition team and we will support you with the recruitment process.

Job Type: Full-time

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