As one of the most attractive areas in British Columbia to live and work, the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) provides a variety of local and regional services to four municipalities and seven rural communities on Central Vancouver Island.

The Regional District of Nanaimo is seeking a positive, self motivated Communications Coordinator.  Reporting to the Manager of Administrative Services, the Communications Coordinator will be responsible for developing communications strategies for corporate initiatives; preparing corporate communications content, including newsletters, fact sheets, news releases, notices, social media posts, newspaper and radio advertising and website information; the development and implementation of corporate communications policies and programs; liaising with senior level contacts, First Nations, municipal partners, Board members, the public and the media; and acting as the public information officer during emergency events.

Qualifications include an undergraduate degree in communications or journalism plus a minimum of three years experience in a corporate communications environment, preferably in local government setting; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  Experience working with other levels of government and/or First Nations is an asset.

This excluded position offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.  Visit ‘Employment Opportunities’ on the Regional District of Nanaimo website at www.rdn.bc.ca for a complete job description and more information on the Regional District of Nanaimo