Communications Officer
One (1) Regular Position
Fredericton or Moncton, New Brunswick, Canada
Competition # E21437-2024

At NB Power we are a team, committed to offering the best customer experience, ensuring energy security, and accelerating a sustainable clean energy transition. Why? Because we're New Brunswickers too, we care about our customers and future generations, and today we are actively looking for a new member to join us.

As part of the Corporate Communications Team, the Communications Officer is key in assisting with the development of a variety of communication plans and leading, or contributing to, the execution of those plans so that goals and targets are met.

Key functions include:
• Act as the primary point of contact for media inquiries and foster positive relationships with journalists and news outlets in both English and French.
• Develop and distribute press releases, statements, and media kits in both English and French.
• Monitor media coverage and analyze public sentiment.
• Coordinate media events, press conferences, and interviews.
• Track and report media coverage metrics and outcomes.
• Support Corporate Communications team across projects, ensuring consistent messaging across platforms
• Collaborate with internal teams to align staff with external communications and key initiatives
• Develop communication plans to inform stakeholders, address concerns, and collect feedback

The ideal teammate will have:
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in media relations, public relations, or journalism.
• Fully bilingual (English and French), with excellent verbal and written communication skills in both languages (testing through Service New Brunswick will be required).
• Strong understanding of media landscapes, including print, broadcast, and digital outlets.
• Experience with crisis management and strategic communications.
• Knowledge of social media management and analytics tools.

In addition to the above qualifications, the candidate must demonstrate that they are a proactive and proven self-starter, have strong communication skills, and be highly organized with an ability to meet tight deadlines under competing priorities.

An equivalent combination of training and experience will be considered. Subject to competition response, the minimum qualifications may be modified.

An Eligibility List generated from this competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level within a period of up to 12 months.

We care for our team, and as a member you will have access to:
• Health & Dental plans that provide flexible options to meet your needs
• Health Spending Account, allowing for further flexibility
• New Brunswick Public Service Pension Plan, offering retirement financial security
• Wellness options, including our Employee Family Assistance Program
• Benefits that allow for financial protection in the event it is needed
• Various options for paid or unpaid leaves
• Representation of the IBEW Local 37 Union
• Career development and growth throughout the organization
• Competitive wages

Could you be our next team member? Apply today!

NB Power will accept foreign credentials as long as they are considered acceptable by a recognized Canadian educational institution. Candidates with foreign education credentials are required to provide proof of Canadian equivalency. Any applicable fees are the responsibility of the candidate. For more information, you may refer to the Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials at Canadian Information Centre of International Credentials: https://www.cicic.ca/1374/obtain_an_academic_credential_assessment_for_general_purposes.canada

In order to be considered for this employment opportunity you must be eligible to work in Canada.

For questions concerning this job opening please contact Lynnsey Pringle at [email protected].

Please note that only applications submitted through the NB Power website will be considered, as the showing of our postings on various websites may not have been requested or approved.

Closing date: 11:59 p.m. AST, January 9, 2025

NB Power is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity.