At a Glance
- Tasks: Shape the organization's image and promote impactful policies through public relations and media engagement.
- Company: Join a diverse and inclusive team at Desjardins, committed to equity and community.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, flexible vacation, pension plan, and wellness reimbursements.
- Other info: Dynamic workplace with a strong focus on diversity, inclusion, and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by resolving issues and enhancing relationships with clients and stakeholders.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and two years of relevant experience; French knowledge is a must.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
As a public affairs and public relations advisor, you help maintain the organization’s image and promote policies and programs for external audiences through public relations, media relations, lobbying and institutional affairs. You handle complaints to improve strained relationships with members/clients and protect the organization’s reputation and brand image. You advise and assist clients and partners as part of complaint resolution interventions. You develop tools, methods and processes. Your projects and initiatives require extensive knowledge of your line of work. You propose recommendations, solutions and action plans based on the organization’s objectives and priorities. You share ideas and help solve problems using your analytical skills and extensive knowledge of the line of business. You interact with stakeholders working in other fields. Interpersonal savvy is therefore essential.
- Process suggestions, comments and complaints from members, clients, employees and practitioners
- Diagnose issues, challenges and needs to determine target outcomes
- Help develop and implement objectives, solutions, policies, programs and action plans
- Analyze data, conduct studies, make recommendations and write reports
- Serve as mediator between individuals and sectors and negotiate agreements
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
- Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
- Group insurance including telemedicine
- Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment
Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.
What you bring to the table:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- A minimum of two years of relevant experience
- Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
- Knowledge of French is required
- Action oriented, Business insight, Customer Focus, Differences, Interpersonal Savvy, Nimble learning
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility
At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.
If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!
Advisor, Public Affairs and Public Relations in Lévis employer: Relevance
Desjardins est un employeur de choix, offrant un environnement de travail inclusif et dynamique au Bas-Saint-Laurent et en Gaspésie — Îles-de-la-Madeleine. Avec des avantages tels qu'un salaire concurrentiel, un régime de retraite à prestations déterminées et des opportunités de développement professionnel, nous valorisons le bien-être de nos employés tout en favorisant une culture de collaboration et d'engagement. Rejoindre notre équipe, c'est contribuer à un mouvement coopératif qui place les membres et clients au cœur de nos actions.
