The Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the oldest student association in Canada and has been a central student organization at Queen's since its founding in 1858. Today, the AMS acts as a service, advocacy, and governing body on behalf of all students enrolled in AMS-affiliated programs at Queen's University.
The AMS is a not-for-profit entity created by the Society to ensure its continuing financial viability by overseeing the management of its services and associated financial affairs. It is bound by the By-laws and corporate philosophy of our Mission and Operating statements as set out in the AMS Constitution.
In addition to providing wage-based service staff positions for students wanting employment, the AMS seeks to support the Society's broader objectives through the provisioning of a high quality, relevant range of student funded services, that provide a wide range of employment opportunities and meaningful out-of-classroom learning and skill acquisition experiences for students.

Job Summary

The Director of Communication, under the direction of the President, will primarily be responsible to work alongside the director of marketing to ensure consistency in two-way communication to students. This position will will work closely with the director of marketing to advise on campaigns and assist with communications responses and marketing campaigns. This role will also record instances of the ams' appearance in local, regional, and national media outlets and develop strategies to maximize positive exposure for the society. The Director of Communication must possess ability to plan, organize, and effectively present ideas and concepts to groups and ability to adapt to new technology.

Competencies

Accountability
Attention to Detail
Communication
Cultural Sensitivity
Problem Solving
Project Management

Job Duties

Work alongside the Director of Marketing to ensure consistency in two-way communication to students
Will work closely with the Director of Marketing to advise on campaigns and assist with communications responses and marketing campaigns
Record instances of the AMS' appearance in local, regional, and national media outlets and develop strategies to maximize positive exposure for the society
Lead projects of high importance or platform initiatives as assigned by the Executive and manage their completion
Will support Executives in writing speeches and managing appearances
Provide guidance to ensure coordination and communication of messages or news to both internal and external audiences
Oversee the preparation of reports, presentations, websites, and press releases
Read and edit copy to be published or broadcast to detect and correct errors in spelling, grammar, and syntax, and shorten or lengthen copy as space or time requires
Manage day-to-day media relations and media requests for brand and corporate issues
Assist in developing, implementing, and measuring external and internal social media based communication plans
Analyse departmental operations and identify areas requiring improvement
Plan and co-ordinate activities of staff and assure production deadlines are met
Develop a departmental goal plan which will serve as the framework for the annual budget prepared in collaboration with the accounting department and approved by the President
Monitor actual results against the approved budget in the organization accounting system (Business Central) each month, to track performance
Attend and fully participate in all in person and virtual meetings
Maintain consistent communication with all relevant stakeholders responding to e-mails in a timely manner
Complete a thorough transition process with the incoming manager that includes one on one meetings and a transition manual
Participate as an observer at AMS Assembly and the AMS Board of Directors and provide advice on strategic issues as the need arises
Determine staffing requirements for the administration department and oversee the hiring of staff
Ensure that all employees comply with company policies, procedures, and ethical standards
Administer disciplinary action in accordance with established procedures
Ensure employees have clear goals and are aware of expectations
Ensure that employees adhere to all health and safety regulations
Provide informal feedback and coaching to staff on an ongoing basis

Job Requirements

Ability to plan, organize, and effectively present ideas and concepts to groups
Ability to adapt to new technology
Ability to identify issues and implement creative and strategic solutions to overcome problems
Ability to remain calm and poised in urgent situations

Work Conditions

Working in an office environment
Extended periods of sitting
Interaction with customers/clients and employees
Attending and conducting presentations

The AMS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, colour, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or national origin.

Director of Communications

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