Communications and Engagement Lead

THE VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD WELCOMES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:

COMMUNICATIONS AND ENGAGEMENT LEAD

THE ORGANIZATION: VANCOUVER SCHOOL BOARD (SCHOOL DISTRICT 39)

With deep gratitude and respect, we are honoured to be learning and unlearning on the ancestral and unceded lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwxwú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation) & səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).

At the VSB, we are proud to provide exceptional learning experiences for students. As a large, urban school district, VSB is one of Canada’s most diverse school systems. We embrace Indigenous ways of knowing and learning and work to expand Indigenous perspectives across the curriculum and within our 110 schools and programs, where more than 50,000 students learn and grow.

Equity and inclusivity are at the forefront of our approach to education. More than 7,700 staff work to create learning environments where every student thrives by prioritizing students’ needs, applying evidence-informed practices and building relationships. VSB’s culture reflects the diversity of our city. Students enrolled in VSB come from varied backgrounds and lived experiences and are encouraged to explore and share their unique selves and gifts.

Our commitment to students goes beyond academics. Students’ overall well-being and sense of belonging are equally important. We strive to build a school system where every student can be their authentic self and succeed throughout their learning journey. In doing this work, we champion equity and accountability by making evidence-based decisions. As a learning organization, humility is our guidepost as we seek to continually improve student outcomes in service to them, their families, and the broader community.

Our work is guided by the VSB Education Plan. For more information about our school district, visit  .

We are currently seeking a Communications and Engagement Lead to join our valued team of storytellers who shape the narrative about public education in Vancouver. Our communications team is integral to the District’s mission, vision and guiding principles of collaboration, engagement, excellence, inclusion and transparency. As Communications and Engagement Lead, you will work alongside educators, business leads and school administrators in an exciting, progressive and dynamic school district.

The Communications and Engagement Lead is an experienced strategic communications practitioner who operates with a high degree of independence and sound judgment. This role leads the development, implementation and evaluation of communications and engagement plans, strategies and tactics that support District priorities, major initiatives, organizational change and high-profile issues. The Lead provides trusted counsel to senior leadership, anticipates risks, issues and opportunities and delivers high-quality communications products that are clear, accessible and aligned with VSB’s priorities.

The Lead supports decision-making and helps maintain public trust by managing issues and reputational risk, leading inclusive public engagement and translating complex or sensitive information for diverse audiences.

• Lead the full lifecycle of strategic communications initiatives, from research and planning through implementation and evaluation.
• Proactively and independently assess business needs, audience considerations and the operating environment to identify communications risks and opportunities and determine appropriate strategies and approaches.
• In a fast-paced environment, manage complex, high-profile and sensitive files, including organizational change, issues management and matters of public interest.
• Establish…