Communications Advisor

Staff
- Non Union Job Category M&P - AAPS Job Profile AAPS Salaried
- Information Services, Level B Job Title Communications Advisor Department Communications | Communications & Engagement | VP Finance & Operations

Compensation Range $7,158.42 - $10,292.25 CAD Monthly The Compensation Range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for a position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the salary range for a job.

October 11, 2026

Note:

Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End Date.

Ongoing

At UBC, we believe that attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce is key to the successful pursuit of excellence in research, innovation, and learning for all faculty, staff, and students. Our commitment to employment equity helps achieve inclusion and fairness, brings rich diversity to UBC as a workplace, and creates the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.

The Communications Advisor coordinates and implements communication plans, initiatives, and activities in partnership with teams across the Finance and Operations (VPFO) portfolio, supporting the development, delivery, and evaluation of departmental communications, change management, and engagement. Focused primarily on staff audiences, as well as students and faculty, the role ensures accessible and effective communications across a range of channels and touchpoints, including all VPFO-managed websites and newsletters.

The Communications Advisor also supports communications projects and campaigns through strong content management and editorial practices, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities, communication objectives, and brand standards. The position serves as a trusted communications advisor and collaborative partner, providing guidance on messaging, channels, content, and communication, change, and engagement approaches. Through strategic advice and coordinated planning, the Communications Advisor supports clear, integrated communications across VPFO and UBC channels.

Size and operational scope of the VPFO require dedicated, tactical communications support to meet the day‑to‑day needs of all our departments. Plays a critical role in delivering timely, audience‑focused content and supporting the execution of campaigns, updates, and initiatives across the portfolio. Provides hands‑on support for departmental communications, including the development and coordination of service updates, internal announcements, stakeholder messaging, promotional campaigns, and visual collateral.

Ensures consistency in tone, style, and branding, while also enabling faster turnaround times for essential communications.

Reports to the Manager, Communications. Is a collaborative member of the VPFO Communications team within the VPFO portfolio. This position partners with various internal client departments across UBC in addition to partnering with teams across the VPFO portfolio. The position liaises with UBC staff and the outside community as required.

Develops and executes communication and engagement plans and activities that support VPFO priorities, culture, initiatives, and the employer brand. Uses employee and audience insights, analytics, research, and partner feedback to inform clear, accessible, user‑centered content. Establishes and maintains communication workflows, templates, and…