Job Summary

• The Associate Director, News and University Affairs position is central to the university’s issues management, crisis and emergency communications and media relations framework.
• The Associate Director manages the work of a high-performing team of media relations specialists who craft creative engaging content about the university’s research achievements and takes a lead role in identifying, coordinating and writing stories that highlight administrative innovation and excellence.
• The consequence of error in this area could be very serious for the university as it concerns the public image and profile of UBC and the President on a provincial, national and international level.

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Salary

$9,048.67 - $14,114.17 CAD Monthly; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Key Requirements

• Undergraduate degree in relevant discipline
• Eight years of related experience
• Experience in print and/or broadcast journalism
• Managing complex, high-pressure projects
• Media training and issues management skills

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