Bilingual Communications Manager

MDA • Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC

50d • Onsite

About The Position

MDA Space is seeking a bilingual Communications Manager to join their Corporate Communications team. This new position, reporting to the Senior Manager, Marketing Communications for Satellite Systems, will be based at their satellite manufacturing facility in Montréal’s West Island. The role focuses primarily on internal communications, with some responsibility for external communications and events. It is ideal for a curious, versatile candidate who enjoys variety, can operate in a complex industry, and is comfortable with autonomy in a rapidly changing environment. MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure, with a mission to turn audacious customer visions into achievable missions.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience in communications, preferably in the high-tech sector and/or a publicly traded company
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or a related field
• Bilingual, with impeccable written and spoken French and English. Contact with executives at the Ontario head office and the British Columbia and UK offices.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills
• An ability to accurately simplify complex concepts without oversimplifying
• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and a positive thinker
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment and effectively manage multiple competing requests with great attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects at once and prioritize what matters.

Nice To Haves

• Strong ability to collaborate with local and global teams with diplomacy and tact
• Understanding of various communication channels, including social media, and how to engage an audience
• Knowledge of and competence in project management
• Photography/videography/visual editing skills an asset
• A love of learning

Responsibilities

• Help develop and manage Satellite Systems internal communication channels
• Assist in the development and execution of communications strategies to support Satellite Systems activities
• Draft and review content for Satellite Systems and MDA Space internal channels (articles for the intranet or the external blog, business-area emails, digital screens, newsletters)
• Work with graphic artists to create compelling visuals and content for our channels
• Ensure that content meets MDA Space guidelines and quality standards
• Plan and manage the Satellite Systems content calendar and collaborate with the MDA Space internal and external teams for the deployment of content on company-wide and external channels
• Lead or support the organization of presentations, events, community activities and other assignments as required
• Monitor the performance of Satellite Systems content on internal and external communications channels, update analytics trackers and develop reports to inform our strategy.
• Keep abreast of and advise on relevant trends and internal communication best practices.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages
• Comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care including: extended healthcare and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans; and an employee and family assistance program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level