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Canadian Olympic Committee

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Director, Communications and Media Relations

About this company

This position plays a key role in directing the external image of the COC to multi-stakeholder groups: athletes, national sport organizations (NSOs), Session members, Sport Canada and other governments and government agencies, broadcasters and other media.  The incumbent will interact with and support the highest levels of the organization and high-profile members of the sport, business and government communities. The nature of the position requires management of numerous scheduled and, at times, unscheduled demands and deadlines. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND PRIORITIES Corporate Communications

• Develop and oversee implementation of innovative internal and external communication strategies, policies, programs and procedures that are aligned with the COC’s strategies, goals and annual objectives
• Oversee the development, execution and maintenance of all written communications internally and externally, in English and French, that are on brand and reflect our COC values
• Collaborate and maintain alignment with International and Government Relations staff to maximize cohesion between teams
• Develop and implement an integrated communication strategy designed to broaden awareness of COC programs and priorities
• In conjunction with the Human Resources Team, plan and develop the internal communication strategy, including review, drafting, coordinating, executing and evaluating communications for an internal audience.
• Advise the Senior Leadership Team on internal and external communications, including support with speaking notes.

• Leverage existing relationships and cultivate new ones with relevant journalists, editorial boards, and other appropriate outlets to generate broader coverage of the COC’s mission and initiatives
• Develop and implement a public relations strategy that gains positive exposure for the organization and its initiatives in the community Cultivate an environment of readiness and alertness to emerging situations
• Lead the communications’ response during crisis situations; act as a spokesperson for the organization, when required; act as editor in chief for written materials.

• Support the development, delivery, and adjustment of the organizational thought leadership plan
• Provide strategic communication advice to internal clients, including the President, CEO and senior leadership team
• Assist in establishing a Speaker’s bureau and in conducting strategic outreach to targeted publics and audiences

• Collaborate with the Brand and Commercial Management Team to support Marketing communications needs
• Align messaging and strategy with the Brand and Commercial Management Team to ensure consistent COC voice across all channels
• Collaborate with the COC Digital team to coordinate and optimize all communications, particularly externally.

• Oversee the development and implementation of communication plans for
• Olympic/Pan-American Games
• Supporting NSOs in building communication plans that capitalize on the Games profile while limiting distractions
• Responsible for all proactive athlete and sport communications and issues management
• Act as the Press Chief for the Olympic Games.

• Lead and develop a high performing communications team with clear roles and responsibilities; coach and mentor the team to optimize their performance and personal and professional development
• Create a team culture that reinforces high levels of collaboration, client service, efficiency, participation, commitment, excellence and team spirit
• Develop, manage, and maximize efficiency of the communications budget and department expenses
• Properly manage COC network of contractors to address communication needs throughout the year.

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