Specialist, Media Relations (Temporary, Full-Time)

Are you ready to be the voice behind a mission that transforms lives? As the Specialist, Media Relations at UGM, you’ll represent a powerful cause, sharing stories of hope and resilience, and leading media efforts for major initiatives like UGM’s renowned Major Meals. Reporting to the Manager, Media Relations & Communications, you’ll execute communication strategies across multiple channels in Metro Vancouver, the Fraser Valley, and the Greater Victoria area, all with the goal of promoting UGM’s life-saving work. As UGM’s spokesperson, you’ll elevate external awareness and help communities understand the vital impact of UGM’s mission. If you’re a skilled communicator with a passion for making a difference, this is your chance to be part of UGM’s story of transformation.

You may come into contact with clients in crisis situations, brought about by diverse problems.  There will be other staff nearby to assist as required. 

The starting wage range for this position is $31.92 - $34.88 per hour.

This is a temporary, full-time (37.5 hours) contract.  For a copy of the full job description, click here.

Who We Are

Demonstrating the love of Christ, UGM feeds hope and changes lives through a faith-based continuum of care. We are a proud member of the Canadian Council of Christian Charities and have earned the Best Christian Workplace award again in 2021. We provide competitive salaries, generous vacation and sick leave. In addition, our extensive benefits plan is fully employer-paid and includes extended dental and medical, as well as $4,500 per year in pooled paramedical expenses. A focus on employee resilience, support for professional development, engagement in meaningful work, and a fun and caring environment are all part of being a member of the UGM team.  If you are someone who desires to learn and grow, has a passion to serve and make a difference, and connects with others with both humility and humour, then you will be a great fit at UGM.

What You’ll Need

If you are considering applying for this position, you must:

·         be legally entitled to work in Canada

·         be able to demonstrate compatibility with our Core Values

·         agree with / support our Statement of Faith

·         be willing to provide, as a condition of employment, a current criminal record check, with vulnerable sector search, if you are the successful candidate.

·         possess a valid, unrestricted driver’s license and submit a current driver’s abstract.

How to Apply

To submit your cover letter and résumé by December 4, 2024, click on the "Apply Now" button on the right panel of this page. If you have questions about this posting, please contact Bethany Cheung at bcheung@ugm.ca.  We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, and are especially-but not only- interested in applications from Indigenous individuals.

Please visit our careers page to see more job opportunities.