Job type: Contract 14 months

As we build a diverse, equitable and inclusive global Communications team, we are looking for passionate, creative professionals who can engage our target audiences with innovative ideas that breakthrough in a fast-changing environment.

Ford of Canada Communications works to advance Ford’s business success and future vision through innovative, world-class communications. We seek to establish Ford as the world’s most trusted company through purpose-driven storytelling that inspires advocacy, builds the Ford brand and creates desire for our vehicles.

As a Ford of Canada Communications team member, the Manager will contribute to Ford's transformation and the company's future vision. 

This position is project-oriented and challenges you to demonstrate strong writing skills, strategic thinking, business acumen and technical skills. Assignment areas for Managers include:

Electric vehicle communications Mustang Ford Performance Software & Integrated Services Enterprise Storytelling 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree or Post-Graduate education in Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Media Studies/Media Relations (Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of degree completion for the highest level of education attained.  If the degree was obtained from a school outside of Canada, an Education Credential Assessment report showing Canadian equivalency is also required).Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in Communications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Project and program management skillsCritical thinking and problem-solving skillsAbility to work as a member of a teamInitiative to deliver resultsStrong writing, reporting and verbal communications skillsNews reporting or editing experienceAbility to develop innovative approaches to engage audiencesStrong interpersonal skills and the ability to cultivate relationships with colleagues and media Bilingual (English/French) is an assetSuperior time management/multi-tasking skills

 

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Ford of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a culturally diverse workforce. Accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment, selection and / or assessment processes, where needed, are available upon request. Please inform Human Resources of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require. 

Candidates for this position must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited does not sponsor work permit applications. 

Planning, implementation and management of all media outreach, events, and supporting materials in the areas of electric vehicles, Mustang, Ford Performance, Software & Integrated Services communicationSupporting key areas with agency Grassroots Communications teams to extend the Ford business and product storyProvide communications support to other company functions, including Marketing/Sales, Social Media, Government Affairs, Dealers and Manufacturing