Communications Specialist / CDM Program Advisor

Milton Hydro Distribution Inc.

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Communications Specialist / CDM Program Advisor

Milton Hydro Distribution Inc. is seeking candidates reporting to the President/CEO for the position of Communications Specialist / Conservation Demand Manager (CDM) Program Advisor. 

You will be responsible for assisting in the development and execution of corporate communication / CDM strategies and plans.  Duties and responsibilities of this position will include: 

Strategic Communications

• Assisting in the planning, development and implementation of communications and/or marketing programs on a project basis in support of corporate initiatives which may have internal and/or external components and deal with confidential subjects
• Assisting in the production of corporate communications materials including reports, memos, key messages, brochures, etc.
• Assisting with the preparation of executive presentations
• Monitor, develop new content for approval, maintain and handle reporting for the corporate website and related social media sites
• Crisis communication development and implementation. 

Media and Public Relations

• Protect Milton Hydro’s brand and enhance the company’s reputation and develop critical relationships with staff, external stakeholders including Town of Milton, customers, community and charitable organizations
• Assist in the development and execution of proactive and reactive media strategies
• Provide communications support for community outreach programs in areas such as the environment, sustainability and public safety
• Event Management – plan and coordinate public information sessions, focus groups, customer surveys, and speaking engagements as required
• Assist with media monitoring, developing key messages, writing press releases, developing radio ads and organizing media events
• Serve as company representative at community or industry events 

Conservation & Demand Management (CDM)

• Support Milton Hydro’s Conservation and Demand Management (CDM) efforts as required including promoting programs via social media and the website
• Assist in the development and execution of a detailed marketing plan and measure success of campaigns based on program uptake 
• Coordinate the development and production of marketing materials (online, newspaper, bill insert, poster, newsletter, radio)
• Responsible for implementing promotional campaigns and events to raise awareness
• Assist in the planning, development and implementation of strategic CDM program delivery and project initiatives, to build, integrate and promote savings
• Track status of individual customer projects and report on and identify projects in progress, timelines required for completion of each stage, and identify issues requiring attention with any project
• Liaise with a network of CDM-related external parties 

Qualifications

• Undergraduate university degree or college diploma in English, Communications, Marketing, Business, Journalism, or other related areas.  Post-graduate Public Relations and/or Marketing Certificate would be considered an asset
• 5 years of progressive communication / marketing and/or public relations experience or combination of other relevant experience and training
• Experience with website content management systems and social media platforms
• Experience in print production, event management and brand management
• Understanding and application of legal, financial and regulatory codes relevant to the utility industry would be an asset
• Proven exceptional written and verbal communications skills across various channels / media (web, print, email, social networking)
• Proficiency in MS Office application Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and flexibility to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities. Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Solid project management skill; ability to coordinate, prioritizeand handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Highly motivated with a strong work ethic and good business acumen 

Milton Hydro Distribution Inc. offers an attractive compensation and benefits package.  Interested and qualified applicants are invited to submit a complete resume stating education, work experience and references no later than March 6, 2015 to: 

Milton Hydro Distribution Inc.

8069 Lawson Road

Milton, ON L9T 5C4

Email:    hr@miltonhydro.com

Fax:    905-876-2044

Personal information received as a result of this advertisement will be used solely to determine qualification for employment with Milton Hydro Distribution Inc. We thank all applicants but only those selected to be interviewed will be contacted. 

The Town of Milton is one of the fastest growing communities in Canada.  Its strategic location within the Greater Toronto Area, framed by the magnificent Niagara Escarpment, makes Milton the right place to live and work.

February 17, 2015