Communications Advisor ( 14 months Contract)

At RONA, our employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match.

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, the Advisor, Communications will work with multiple business units to prepare engaging communications to mobilize stakeholders, both internally and externally.

The incumbent will be responsible for managing and creating content for the various internal communication tools and will participate in the planning, development, and execution of internal and external communication strategies that support RONA inc.’s business objectives.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, creative, and collaborative person, who thrives on challenges and projects of all scopes, and who is able to manage different IT tools.

Your role

• Manage and coordinate the distribution of communications via our internal (intranet, leader emails, weekly newsletter, etc.) and external (corporate website) communication tools

· Support internal clients in the development and execution of effective communication strategies that contribute to the organization’s business objectives, in order to position and implement key projects through targeted tactics and engaging content, both internally and externally

• Create content for various internal and external communication tools, including public speaking opportunities, videos and large-scale corporate events throughout the year

· Promote and protect the reputation of RONA inc. and its banners

• Contribute to the preparation of press kits (key messages, press releases, Q&A documents, company positioning, etc.)

• Coordinate communications initiatives with external service providers

The qualifications we are looking for

• University degree in communications, public relations, marketing, or a related discipline

• 5 years of experience in corporate communications

• Experience with the management of a corporate intranet, including SharePoint (an asset)

• Ability to advise internal clients

• Exceptional writing and editing skills, in both English and French

• Strong business ethic (ethical duty of confidentiality) and good judgment

• Ability to understand the client’s need and find solutions to meet them

• Ability to dissect key messages and simplify information to reach both internal and external target audiences

• Ability to manage priorities

• Ability to work on several projects simultaneously with tight deadlines

· Thoroughness and attention to detail

· Ability to identify potential issues and risks, and to make recommendations to address them

• Strong listening, collaboration, and teamwork skills

By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as:

• A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children

• A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations

• Electric car charging stations

• A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers

• Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)

• Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.

• Career growth opportunities within the company

• An inclusive and safe working environment

• Promotion of work-life balance

• An employer that’s involved in the community

• And much more!

If selected for an interview, please advise our Human Resources team if you require accommodation during the interview and assessment process and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs.

RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.