Communications and Change Management Advisor for client in the Public Sector

Location: Hamilton, ON

Hybrid - 2 days/week in office

3-4 months contract

35 hours/week

Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Communications and Change Management Advisor with a strong background in IT and cybersecurity communications, ideally with breach response knowledge. This role supports executive-level messaging in a politically sensitive environment, working closely with senior leaders and stakeholders including the mayor, council, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and write executive communications, statements, and press releases
• Coach senior executives on public speaking, media, and press interactions
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with executives, political leaders, and external stakeholders
• Translate complex technical and cybersecurity concepts into clear, compelling stories
• Support change management initiatives with effective communication plans
• Create polished presentations and visual reports (PowerPoint, etc.)
• Advise on confidentiality, crisis communications, and political positioning

Requirements:

• Strong executive communications experience in corporate or political settings
• Background in IT and cybersecurity communications (breach response preferred)
• Proven political acumen and ability to build relationships across complex stakeholder groups
• Skilled at turning technical information into relatable narratives
• Change management communications experience
• Excellent writing, editing, and presentation skills