COMMUNICATIONS ADVISOR (12-MONTH TERM) at Manitoba Hydro

Communications Advisor (12-Month Term)

Winnipeg, MB
Manitoba Hydro is consistently recognized as one of Manitoba's Top Employers! We are a leader among energy companies in
North America, recognized for providing highly reliable service and exceptional customer satisfaction. Join our team of Manitoba's
best as we continue to build a company that champions safety, supports innovation, and delivers on our commitment to customer
service - while actively fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace reflective of the communities we serve.

Great Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Defined-benefit pension plan for long-term financial security.
• Nine-day work cycle, typically resulting in every other Monday off to support a balanced approach to work, family life and

community.

• Flex-time and partially remote work schedule (providing the option to work remotely 3 days per 2-week period), depending on

nature of work, operational requirements and work location.

Position Overview:

Under the general direction of the Strategy and Content Supervisor, the Communications Advisor will work collaboratively with
colleagues across the enterprise to align communications with corporate objectives and the brand identity. This includes using tools
to assess perceptions of key internal and external audiences. You will also develop creative approaches, communications strategies,
write copy and supervise completion of campaigns through their execution. This is a term position for a period of approximately 12
months.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize enhanced public opinion assessment tools to evaluate and measure perceptions of Manitoba Hydro both internally and

externally.

• Work with other internal groups to establish brand identity and help align all marketing, customer service and corporate

communications messaging.

• Direct and coordinate other staff within Corporate Communications and Marketing Services as well as external suppliers in

creating materials to promote a cohesive corporate narrative and approach to all communications.

• Act as client account manager, including developing the necessary contacts, providing the communication advice and

coordinating the services needed by assigned corporate group(s).

• Represent Corporate Communications on various internal committees and teams as required.
• Assist Strategy and Content Supervisor and Director of Corporate Communications with external communications, including

media relations, drafting news releases, executive speeches, event planning, preparing newsletters, brochures and reports,
video scripts, and by providing advice and guidance to other corporate departments or project teams.

• As required, speak on behalf of the corporation to media or at external events, includes answering after-hours media inquiries

related to power outages or other emergency incidents.

• Contribute to development of divisional business plan and strategy.

Qualifications:

• A four year degree from a university of recognized standing in communications, marketing or a related field plus a minimum of

two years directly related experience;
OR

• Two year diploma in Creative Communications from an institute of recognized standing and minimum four years related

experience.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including experience writing and editing articles,

news releases and speeches.

• Experience working in external and/or internal communications, including media relations, advertising, and event planning.

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• Working knowledge of various production services including photography, graphic design, video production, print and web

publishing.

• Good understanding of issues related to energy industry in Manitoba.
• Mature judgment, discretion and ability to handle material which is confidential or sensitive in nature.
• Must be creative, self-motivated and capable of achieving broadly defined objectives.
• Ability to work after-hours and on weekends as required.
• Willingness to travel throughout the province, often to remote and difficult to access locations.
• Possess a valid Province of Manitoba Driver's License with appropriate class.

Salary Range

Starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The range for the classification is $35.94-$49.73 Hourly,
$68,873.74-$95,300.14 Annually.

Apply Now!

Ready to join a team that energizes Manitoba and puts safety, innovation, and inclusion at the heart of everything we do? Visit
www.hydro.mb.ca/careers to learn more about this position and to apply online.

Application deadline: JANUARY 9, 2026.

We appreciate your interest in Manitoba Hydro and thank all applicants. Only those selected for the next stage of the selection
process will be contacted.

If you require accommodations during the recruitment process or need this posting in an accessible format, please let us
know - we're committed to a barrier-free experience for all candidates.

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