GAME ON – OLG needs you
We’ve said GAME ON, and we mean it – OLG is rapidly transforming its organization to better serve Ontarians by delivering great gaming experiences through our digital, retail lottery, and land-based gaming channels. Over the course of fiscal 2022-23, OLG delivered a record $2.5 billion in net profit to the Province of Ontario. OLG is now expanding our horizons even further, with a new strategic direction, to become a world class gaming entertainment leader with a globally admired digital platform.
We are ready to take this game to the next level and need a passionate Sr Communications Manager - Digital to contribute to the strategic communications function across OLG’s lines of business and shared services in support of OLG’s business priorities and organizational goals.
YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME
Reporting to the Director, Communications Strategy & Planning, you will be empowered to:
Provide strategic communications advice that helps shape OLG’s story and supports enterprise business priorities
Think strategically, identifying and applying the appropriate communications approach to a variety of proactive and reactive situations
Manage and drive the end-to-end strategic communications planning process, from project briefings through material delivery
Produce well written, professional communications products for media, social and digital use that demonstrate attention to detail and require minimal mechanical revisions
Deliver strategic, quality, high-performing copy optimized for the web using data-driven insights, for a diverse range of online corporate products, including articles, blogs, website headlines and sub copy, and e-newsletters
Develop and lead production of digital and multimedia assets, including determining the strategic and creative approach, writing scripts and storyboards for videos and animations, overseeing design and execution of e-newsletters and managing external photographers, videographers, and other vendors as necessary
Work independently to drive assigned projects forward quickly, while collaborating as a critical, trusted and kind member of a small, high performing, high output team
Build and maintain collaborative, positive relationships with OLG business partners, becoming a “go to” resource to assess communication requirements and develop communication strategies
Respond quickly when needed to manage crisis communications to help manage reputational risk and threats to operational integrity
Act responsibly, applying sound judgment and demonstrating excellent political acumen to develop appropriate strategies and related communications tactics
Ensure all communications developed reflect OLG’s corporate voice and are considerate of OLG’s position as a Crown agency of the Ontario government
Support senior leadership and executives, providing information and counsel to ensure management is kept up to date on external communications strategies
Increase the team’s ability to measure and evaluate the effectiveness of the strategic communications function, recommending methods for improvement and growth
Identify and support PR opportunities, working with external agencies as necessary to amplify initiatives and maximize positive results
Coordinate with Internal Communications to ensure an integrated approach to functional communications for an internal audience
WHAT YOU NEED TO PLAY
Work Experience: 7+ years of experience in a communications role, with a focus on corporate communications and experience in PR, digital and multimedia communications; experience in a public sector regulatory environment is preferred
Education: University degree or college diploma in Communications, Public Relations or a related field, or equivalent work experience
Critical Skills: Superior written, oral, and visual communication skills; relationship management skills; photo editing/graphic design skills; problem solving skills; creative acumen; detail oriented
Negotiation and Influence: ability to negotiate and influence effectively while being open to perspectives and maintaining strong relationships
Strategic Thinker: strong strategic and critical thinker with ability to delve into unique challenges and find creative solutions
Collaboration & Fun: inclusive and collaborative work style while creating fun and excitement in our work
Integrity and Trust: do what's right and operate with transparency and openness
PERKS OF JOINING OUR TEAM
Part of a Bigger Picture: socially responsible company that gives back all its profits to the province and people of Ontario
Flexible Work Environment: to help balance both work and life
You Matter: family friendly work practices and hybrid work
Freedom to Innovate: supports new and better ways to be successful
Be your Authentic Self: environment that values diversity as a source of strength
Learning Galore: 24-7 access to robust online learning programs
Public Service Pension Plan: participate in a major defined benefit pension plan sponsored by the Government of Ontario
Variable Pay Program: performance-based incentives to share in our success (Permanent OLG Employees Only)
Learn about OLG – GAME ON!
OLG’s purpose is to contribute to a better Ontario by delivering great entertainment experiences for our customers. We are a multi-billion-dollar organization with a wide array of business lines including, lottery, land-based casinos, digital lottery and casino, horseracing, and charitable gaming. OLG is amidst a massive transformation focusing on being customer obsessed and bringing our digital business to a whole new level.
The key to our success is our people. Our culture will be grounded in true, positive partnerships that embrace trust, clarity, and openness in all that we do. We are supporting and empowering employees and teams across the organization through greater accountability, leadership development and growth opportunities. OLG is embracing more flexible work options and family friendly work practices including hybrid work.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential elements of our culture and cornerstones of the Five Truths that OLGers Live by. At OLG, our employees have the space to be themselves and use their perspectives and skills to benefit the people and the Province of Ontario. OLG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
While we are re-shaping and growing our business, we are unwavering when it comes to living our purpose, and ensuring our business delivers meaningful benefits for the people of Ontario. OLG’s net profits are reinvested back into the province, contributing to the quality of life for Ontarians.
To learn more about OLG go to our website at www.olg.ca
We look forward to hearing from you, interested applicants please apply online by October 18, 2024.
OLG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.
We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
Personal information is collected by the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) and/or its third party service provider(s) under the authority of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999, SO 1999, c 12, Sch L and the Employment Standards Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 41 (as amended) and will be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment with OLG and for recruitment modernization initiatives. The information will be managed in accordance with all applicable laws, OLG’s Protection of Privacy Policy (the Policy) and related policies and procedures. For any questions about this collection, please contact [email protected], 800-70 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 6V2.
