Communications Manager Healthcare (all genders)

About Us   Our vision at Diabetes Canada is a world free from the effects of diabetes. That’s why we work together to improve the lives of those living with diabetes – sharing knowledge and resources, supporting health-care professionals to improve patient care, advocating for change through policy, and funding research to advance treatments and discover a cure.   Living with diabetes is a complex and often relentless journey, testing the resilience of every individual affected. Diabetes Canada is here to help—providing tools, resources, and support to make that journey easier.    Join us in leading with strength and compassion - so no one faces diabetes alone.   About the Role We are seeking a Governance Specialist to serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership team (SLT) and the Board of Directors for both Diabetes Canada (DC) and its sister organization, National Diabetes Trust (NDT).    Diabetes Canada is a national health charity focused on creating a world free of the effects of diabetes, and NDT is its affiliated social enterprise. This role reports to the President & CEO of Diabetes Canada and will support the President & CEO of National Diabetes Trust.    The Governance Specialist will support both organizations; this role will assist with the following duties: * Ensures the seamless operation of the Boards and their Committees * Acts as the custodian of the corporate bylaws and maintains corporate records * Develops and manages a governance policy framework and inventory * Facilitates the development of Board and Committee materials * Oversees legal and regulatory compliance * Supports an effective enterprise risk management approach   Location: Our National Office is located at 1000–170 University Avenue, Toronto, Ontario. We offer a flexible work arrangements, allowing employees to work remotely with the expectation of being in office as required by their manager or the organization. We are open to applicants from across Canada.   Compensation: The hiring salary range for this role is $76,000–$90,000 annually, commensurate with experience and alignment with the requirements of the position.   What You’ll Do Board & Committee Support * Organize, schedule, and prepare agendas and briefing materials for Board of Directors and committee meetings, liaising with the Committee senior staff partner and Committee Chair, and the CEO and the Board Chair as appropriate * Develop and maintain an effective and up-to-date Board portal, and ensure DC Directors’ information is up to date on DC’s public website * Support any time-limited Board committees that may be established by preparing resources, minutes, and draft reports * Draft and maintain accurate corporate records, resolutions, and meeting minutes * Coordinate Annual General Meetings (AGMs) * Assist in the recruitment, orientation, and ongoing training of Directors * Support the execution of the annual Board Education & Development Plan for Directors * Coordinate in-person Board and Committee meetings * 5 Committees for DC * 2 Committees for NDT * Stay current on governance best practices and incorporate them, as appropriate   Governance & Policy Framework * Review, update, and implement organizational bylaws and governance policies * Ensure policies (e.g., Conflict of Interest, Code of Conduct, Confidentiality) meet current legislative and other requirements * Administer Board self-evaluation tools and develop the annual board work plans * Coordinate regular reviews of policies and governance tools, and ensure they are accessible on the Board portal   Compliance & Risk Management * Monitor and ensure adherence to statutory requirements for DC, NDT, and Diabetes Ontario, such as those dictated by the Canada Not-for-Profit Corporations Act and Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) guidelines for registered charities * Track filing deadlines, regulatory reporting, and funding agreement obligations * Support the Board and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in identifying and mitigating organizational risks (e.g., legal, reputational, governance) * Track whistleblower complaints for DC and NDT, and prepare a quarterly committee report * Retain and organize significant documents and records for both organizations * Manage document execution and seals   Stakeholder Engagement * Act as the primary point of contact for Directors, handling frequent communications and inquiries * Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to advance each organization's mission and ensure transparent accountability, as appropriate and required   Annual Budget * Work with the President & CEOs to develop and monitor annual budget related to Board & Committee activities   Note: This role is not limited to the responsibilities listed above and may include other duties as required to support effective governance at DC and NDT.   What You Bring: * 3–5 years of progressive experience in corporate governance, board administration, or non-profit management * University or College degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, or a related field. * A designation such as the Chartered Secretary (ICSA) or Governance Professionals of Canada (GPC.D) is highly desirable * Ability to solve problems, take initiative when appropriate, and respond effectively to requests * Ability to determine task priorities and organize workflow accordingly * Demonstrated project management skills * Excellent organizational skills and the ability to maintain confidentiality and meet deadlines * Excellent verbal and written skills, including accuracy and ability to prepare accurate reports and correspondence for signature by the Board, CEO and SLT * Team player but able to work independently * Exceptional computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint * Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.  * Demonstrates an understanding of and commitment to Diabetes Canada’s mission, vision, and core values.    Why Join Us? At Diabetes Canada, you’ll play a meaningful role in making a difference every day for people living with or at risk of diabetes. We’re a national organization with an entrepreneurial spirit, where your contributions are valued, recognized, and rewarded.   What We Offer: * Impactful Work Environment: Be part of a high-performing, collaborative team committed to building a healthy, engaged, and mission-driven workplace culture. * Flexibility: Enjoy the benefits of a flexible work agreement that supports remote and hybrid schedules, helping you maintain work–life balance within a 35‑hour work week. * Comprehensive Benefits: Receive competitive compensation plus a group benefits package, including health and dental coverage, life insurance, disability coverage, Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), and company-matched Pension/RRSP. Also access to a $350/year healthcare spending account. * Day-One Coverage: Most group benefits including health, dental, life insurance, and EFAP, start on your first day. * Wellness Support: Access to a mental wellness app with guided meditations and self-paced learning to support your overall well‑being. * Enhanced Time Off: Enjoy additional paid holidays beyond provincial statutory holidays, as well as a paid office closure at the end of each year. * Employee Engagement & Recognition: Be part of a culture that celebrates contributions at all levels through our rewards and recognition platform (WorkTango), enabling peer-to-peer, team, and manager-to-employee appreciation. * Inclusive Culture: Join an organization that celebrates diversity and fosters an inclusive environment where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.   Our Core Values: [https://www.diabetes.ca/about-diabetes-canada/about-us] ACE-IT: Agility, Collaboration, Excellence, Integrity, Taking Initiative These values guide how we work together, support our communities, and advance our mission every day. About the Application Process If you are viewing this posting on Diabetes Canada’s careers site, simply click the “Apply” button at the top-left of the page. You will be prompted to complete a short questionnaire and upload your résumé and cover letter. If you are not currently on our careers site, please visit: https://www.diabetes.ca/careers Select “View Job Openings” to find this posting and submit your application. If you experience any issues with the application process, please contact us at: dchr@diabetes.ca [dchr@diabetes.ca]   Additional Information * You must be legally eligible to work in Canada. Where applicable, you must hold a valid work permit or study permit that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role. * Diabetes Canada welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including people of all genders, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities. We value a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve. * We are committed to providing accommodations during the recruitment process. If you require any support or adjustments, please let us know. * We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. * Please note that this posting is to fill an existing vacancy at Diabetes Canada.

WHY FACULTY? We established Faculty in 2014 because we thought that AI would be the most important technology of our time. Since then, we’ve worked with over 350 global customers to transform their performance through human-centric AI. You can read about our real-world impact here. We don’t chase hype cycles. We innovate, build and deploy responsible AI which moves the needle - and we know a thing or two about doing it well. We bring an unparalleled depth of technical, product and delivery expertise to our clients who span government, finance, retail, energy, life sciences and defence. Our business, and reputation, is growing fast and we’re always on the lookout for individuals who share our intellectual curiosity and desire to build a positive legacy through technology. AI is an epoch-defining technology, join a company where you’ll be empowered to envision its most powerful applications, and to make them happen. Join an exceptional team at the forefront of AI communications and shape the story of one of Europe’s leading applied AI companies as it enters a phase of rapid global growth. Communications at Faculty is high stakes, high visibility, and high impact. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING * Co-own communications strategy and the external voice of Faculty * Own media messaging and narrative development, continually ensuring our external positioning remains thoughtful and unique, yet punchy and news-generating * Partner deeply with Faculty’s co-founder and CEO and global CTO of Accenture, advising him thoughtfully and decisively as you position him as a leading global voice on AI at the same time as building his profile with key stakeholder groups * Confidently and effectively operate across both highly matrixed global organisations, as well as rapidly growing scale up environments, using astute judgement and broader soft skills to influence and educate a range of stakeholders * Rapidly scale Faculty’s external communications programme, including media relations, executive communications, client communication and corporate communications * Think creatively and expansively beyond traditional media to identify and shape new opportunities for growing Faculty’s voice. * Build a network of key relationships within our parent organisation Accenture * Bring bold ideas, energy and vision - using your skills and experience to take communications at Faculty to a new level * Quickly earn and maintain the trust of Faculty leadership to act as a trusted advisor on external communications matters, including in high-stakes or crisis situations. * Establish deep, lasting cross-functional relationships in order to understand the impact AI is having on our industries and customers, and to use that insight to shape the company’s external communications programme. * Partner closely with the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Head of Marketing, and the Head of International Communications and Growth to develop and deliver integrated strategies * Grow and safeguard Faculty’s brand and reputation and anchor important decisions in our mission - the safe, widespread adoption of AI WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR * Communications: 10+ years of experience leading external, executive and strategic communications for a leading brand in the AI / technology space and / or similar at a leading PR firm * Storytelling: Deep understanding of the global AI discourse and a proven ability to craft, own and evolve global strategic narratives * Leadership: Proven ability to coach and mentor highly capable teams, as well as being part of a broader leadership group * Stakeholder management: Experience working hand in glove with C-suite leaders and founders, earning trust through sound judgment and a bias for delivery. * Internal alignment: Proven ability to work across teams and disciplines, often with high levels of ambiguity, and drive coordination and control in order to deliver overarching communications objectives * Strategic thinking: An ability to operate at the upper echelons of a business, and to show how communications strategy is both aligned to commercial goals and is actively helping achieve them * Parsimonious communications style: Exceptional written skills with the ability to precisely draft everything from executive keynotes and press releases to corporate narratives and media briefing notes * Modern media mix: Proven understanding of the modern media landscape, and being equally comfortable placing spokespeople across emerging platforms as traditional ones. * Technical Translation: Proven ability to distill complex AI and other technical concepts into accessible narratives for a range of audiences * AI Subject Matter Expertise: Deep understanding of AI, in particular its transformative benefits when adopted into enterprises and governments, as well as associated risks. OUR INTERVIEW PROCESS * Talent Team Screen (30 mins) * Introduction interview with the Hiring Manager (30 mins) * Panel Interview (60 minutes) * Final Stage Interview with the CEO (30 mins) #LI-PRIO OUR RECRUITMENT ETHOS We aim to grow the best team - not the most similar one. We know that diversity of individuals fosters diversity of thought, and that strengthens our principle of seeking truth. And we know from experience that diverse teams deliver better work, relevant to the world in which we live. We’re united by a deep intellectual curiosity and desire to use our abilities for measurable positive impact. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, religions and sexual orientations. Some of our standout benefits: * Unlimited Annual Leave Policy * Private healthcare and dental * Enhanced parental leave * Family-Friendly Flexibility & Flexible working * Sanctus Coaching * Hybrid Working If you don’t feel you meet all the requirements, but are excited by the role and know you bring some key strengths, please don't hesitate in applying as you might be right for this role, or other roles. We are open to conversations about part-time hours.