Account Representative

Term: Full-time, 8 month contract with opportunity for extension

Those self-identifying as First Nations, Métis, Inuit, non-status, or women of Indigenous ancestry, or have first-hand knowledge or experience working with an Indigenous community are strongly encouraged to apply.

What's the opportunity?

In order to continue to provide a high-quality level of service and support to our client the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC), spark* is expanding our team by adding a new account representative dedicated to this account.

Part campaign + project manager, part copy writer, part social media content creator, you will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day activities of this account, participating in the client-facing relationship, and developing written communications materials. The responsibilities related to this position include, but are not limited to:

• Conduct day-to-day communications with NWAC via email, phone, video (or in-person in a post-COVID world).
• Stay up to date on the news and current events related to our client’s issues.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions; introduce new ideas, different approaches and treatments, and bring forward inspiring examples you have seen ‘in the wild’.
• Draft and edit a variety of written materials including but not limited to blogs, social media posts, press releases, ad copy, research briefs, scripts.
• Develop content for and manage multiple social media accounts on a variety of platforms including Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok.
• Possess a positive attitude and be willing to take on new challenges. Be open to teaching yourself new skills, software, or techniques when necessary, and show initiative to find solutions.
• Work under tight timelines, prioritize projects, and be able to shift gears when required.

What makes an ideal candidate?

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a communications, politics, and/or public affairs role; consulting/agency experience is a plus.
• Proven track record of breaking down complex issues in order to create simplified messaging designed to cut through clutter.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Experience with social media, stakeholder management, media relations and public engagement considered an asset.
• Someone who enjoys working on many projects and issues at the same time.
• Someone who loves news, politics and a good debate.
• Someone who is informed and stays up to date on Indigenous-focused topics in Canada and around the world.
• Self-identifying as First Nations, Métis, Inuit, non-status or a woman of Indigenous ancestry, or having first-hand knowledge or experience working with an Indigenous community is considered an asset.

Bonus points

• Demonstrate an interest and involvement in politics, civic engagement, and/or causes.
• Bilingual language skills.
• Graphic design skills.