Manager of Partnerships, Intergovernmental & Public Relations
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City of Powell River
Manager of Partnerships, Intergovernmental & Public Relations
Exempt
Job No: CITYPREX0068
Location: Powell River, BC
OPEN DATE: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Come live, work and play in paradise! Located along the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Powell River is a contemporary hub that balances abundant, natural beauty and a surplus of adventures with growing industry sectors in technology, retail, and tourism. Located just a 90-minute ferry away from Vancouver Island, within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a temperate climate. It’s known for an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle, a vibrant arts community, and four seasons of recreational adventures to explore.
Manager of Partnerships, Intergovernmental & Public Relations
Term Position (18 Months)
(Salary Range $116,100 - $133,500 per year)
Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), you will be responsible for developing and recommending policies, programs, and services which reflect the vision and strategic priorities of the City.
This role supports the CAO by developing and negotiating meaningful partnerships and agreements with local First Nations and other levels of government, provincial and federal agencies, local community stakeholders and not-for-profit organizations. Additionally, you’ll provide leadership and advice on the development and implementation of various communications and marketing strategies.
This is a high-profile role that requires significant political acumen, cultural sensitivity and discretion. A skilled relationship-builder and negotiator, you have a successful track record of developing and implementing long-term corporate and communications strategies and collaborating with inter-disciplinary teams to create opportunities. You are self-motivated, highly organized, and thrive in an environment characterized by teamwork, creative problem solving and multiple priorities.
Ideally you hold a post-secondary diploma or degree in Communications, Business, Public Administration, or a related field along with at least five years of recent, progressively responsible experience in public relations or public administration. Previous supervisory experience, preferably gained in a unionized workplace, is required, and local government experience is a definite asset.
The successful applicant must be willing to relocate to Powell River; relocation assistance is available.
Closing date: October 8, 2025.
Manager of Partnerships, Intergovernmental & Public Relations Job Description
Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 5 years or more
About City of Powell River
Powell River is a modern and vibrant small-sized Canadian city. We're a diverse community of first peoples, born-and-bred locals and new arrivals from near and far who love Powell River for the lifestyle, affordability, progressive education, world-renowned international festivals, events and sports, haven for entrepreneurship, booming residential development sector, investment in light industry and creative economies, and our unparalleled outdoor playground.
Where we live is Coastal by Nature in the spectacular setting of the British Columbia Northern Sunshine Coast on the traditional lands of the Tla'amin Nation and the centre of the qathet Regional District.
Powell River people share a common purpose and great pride in our City. We are a welcoming community, working together in fellowship, sharing mutual attitudes, values, beliefs, and goals in making Powell River healthy and thriving through services and leadership for our coastal community and future generations in an innovative, effective and responsible manner.
Manager of Partnerships, Intergovernmental & Public Relations
Top Benefits
About the role
City of Powell River
Manager of Partnerships, Intergovernmental & Public Relations
Exempt
Job No: CITYPREX0068
Location: Powell River, BC
OPEN DATE: Tuesday, September 16, 2025
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled
Come live, work and play in paradise! Located along the Sunshine Coast of British Columbia, Powell River is a contemporary hub that balances abundant, natural beauty and a surplus of adventures with growing industry sectors in technology, retail, and tourism. Located just a 90-minute ferry away from Vancouver Island, within the traditional territory of the Tla'amin First Nation, Powell River offers a mix of urban and rural living in a temperate climate. It’s known for an unparalleled outdoor lifestyle, a vibrant arts community, and four seasons of recreational adventures to explore.
Manager of Partnerships, Intergovernmental & Public Relations
Term Position (18 Months)
(Salary Range $116,100 - $133,500 per year)
Under the general direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), you will be responsible for developing and recommending policies, programs, and services which reflect the vision and strategic priorities of the City.
This role supports the CAO by developing and negotiating meaningful partnerships and agreements with local First Nations and other levels of government, provincial and federal agencies, local community stakeholders and not-for-profit organizations. Additionally, you’ll provide leadership and advice on the development and implementation of various communications and marketing strategies.
This is a high-profile role that requires significant political acumen, cultural sensitivity and discretion. A skilled relationship-builder and negotiator, you have a successful track record of developing and implementing long-term corporate and communications strategies and collaborating with inter-disciplinary teams to create opportunities. You are self-motivated, highly organized, and thrive in an environment characterized by teamwork, creative problem solving and multiple priorities.
Ideally you hold a post-secondary diploma or degree in Communications, Business, Public Administration, or a related field along with at least five years of recent, progressively responsible experience in public relations or public administration. Previous supervisory experience, preferably gained in a unionized workplace, is required, and local government experience is a definite asset.
The successful applicant must be willing to relocate to Powell River; relocation assistance is available.
Closing date: October 8, 2025.
Manager of Partnerships, Intergovernmental & Public Relations Job Description
Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 5 years or more
About City of Powell River
Powell River is a modern and vibrant small-sized Canadian city. We're a diverse community of first peoples, born-and-bred locals and new arrivals from near and far who love Powell River for the lifestyle, affordability, progressive education, world-renowned international festivals, events and sports, haven for entrepreneurship, booming residential development sector, investment in light industry and creative economies, and our unparalleled outdoor playground.
Where we live is Coastal by Nature in the spectacular setting of the British Columbia Northern Sunshine Coast on the traditional lands of the Tla'amin Nation and the centre of the qathet Regional District.
Powell River people share a common purpose and great pride in our City. We are a welcoming community, working together in fellowship, sharing mutual attitudes, values, beliefs, and goals in making Powell River healthy and thriving through services and leadership for our coastal community and future generations in an innovative, effective and responsible manner.