Employment - Marketing & Communications Lead – 6-Month Term
Marketing & Communications Lead – 6-Month Term
Port of Sydney Development Corporation
Full-Time Temporary
Description
About
the Role
The
Marketing and Communications Lead is a strategic position responsible for
shaping and driving the public narrative, brand consistency, and digital
footprint of the Port of Sydney. Combining creative storytelling, media
relations, and digital marketing, you will own the end-to-end execution of our
communications strategy. From managing our social media channels and website
content to cultivating key media relationships and tracking campaign KPIs, you
will serve as a key brand advocate. Working closely with the management team,
you will elevate our presence, attract new opportunities, and strengthen our
positive relationship with the community and regional partners.
Principal
Responsibilities and Accountability
- Lead and manage all social media channels, including content
creation, audience targeting, and performance analysis
- Develop and implement comprehensive marketing strategies to
attract new opportunities and retain existing partners
- Create compelling digital and multimedia content for websites, advertising campaigns, and social platforms
- Work collaboratively with management team to execute marketing strategies
- Work towards ensuring a positive presence in the community for the Port of Sydney.
- Own the website content strategy, ensuring all landing pages, blogs, resources, and product pages are current, accurate, and aligned with brand guidelines.
- Develop and execute integrated communication strategies that align with overarching business and organizational objectives.
- Maintain brand consistency and tone of voice across all channels, ensuring strict alignment with internal corporate guidelines.
- Establish communication KPIs and build measurement frameworks to track engagement metrics, web traffic, and overall campaign effectiveness.
- Cultivate and manage active relationships with journalists, editors, and key media outlets.
- Draft, edit, and approve high-impact public statements, press releases, and corporate media kits.
- Identify public-facing opportunities such as industry awards, conference speaking tracks, and executive thought-leadership placements.
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Marketing,
Communications, Public Relations, Business, or a related field
- 4 to 6+ years of experience in a
combined marketing and communications role
- Experience in digital marketing,
social media management, and campaign execution
- Strong content creation skills
(writing, editing, and basic design)
- Ability to analyze data and
translate insights into actionable strategies
- Excellent interpersonal and
relationship-building skills
What We’re Looking For
- A strategic, creative thinker with strong strategic planning abilities
- A self-starter who can manage
multiple projects and priorities
- A strong communicator and
collaborative professional who values community engagement
How To Apply
Port of Sydney Development Corporation will be accepting applications for this position via email. Please follow the instructions below carefully. Failure to do so may result in disqualification.
Candidates are asked to email a cover letter and resume directly to michelle@portofsydney.ca by November 15, 2026.
Email Address: michelle@portofsydney.ca Apply here
Intended Audience
This employment opportunity is open for: Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and temporary residents who are able to work for any employer in Canada (student permit, open work permit holders), unless specific eligibility criteria are noted in the above job posting.
Location Information
- Community
- Sydney
- County
- Cape Breton Regional Municipality
- Province
- Nova Scotia
- Country
- Canada
Opportunity Information
- Employer
- Port of Sydney Development Corporation
- NOC Code
- —
- Experience Required
- Yes
- Available Openings
- 1
- Pay Type
- To be Determined
- Pay Period
- To be Determined
- Remuneration Per Pay Period
- Estimated Weekly Hours
- —
- Start Date
- —
- End Date
- —
- Language
- —
- Posted on
- November 5th 2026
- Expires
- November 16th 2026