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St. John’s-Ravenscourt School is a respectful learning community that inspires academic excellence, creative expression, active healthy living and social responsibility in order to develop compassionate and confident individuals. SJR is an independent co-educational Kindergarten to Grade 12 university-preparatory day school that prepares students for university and the challenges of the world beyond. We invite applications for the following position: Senior Communications Officer

Reporting to the Director of Marketing and Communications, the Senior Communications Officer is a collaborative and highly skilled communications professional who will be responsible for:

Content Development and Storytelling:

· Researching, writing, editing, and coordinating content for a variety of School publications such as the School website, e-newsletter, and annual report.

· Identifying and developing stories that showcase student achievement, faculty excellence, alumni success, and community impact.

· Translating complex information into clear, engaging, audience-appropriate content.

· Maintaining strong editorial standards, ensuring communications are accurate, timely, accessible, and aligned with the School’s mission, vision, values, and voice.

Communications and Brand Management:

· Supporting the development and implementation of communications plans that advance institutional priorities and support consistent messaging across internal and external audiences.

· Assisting with issues management by helping prepare timely, accurate, and sensitive communications for key audiences.

Digital Communications and Social Media

· Developing and implementing social media strategies, content calendars, and platform-specific content that builds engagement and reflects SJR’s brand and values.

· Supporting the School’s bi-weekly e-news, multimedia storytelling, photography/video coordination, and other digital communications initiatives.

· Monitoring digital engagement, social media activity and website performance to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.

· Applying best practices in accessibility, search engine optimization, digital usability, and audience-focused content development.

Project Management, Analytics, and Continuous Improvement

· Coordinating communications projects from concept to completion, including timelines, approvals, deliverables, and stakeholder input.

· Tracking communications outcomes and preparing reports with recommendations for the Director of Marketing and Communications.

· Managing multiple priorities and deadlines while exercising sound judgment, discretion, and attention to detail.

The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field, or a creative communications diploma. They will have five to seven years of progressively responsible experience in communications, ideally within an educational, independent school, advancement, or non-profit setting. Proficiency with content management systems such as AMAIS and Microsoft SharePoint is preferred. Experience with social media management tools, email platforms such as Constant Contact, Google Analytics, Canva, and Adobe Creative Cloud is also preferred. Understanding of the Blackbaud platform and familiarity with mySchoolApp would be considered an asset.

Qualified applicants should forward their applications, including a cover letter and resume by Sunday, August 2, 2026, to:

Attn: Human Resources

St. John’s-Ravenscourt School

400 South Drive

Winnipeg, MB R3T 3K5

F: 204.477.2466

E: careers@sjr.mb.ca

By submitting an application for employment, applicants consent to the School conducting inquiries into suitability for employment by contacting references provided and/or former employers, verification of academic records and any information publicly available online, including social media. The duration of this consent is limited from the time of my application to the time that hiring for the 2026-2027 school year is completed. This information will not be shared with any other organization or individual outside of the School, without your request or prior authorization, unless required or permitted by law.

In accordance with its employment equity policy, SJR encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

We thank all who apply; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

SJR is committed to promoting the welfare of our students. All qualified applicants will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check prior to commencement of employment.

In accordance with its employment equity policy, SJR encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

We thank all who apply; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

SJR is committed to promoting the welfare of our students. All qualified applicants will be required to provide a clear Criminal Record Check and Child Abuse Registry Check prior to commencement of employment.

Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available upon request any time during the recruitment process. Our Accessible employment policies and practices are available on request and in accessible formats. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats of communication and/or request an alternative method of applying for a position by contacting humanresources@sjr.mb.ca

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision care

Work Location: In person