External Senior Manager, Public Engagement – Canadian Women’s Foundation External Senior Manager, Public Engagement – Canadian Women’s Foundation Position: Full Time Salary: between $70,000 and $80,000 Published: November 3, 2025 Closing: November 19, 2025 The Canadian Women’s Foundation is seeking a Senior Manager to join the Public Engagement Team. Reporting to the Vice President, Public Engagement, the Senior Manager is responsible for driving the Foundation’s voice, storytelling strategy and several key donor communications products. Importantly, this role will manage press opportunities for the Foundation’s spokespeople to build their profiles. This is a key creative post responsible for running our ‘press office,’ serving as the first point of contact for media enquiries, led by the VP and an external PR agency. This role is for a strong writer. The role consists of speechwriting, management of the annual report, crafting donor-facing newsletters and more. This role will act as lead for storytelling strategy to connect our audiences and supporters with the impact of our work, by leading interviews and content production to bring these stories to life. This role will require someone who can get up to speed quickly on the key issues relating to gender equity and justice to ensure our continued presence as a thought leader, amplifying our leadership, identity and voice. This role requires someone who is passionate, driven and believes in the Foundation’s vision for every woman, girl and gender diverse person to have the power, safety, support and rights they need to thrive. The Canadian Women’s Foundation is Canada’s public foundation for gender justice and equality. We advance this by growing support for grassroots feminist action, partnering with communities and organizations to improve conditions, and building diverse leadership and knowledge for sustainable change. Since 1991, thanks to our generous supporters and donors, the Foundation has raised more than $270 million to fund over 3,400 life transforming programs across the country. As a leading voice for women, girls and gender-diverse people in Canada, the Canadian Women’s Foundation is committed to getting gender equality issues front and centre in the hearts and minds of people in Canada. For more information about the Foundation, visit our website. To learn more about what we offer to employees and why you should apply, visit Work With Us. We strongly encourage applications from women, Two Spirit, trans, and nonbinary people who identify as Black and/or racialized, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit, living with disabilities, and/or members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. Key Duties and Responsibilities Donor Engagement & Stewardship Communications Writer for donor stewardship products such as Annual Report, bi-annual Changemaker donor newsletter, donor updates and more. Responsible for content and design of custom donor communications materials (e.g., brochures, pledge cards, banners, event collateral). Voice, Thought Leadership Manage thought leadership opportunities including speechwriting for all Foundation speaking engagements. Storytelling Lead the storytelling strategy across the Foundation (including public engagement and fundraising campaigns). Conduct interviews with Foundation grantees, and develop individual impact stories to convey compelling evidence for the Foundation’s support. Partner with content producers to commission ethical photography and film to tell the impact of the Foundation’s work. Create and manage storytelling library, photography asset bank and consent approvals. Support media relations Support the management of our PR agency who will drive proactive media interest for the Foundation and manage all PR opportunities. Support PR agency in reviewing and approving press releases and stories, media pitching, quotes, op-eds. Monitor, track and create reports on our media engagement using our media monitoring service Meltwater. Assist VP, Public Engagement in crisis communications. Qualifications and Experience Education and Experience: 5+ years’ experience working in communications and media, ideally in a non-profit environment. Bachelor’s degree in journalism, communication, writing or related field. Skills and Abilities: A proven track record in designing and implementing successful communications strategies. Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse, culturally respectful environment. Strong storytelling skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with survivors of violence and other program participants in a trauma-informed, non-judgmental and compassionate manner. Proven media relations skills. Proficiency with media monitoring tools (Meltwater). Proven ability to prioritize tasks, meet tight deadlines and perform effectively under pressure in a dynamic environment. Fast learner with a strong ability to grasp new concepts quickly. Strong attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of work. Outstanding written communication and presentation skills. Knowledge of current trends and best practices in nonprofit communications and related strategies and tactics. Demonstrated ability to write for a donor audience. Working knowledge of various methods to measure, evaluate, and report on the effectiveness of communications strategies. Bilingualism is an asset (English and French). Expectations and Conditions The selected candidate will be able to start work as soon as possible and would complete a three-month probation period. Compensation The hiring range for this position is $70,000 – $80,000. Our benefits package includes a comprehensive group benefits plan, a generous vacation allotment, RRSP contributions as well as professional development opportunities. This is a full-time position. Job Location Depending on the location of the successful candidate, this position could be remote, hybrid or in-office. Our head office is in Toronto, Ontario, but we are seeking candidates from anywhere in Canada. Some travel within Canada may be required. Apply Today by Submitting: A one-page cover letter outlining why you want to be part of the Canadian Women’s Foundation and briefly summarizing your key skills and relevant experience. A resume that provides an overview of your work, education, and volunteer experience. The deadline for submission is 8:00 PM EST on November 19, 2025. Please apply here. Canadian Women’s Foundation Commitment to Equity The Canadian Women’s Foundation is strongly committed to equity in employment and seeks to attract, select, and hire a diverse team with a high level of professional skills, passion for and belief in our vision and mission. We aim to be inclusive of diverse people across gender and sexuality spectrums. This includes people who identify as women, girls, trans, Two Spirit, genderqueer, nonbinary, and 2SLGBTQIA+. If comfortable, we encourage candidates to share information about their identities, lived experiences, and the communities they are part of in their cover letter. The Canadian Women’s Foundation adheres to Canadian Human Rights legislation and will provide accommodation to candidates during any part of the interview or hiring process, if requested. We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for a first interview will be contacted. We anticipate two rounds of interviews before the successful candidate is selected.