Lead Communications Strategist (Executive Office)
Join the City of Kelowna’s vibrant Executive Office as our Lead Communications Strategist. We are looking for a dynamic communications leader with strong strategic thinking, exceptional writing skills, and a talent for building collaborative relationships. In this role, In this role, you will be primarily focused on providing internal and external strategic communications primarily for the City Manager and Mayor and Council. The position also develops and delivers communications and marketing strategies to maximize effectiveness of corporate priority plans and departmental initiatives. This position will report to the Executive Office Manager.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have post-secondary education in communications/public relations or journalism, along with experience in corporate communications. Experience working in any level of government and/ or political speech writing is a strong asset, as is a demonstrated ability to take on increasing responsibility in one's career. Experience advising senior level leaders is also an asset. The role requires flexibility to balance priorities and multiple projects; political acumen is key, as well as managing confidential information. The successful candidate needs to excel in a fast-paced environment, with a strong attention to detail.
Help create Kelowna as a City of the Future. Our diverse and dynamic team strives to innovate to make things better, work as one team, serve proudly and lead responsibly. Live, work and play in one of Canada’s fastest growing cities. Kelowna boasts miles of lake access, public areas and outdoor recreation opportunities, a vibrant downtown and cultural scene, healthy and connected neighbourhoods.
Grow your career in an organization that supports employee work-life balance and career and professional development. This exempt position offers a salary range of $87,000 to $101,500, employer-paid comprehensive benefits, an earned day off program, paid vacation and one of Canada’s top pension plans.
The City of Kelowna is committed to being an organization that values and reflects its community’s diverse population, and to fostering an equitable, inclusive and progressive work environment where everyone can be their authentic self and feels a sense of belonging.
For further information or to apply, please check our website at www.kelowna.ca/careers
Applications must be received by end of day April 22, 2026
Applicants not contacted within three weeks of the closing date are thanked for their interest
