We’re Hiring: Manager, Campaigns and Communications
We’re Hiring: Manager, Campaigns and Communications
We’re Hiring: Manager, Campaigns and Communications
Queer Momentum is hiring a full time Manager of Campaigns and Communications for an 11-month contract with possibility of renewal. Reporting to the Executive Director, the Manager of Campaigns and Communications shall supervise campaign-related staff members, oversee and implement organizational communications strategies and lead development and implementation of Momentum campaigns. The individual in this position will play a pivotal role coordinating 2SLGBTQIA+ advocacy in the next federal election.
Details:
- Start Date: December 1st, 2024 (open to negotiation)
- Salary: $75,000
- Full time (30 hours/week, 4 day work week)
- Remote (work from home) with occasional optional travel
Key responsibilities include:
- Alongside the Executive Director, leading development and implementation of Momentum campaigns and communications strategies with a focus on the upcoming federal election.
- Supporting Momentum’s growing team of regional organizers.
- Working with partner organizations to support local and regional campaign development through Momentum’s advocacy infrastructure.
- Undertaking Rapid Response campaigns to address and act upon emerging issues.
- Extensive experience developing innovative and creative social media campaigns, including video productions and graphic design skills, is considered an asset
What does our ideal candidate look like? Our ideal candidate:
- Has significant (5+ years) experience as a communications and campaign professional within community organizations, social justice advocacy, the labour movement and/or electoral politics.
- Has excellent political judgement, demonstrated ability to provide political analysis and strategic advice.
- Thrives in a fast-paced work environment supported by a small team of passionate colleagues and partners.
- Has developed and implemented organizational communications strategies, including through social media and nation builder.
- Is a member of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, with particular consideration for trans and racialized 2SLGBTQIA+ applicants.
- Given the centrality of this role and the close collaboration required with Momentum's executive director, strong preference will be given to an individual based in Ottawa.
We are accepting applications for this role until Friday, November 22nd at 5:00PM Eastern. Please submit your cover letter and resume to [email protected] with the subject line: "Application - Manager Position".
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The Society of Queer Momentum is looking for a part time (10 hours a week or approximately 25% FTE) Project Coordinator at $30 an hour for an 8-month contract (Aug 1, 2025-March 31, 2026) to coordinate project activities as part of the government funded WAGE (“Women & Gender Equality”) project. The deadline to apply is July 14, with an intended start date in early August (which can be adjusted if needed). Reporting to the Executive Director, the Project Coordinator will:
• Coordinate all aspects of in-person & virtual project activities & meetings
• Work with Finance Officer to maintain compliance with project budget
• Ensures appropriate systems and controls are in place for effectively managing risks
• Attends Momentum organization and projects’ meetings and committees as required
• Works closely with the team and other key stakeholders to design and implement project activities
• Ensures regular reporting and feedback on achievement of project and organizational goals
• Recommends and implements strategies for engagement and feedback on project activities
• Fosters mutually beneficial relationships with other organizations, institutions, partners, etc.
• Collaborates and engages with community partners and stakeholders
The position is home-based/remote. No relocation is required. Applicants must have a workspace that protects the privacy of work-related activities including meetings held via Zoom.
Use of a personal computer and reliable internet access are also required, the cost of which will not be paid by Momentum.
Momentum is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from individuals impacted by colonialism, racism, classism, sexism, able-ism, trans-phobia, homophobia, bi-phobia, or other or multiple forms of oppression. Preference will be given to Black, Indigenous, and racialized queer and trans people, as well as qualified candidates with disabilities, who are neuro-diverse, or are new Canadians legally entitled to work in Canada. Self-identification by candidates is completely voluntary.
How to apply:
The deadline to apply for this position is Monday, July 14, 2025. Your application should
include your CV, contact details for two professional references, and a cover letter. Your cover should
explain:
Why you are interested in the position
How your experience qualifies you for the role
Your preferred start date
Applications should be submitted here: https://queermomentum.fillout.com/projectapp
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview.
Questions may be submitted to [email protected] with “Project
Coordinator Application” in the subject line of the email.
Applicants are also invited to complete this voluntary Self-Identification form, found here.