Posted 2 months ago
Marketing and Communications Manager
@ Ontario Native Women's Association
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Overview
Ontario Native Women's Association is hiring a full-time Marketing and Communications Manager to lead its organization-wide marketing, branding, digital engagement and public awareness work. The role supervises staff, reports to the Director of Policy, Strategy and Communications, and requires 3 to 5 years of management experience. The salary range is $87,000 to $107,574, with a 35-hour week and a comprehensive benefits package.
Responsibilities:
- Lead organization-wide marketing and communications strategy
- Oversee integrated campaigns, storytelling and social media
- Advise executive leadership and departments on public-facing messaging
- Supervise the marketing and communications team
- Measure campaign performance and audience insights
Requirements summary:
- Diploma or bachelor's in marketing, communications or related field
- 3 to 5 years of management experience including supervising staff
- Experience with integrated communications strategy and brand compliance
- Experience managing social media and digital content
- Knowledge of Indigenous communities and culturally safe communications
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Manager |
| Department | Marketing |
| Management experience | 3+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 35 |
| Schedule | day |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities |
| Education | College diploma (required), Bachelor’s degree (required) |
| Fields of study | Marketing, Communications, Business, Public Relations |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Flexible hours, Retirement plan, Wellness |
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Ontario Native Women's Association
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The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is a not for profit organization to empower and support all Indigenous women and their families in the province of Ontario through research, advocacy, policy development and programs that focus on local, regional and provincial activities. Our vision is to be a unified voice for equity, equality and justice for Indigenous women through cultural restoration within and across Nations. Established in 1971, ONWA delivers culturally enriched programs and services to Indigenous women and their families regardless of their status or locality. We are committed to providing services that strengthen communities and guarantee the preservation of Indigenous culture, identity, art, language and heritage. Ending violence against Indigenous women and their families and ensuring equal access to justice, education, health services, environmental stewardship and economic development, sit at the cornerstone of the organization. ONWA insists on social and cultural well–being for all Indigenous women and their families, so that all women, regardless of tribal heritage may live their best life.
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- Unit 15-684 City Road, Fort William First Nation, Ontario P7J 1K3, CA
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- Business categories
- Advocacy
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- Mental Health
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- Other recorded names
- Ontario Native Women's Association
- Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)
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The Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA) is a not for profit organization to empower and support all Indigenous women and their families in the province of Ontario through research, advocacy, policy development and programs that focus on local, regional and provincial activities. Our vision is to be a unified voice for equity, equality and justice for Indigenous women through cultural restoration within and…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Non-profit Organizations |
| Company size | 51-200 employees |
| Headquarters | Fort William First Nation, Ontario |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 1971 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 16 |
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Why make ONWA your career choice?
Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members:
- Competitive salaries
- Generous paid vacation time
- Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
- Additional paid stat and civic holidays
- 35-hour work week
- Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision, and EAP. All premiums are covered by the employer.
- Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
- Participate in CAAT defined benefit pension plan and retire with secure lifetime retirement income
- Paid sick days
- Paid cultural/personal wellness days
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Ongoing professional development
- Possible reimbursement on a portion of cell phone and internet expenses
VISION:
At the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA), we celebrate and honor the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family, community, provincially, nationally, and internationally for generations to come.
SCOPE:
The Marketing and Communications Manager provides strategic leadership for ONWA's marketing, branding, digital engagement, public awareness, and organizational reputation. Reporting to the Director of Policy, Strategy and Communications, the Manager leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of ONWA's organization-wide Marketing and Communications Strategy to advance the organization's Vision, Mission, strategic priorities, and advocacy goals.
Leading the Marketing and Communications team, the Manager oversees integrated marketing, storytelling, digital communications, social media, branding, and public awareness campaigns that strengthen organizational visibility, engagement, and advocacy across Ontario. As ONWA's marketing and communications subject matter expert, the Manager provides strategic advice and guidance to Executive Leadership and departments across the organization, partnering with program areas to translate organizational priorities into effective public-facing campaigns while ensuring consistent, culturally grounded messaging and brand integrity.
The Manager is responsible for protecting and enhancing ONWA's public profile and reputation through strategic communications, collaboration, and relationship building, while using performance measurement, audience insights, and evaluation to continuously improve the effectiveness and impact of marketing and communications initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Post-secondary diploma or bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Public Relations, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum three (3) to five (5) years’ management experience in marketing, communications, public relations, or related field, including supervision of staff.
- Experience developing, executing, monitoring, and evaluating an organization-wide integrated Communications Strategy, ensuring brand compliance and promoting a positive and effective public image.
SKILLS:
- Experience leading marketing and communications strategy development and implementation, and coordinating marketing and communications campaigns and promotional materials and initiatives
- Strong ability to develop messaging, and marketing content across digital, print, social media, and broadcast platforms in alignment with ONWA branding.
- Experience managing social media channels, digital content, and engagement campaigns.
- Strong project management skills with ability to coordinate multiple campaigns and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise staff and coordinate workflows and deliverables.
- Strong written, verbal, and visual communications skills with attention to detail.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience working in not-for-profit or community-based environments is an asset.
KNOWLEDGE:
- Strong knowledge of marketing and communications strategy, branding, campaign development, and public awareness communications.
- Understanding of digital marketing, social media platforms, and content management systems.
- Knowledge of Indigenous communities, cultures, and culturally safe communications practices.
- Awareness of social issues affecting Indigenous women and families.
- Understanding of public awareness campaigns and engagement, communications and marketing strategies and tactics for a diverse audience for an Indigenous women’s not-for-profit organization, including community members, government officials, funders, etc.
- Knowledge of not-for-profit marketing and communications environments and funder expectations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 suite and digital marketing and communications tools.
Please know, this is an existing role we are looking to fill.
The full salary range for this role is $87,000 - $107,574. ONWA conducts annual performance reviews, and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
If you would like to learn more about the job, please send us an email at [email protected].
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