Advisor, Communications

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Please note that:

• Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
• We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

At RONA, over 22,000 employees let their passion blossom every day. Our teams are driven by the desire to help people bring their projects to life and are committed to making a difference in the communities we serve.

We operate or service some 425 corporate and affiliated dealer stores. With a distinctive product and service offering and complementary store formats ranging from neighbourhood hardware stores to big box stores, our RONA+, RONA, Réno-Dépôt, and Dick’s Lumber banners are well equipped to help meet the needs of all DIYers and contractors.

You’ve got the talent? We’ve got the tools! Here, your work and ideas will contribute to building a flourishing organization. Your voice will always be heard and valued. You’ll find career opportunities that live up to your ambitions and be able to further develop your unique set of skills.

So, if you’re looking to do what you love, we could be a perfect match

Our expectations

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, the Advisor, Communications will work with multiple business units to ensure engaging communications that promote engagement with different stakeholders, both internally and externally.

The incumbent will be responsible for managing and creating content for the various internal communication tools and will participate in the planning, development, and execution of internal and external communication strategies that support RONA inc.’s business objectives.

We’re looking for a detail-oriented, creative, and collaborative person, who thrives on challenges and projects of all scopes, and who is able to manage different IT tools.

Your role

• Manage and coordinate the distribution of communications via our internal (intranet, TVs, etc.) and external (corporate website) communication tools
• Create content for various internal and external communication tools, including large-scale corporate events throughout the year
• Support internal clients with the development and execution of effective communication strategies that contribute to the organization’s business objectives
• Coordinate communications initiatives with external service providers
• Build strong relationships with the company’s stakeholders and propose and implement effective communication strategies to position key projects using targeted tactics, both internally and externally
• Create messages for internal clients, including speeches, video scripts, presentations, and written messages for internal or external use
• Promote and protect the reputation of RONA inc. and its banners
• Contribute to the preparation of press kits (key messages, press releases, Q&A documents, company positioning, etc.)

The qualifications we are looking for

• University degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related discipline
• 3 to 5 years of experience in communications
• Experience managing a corporate intranet
• Good writing and editing skills
• Willingness and ability to develop new communication tools
• Proficiency in different internal communication tools, including SharePoint (an asset)
• Strong business ethics (strict observance of confidentiality) and good judgment
• Strong listening, collaboration, and teamwork skills
• Ability to dissect key messages and simplify information for target internal and external audiences
• Proven priority-setting skills
• Ability to handle several projects simultaneously with tight deadlines
• Great rigour and strong attention to detail
• Ability to advise internal customers
• Our Hybrid Workplace Policy establishes that associates need to have a reliable transportation to and from our corporate head office located in Boucherville (Quebec), to come to the office on a regular basis.
• We require all our head office associates to be proficient in French, spoken and written.

By joining the RONA family, you’ll enjoy many benefits, such as:

• A fitness centre, sports activities, and showers
• A childcare centre that can accommodate up to 78 children
• A cafeteria with a delicious menu prepared by a dedicated chef, healthy options, as well as FARO Roasting Houses and Tim Hortons coffee stations
• Exclusive employee discounts, plus a 10% discount on store merchandise (at all RONA locations)
• Benefits: retirement savings plan, annual bonuses, student incentive program, etc.
• Electric car charging stations
• Career growth opportunities within the company
• An inclusive and safe working environment
• Promotion of work-life balance
• An employer that’s involved in the community
• And much more!

RONA is committed to encouraging diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, colour, religion, sexual orientation, gender, nationality, age, disability, or any other protected status.