1610: COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
200 Anemki PlaceFWFN, OntarioP7G1L6
Why should YOU choose Dilico?
- Optional Flexible schedule to support work-life balance
- OMERS Pension plan available to all employees
- Competitive salaries
- Generous paid vacation time
- Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
- EFAP available to all employees and their families
- Benefit plan that includes dental, healthcare, and vision services for permanent employees
- A chance to make a difference in the community
Positions Available: 1 – Full-Time Permanent Position
Position Location: Thunder Bay, ON (this position is not remote)
Closing Date: May 5, 2026
Competition #: 1610
Full Time
Business Manager - Non-profit organization
1
$83,297.91 To $97,446.77 Annually
35
n/a
5/5/2026
n/a
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Assistant Director of Communications, the Communications Manager is responsible for managing all program functions required for external and internal communications.
Externally, the Communications Manager facilitates media and public relations; manages communications materials and supports community outreach activities by other programs and services; develops and maintains communication materials for presentations; and enhances Dilico’s profile throughout the Indigenous, health care and social service sectors, its stakeholders, and the public.
Internally, the Communications Manager is responsible for leading and strengthening Dilico’s internal communications framework, ensuring staff across all programs, district offices, and regional service locations are informed, aligned, and connected to the organization’s mission, values, and priorities. This role will establish clear internal communications structures, processes, and standards, while supporting leadership and teams in communicating consistently and effectively across the organization.
The Communications Manager will also be responsible for supervising the communications staff.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Post secondary education in the field of business administration with major course work in public relations, marketing, communications, journalism, social services, Indigenous studies or a related field. Minimum of a College Diploma, University degree preferred. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
- An individual who is of Anishinabe ancestry with understanding of Anishinabe history, culture, traditions, ceremonies and values is preferred.
- Must have significant job-related experience with demonstrated competence and ability to analyze and interpret organizational communication issues.
- Must have experience with management and leadership, with demonstrated knowledge and skills in the areas of marketing, communications, public relations, project management and organizational development.
- Must have and exercise professional judgment regarding public relations issues and can respond to public relations issues.
- Must be able to work flexible hours and travel as required, including to Robinson-Superior communities and other locations as needed.
- Must possess a Class “G” Ontario Driver’s License and have access to a personal vehicle.
- Satisfactory criminal records check.
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Please apply directly at https://www.dilico.com/careers/
As an Indigenous Agency Dilico gives preference to Indigenous people.
Dilico is committed to diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.
Only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
Dilico Anishinabek Family Care
200 Anemki Place | Fort William First Nation | ON | P7J1L6
TF +1 855 623 8511 | T +1 807 623 8511
