About this role
Kwikwetlem First NationCommunication SpecialistDateAugust 19, 2026Reports to TitleChief Financial Officer (CFO)DeptAdminLocation65 Colony Farm RoadORGANIZATION SUMMARYk?ik?????m First Nation are a distinct BC First Nation whose traditional territory centers on the Coquitlam Lake Watershed and the surrounding areas. k?ik?????m draw our name ?Red Fish Up the River? from a run of sockeye salmon that once flourished in the Coquitlam River and Coquitlam Lake prior to the construction of the Coquitlam Dam. Our name reflects the strong connection our people have always had to our lands, and the river and lake at the heart of our traditional territory. The traditional language of the k?ik?????m? people is h?n?q??min??m?, previously Downriver Halkomelem. Our people descended from Elders who were renowned as spirit and winter dancers, skilled canoe builders, and master sturgeon and salmon fishers. k?ik?????m? is committed to building a strong, self-governing Nation that honors our rich culture, language, and history and is based on ancient Coast Salish laws and protocols. Today, as in the past, we are guided by the teachings of our ancestors to be stewards and guardians of our lands and water for past, present, and future generations.Job SummaryThe Communications Specialist is responsible for developing, coordinating, and delivering strategic communications that support the Nation?s priorities, programs, services, initiatives, and overall organizational goals. The position works with all departments ? Operations and Administration, Community Services, Lands and Resources, and Land Governance ? and reports to the CFO. The Communications Specialist also collaborates with senior leadership, k?ik?????m members, government representatives, media and external stakeholders. The Communications Specialist ensures that information is shared accurately and timely, while reflecting the Nation?s values and commitment to transparency. The position supports both internal and external communications, media relations, digital and social media content, publications, community engagement, events, and public education. The Communications Specialist will also provide advice and support during emerging issues, public announcements, and other matters that may affect the Nation?s reputation or relationship with its members or stakeholders. Job ResponsibilitiesStrategic Communications Develop, implement, and evaluate communications strategies and plans that support the Nation?s strategic priorities, programs, services, and initiatives. Provide communications advice and recommendations to the Chief and Council, CAO, CFO and Directors. Develop key messages, communication plans, briefing materials, talking points, FAQs, announcements, and other communications tools. Ensure communications are consistent with the Nation?s values, branding, policies, strategic direction, and cultural considerations. Support the development of communications protocols and procedures for internal and external communications. Identify emerging communications issues and provide recommendations to leadership regarding appropriate communication approaches. Support crisis and issues-management communications when required.Community and Internal Communications Develop clear, accessible, and timely communications for members, staff, senior leadership, government representatives, and other stakeholders. Coordinate internal communications to ensure employees receive accurate and timely information regarding organizational initiatives, policies, programs, and events. Prepare and distribute a weekly newsletter, special notices, information sheets, reports, presentations, and other communications materials. Coordinate the production of visual, print, and digital materials with graphic designers, photographers, videographers, printers, and other service providers. Lead development of the Nation?s Annual Report. Coordinate external communications and maintain positive working relationships with repr