Internal Communications Coordinator

Job Title:  Internal Communications Coordinator

Building the space between proven and possible, MDA Space (TSX:MDA) is a trusted mission partner to the global space industry. A robotics, satellite systems and geointelligence pioneer with a 55-year+ story of world firsts and more than 450 missions, MDA Space is a global leader in communications satellites, Earth and space observation, and space exploration and infrastructure. The MDA Space team of more than 3,000 space experts in Canada, the US and the UK has the knowledge and know-how to turn an audacious customer vision into an achievable mission – bringing to bear a one-of-a-kind mix of experience, engineering excellence and wide-eyed wonder that’s been in our DNA since day one. For those who dream big and push boundaries on the ground and in the stars to change the world for the better, we’ll take you there.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an out-of-this-world Internal Communications Coordinator to join our Corporate Communications team! If you have a flair for storytelling and a love for making complex concepts clear, then this is the mission for you. In this role, you will use a variety of channels to help create, share, and amplify internal messages that drive employee engagement and support a culture of transparency and innovation. Based in Brampton at the MDA Space headquarters, the successful candidate will report directly to the Internal Communications Manager and will act as business partner to the Human Resources and Shared Services teams.

This is a career-defining opportunity to make your mark on one of Canada’s most historic, innovative and exciting technology companies in a rapidly expanding growth sector. Excited? Here’s what you can expect.

Job Responsibilities:

• Content Creation & Distribution: Develop and write clear, engaging internal communications including, emails, intranet posts, newsletters and company-wide announcements. Manage content calendar to ensure timeliness of messages. Support the scheduling, publication and distribution of content.
• Act as Business Partner: Support Human Resources, Shared Services (Finance, IT, etc.), and other departments with internal communications needs to ensure alignment and consistent messaging.
• Employee Engagement: Support employee engagement initiatives by promoting internal events, employee programs, and celebrations. Create content that fosters a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Maintain Communication Channels: Oversee internal communication platforms (intranet, email, internal collaboration tools, etc.) to ensure content is up-to-date, relevant and easily accessible to all employees.
• Measurement & Reporting: Track the effectiveness of internal communications efforts through surveys, analytics and employee feedback.
• Brand Ambassadorship: Be a champion for the company's brand, mission, vision and values in all internal communications.

Your Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Business Administration, marketing, Journalism, Communications, or related field.
• 2 + years of tactical internal/employee, HR and change communication.
• Superior writing, editing, proofreading, and information gathering experience to shape compelling content across multiple internal channels and platforms (digital and in-person).
• Strong organizational and project management skills with experience in managing multiple, diverse projects and tight deadlines with autonomy, while maintaining timely, high-quality work across the team.
• Demonstrated internal relationship building with business leaders supporting and developing internal content for business communication needs.
• Established strength in developing and delivering high quality internal communication content and campaigns.
• Track record for getting things done, finding solutions to complex challenges, and turning ideas into measurable plans.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail skills.

Benefits Statement

MDA Space offers competitive compensation and benefits to its employees at all of its locations. As a member of the MDA Space team, you and your eligible dependents can enroll in a benefits plan that provides a comprehensive level of protection through competitive health care, including: health care plans supplemental and flexible drug plans, dental and vision benefits, disability income protection, life insurance, group retirement savings plans and an employee assistance program and to their family.

Equal Opportunity Statement

MDA Space is an equal opportunity employer with a strong focus on diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and candidates with respect and dignity. If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruitment process, please let us know.

The compensation range for this position is $55,000 - $75,000 annually. The specific compensation offered will be based on the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate.