Director of Marketing and Communications

About

Elevate the Canadian Association of Optometrists' outreach as the Director of Marketing and Communications in a dynamic hybrid setting in Ottawa. This role requires visionary leadership and operational excellence.

In this full-time position, you will enhance member engagement, oversee marketing communications, and strengthen CAO’s public profile. Your strategic guidance will directly influence how CAO interacts with its members and the broader public. This is an opportunity to lead a small team dedicated to improving vision health awareness across Canada.

Lead transformative marketing initiatives and deepen CAO’s connection with members and the public.

Responsibilities

• Enhance engagement through marketing programs and member services
• Drive CAO’s visibility through media campaigns
• Manage social media strategies and content development
• Organize CAO’s national conference marketing and communications
• Prepare spokespeople for public engagements

Requirements

• More than 7 years in communications or related fields
• Strong management of projects and people
• Exceptional writing and editorial skills
• Experience in digital communication platforms
• Ability to balance multiple priorities effectively