Communications & Engagement Manager
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Communications & Engagement Manager
Do you want to watch your community change, or do you want to be the one to shape it?
Because we’re hoping you’re here for the latter. Join Aryze as a Communications & Engagement Manager.
Why Aryze?
Building communities is about more than simply building homes. That’s why we foster a strong vision for what a city can be—and act on it.
Recognized nationally for our innovative approach to development, Aryze is a dedicated team of home builders, urban planners and urbanists, all deeply committed to increasing the quality of communities across Greater Victoria and beyond. This approach has resulted in award-winning projects like: Pearl Block—missing middle townhomes on a challenging triangular lot; Rotunda—architecturally-significant condos in a neighbourhood with room to grow; and Tiny Homes—transitional housing units built from repurposed shipping containers for some of our community’s most vulnerable.
If you thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter, join our growing team. Together, we’re city-building for the better.
Who are we?
We are a local Victoria-based group of next-generation leaders trying to build homes, but really, we like to think of ourselves as entrepreneurs with an underlying goal of building better communities. What began with building a swim dock and a floating tree in the Gorge Waterway (and engaging in a political conversation or two) has grown into a mission: to demystify and disrupt the real estate industry by making room for more housing in Victoria neighbourhoods with room to grow.We believe that every neighbourhood should have diverse housing types and tenures for all incomes and demographics. A densified, compact, walkable lifestyle is critical to solving our climate and housing crisis; all while creating more livable and healthier communities.
While we bring a number of innovative infill development projects to market, Aryze’s earliest roots are in quality and unique construction. Our focus to build with the highest standards of craft, design and efficiency has distinguished our homes from others on the block.
Who are you?
You have a passion for taking on challenging projects that are unique—sometimes a bit weird—and delivered in an entrepreneurial environment where excellence is expected. You are a strong writer and technical project manager, with a keen attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities. You stay up to date with current technology and love a good checklist. Most of all, you want to contribute in a place where you’re more than an employee number; a place you love working.
Still here? Good. Because if this resonates with you, we’d love to hear about it in your cover letter.
Reporting to the Director of Marketing & Communications, the Communications & Engagement Manager works collaboratively with the development and marketing teams to manage market research, oversee community outreach, execute engagement campaigns for projects, coordinate deliverables and support outward-facing initiatives. A key responsibility of this role is to support and foster our partnerships with First Nations communities through respectful engagement and relationship-building. All functions and responsibilities are performed in alignment with Aryze’s values and beliefs.
Success in this role requires a high level of organization, attention to detail and a proactive approach to community and stakeholder engagement. Supporting cross-functional collaboration between marketing, communications and development teams, this candidate is expected to research and execute grant applications, support with proposal writing, develop press releases and be adept in technical writing. An important component of the role is fostering meaningful relationships and partnerships with First Nations communities, grounded in cultural awareness. The ideal candidate brings strong interpersonal and communication skills, and is comfortable speaking with the public, either one-on-one or event format.
A foundational understanding of local municipal processes and real estate development is considered an asset. This role is generally office-based, Monday–Friday, with evening and weekend availability required during active campaigns. Regional travel is a requirement related to our First Nations partnerships and ongoing relationship-building.
Responsibilities
Proposal & Grant Writing
Research, track and execute funding and partnership opportunities, including government grants, philanthropic funding, and RFPs/RFQs, aligning them with organizational priorities and project needs
Lead the coordination and project management of proposal and grant submissions, developing workback schedules, coordinating contributions from internal teams and external partners and ensuring timely, high-quality submissions
Develop clear, compelling written content for grant applications, funding proposals and supporting materials—tailored to funder guidelines, community context and project goals
Collaborate with staff, stakeholders and community partners to gather relevant data, co-develop content and align proposal language with strategic priorities and community impact
Prepare and manage reporting deliverables for successful grants and contracts, including financial tracking, performance metrics and narrative updates to meet compliance and accountability standards
Content Creation
Translate complex concepts into accessible, case-making narratives tailored to diverse audiences, including funders, media, public sector and community stakeholders
Craft structured, goal-oriented content such as grant applications, RFP responses and technical proposals, ensuring clarity, consistency and alignment with evaluation criteria
Develop high-impact press releases, engagement materials and public communications that distill organizational milestones, initiatives and policy positions into concise, media-ready content
Write and edit long-form narrative documents—such as case studies, backgrounders, and strategic reports—with attention to tone, logic and storytelling that reflects organizational voice and vision
Support with content development for the Aryze Annual magazine, blog, social media
Proofread written content to apply, embrace and advocate for the Aryze brand experience, ensuring consistency across all corporate or brand touchpoints
Coordination & Project Management
Coordinate and execute project engagement initiatives and deliverables, including written content production, survey development, communication materials, email newsletters and responses
Manage multiple concurrent projects with overlapping deadlines, ensuring tasks are tracked, prioritized, and completed on schedule through clear work plans and milestone tracking
Coordinate cross-departmental collaboration, facilitating effective communication and alignment between program staff, leadership and external partners throughout project lifecycles
Maintain organized documentation, timelines and deliverables using project management tools (e.g., Asana, or spreadsheets) to ensure visibility, accountability, and seamless workflow across teams
General
Support First Nations partnerships through continued relationship-building, coordination of meetings and appropriate follow-up
Manage the Aryze community email inbox and oversee the execution of timely and accurate responses
Execute the delivery of letters and door-to-door outreach to inform nearby residents about upcoming projects
Coordinate, administrate and execute communications and engagement campaign plans and corporate promotions (ie, The Good City Project, community partnerships)
Facilitate the printing (in-house and professional) of marketing engagement materials
Support the use and maintenance of Aryze’s CRM system relating to engagement activities—campaign set up and monitoring, adjusting forms, etc
Support with the execution of public engagement, community meetings and staff events, as required
Assist with general administration including meeting prep and meeting minutes, deliveries, site visits, etc
Support with general office maintenance and events while fostering a positive work environment through employee engagement
Attend weekend and evening meetings or events, as required
Supporting business administration and other duties, as required
Travel, as required
Skills
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with positive work ethic and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Strong organizational skills with proven ability to balance competing deadlines and prioritize effectively
Exceptional attention to detail and written skills; copywriting, proofreading and editing
Up-to-date and aware of current technological trends and software and can translate those trends into compelling communications materials
Values constructive criticism and feedback
Effective decision-making skills with strong attention to detail
Ability to work under time constraints and adapt to change
Willingness to be resourceful, work independently and take initiative when completing tasks
Proficient in Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Adobe Acrobat Pro
Comfortable using a diverse range of software and technology to support creative and administrative processes
Capable of working within a strong file management system (ie. Google Drive)
Knowledge of local real estate market is an asset
Experience working with and supporting First Nations
Qualifications
Experience: 3-5 years related experience in a communications, community liaison or community engagement role, experience in grant and proposal writing considered an asset
Education: Degree, diploma or certificate in a related field, such as communications, public relations, project management, marketing or business administration
Salary
Communications & Engagement Manager: $70,000 - $+0,000
Employment offers will be determined by knowledge, experience and internal equity.
Total Rewards Package
We’re committed to supporting our team with a thoughtful and progressive total rewards program that reflects our values as an organization. This package is a comprehensive set of benefits and incentives designed to support your overall well-being, recognize your contributions and help you thrive personally and professionally. In addition to a competitive base salary, we offer a wide range of benefits, including:
2 weeks of vacation, which increases with tenure
A comprehensive extended health and dental plan including long-term disability insurance, life & critical illness coverage and health & wellness spending account
Discounted fitness & gym membership to support a healthy and active lifestyle
Centrally located office in Victoria with upper harbour ocean views and a delightful supply of snacks to keep the energy high
Flexible work hours that promote work-life balance
Funding for ongoing professional development
Exclusively designed Aryze merchandise
Regular team events to keep the connections strong
Secure bike storage to encourage eco-friendly commuting
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment that embraces equity and promotes equal opportunities for all candidates. At Aryze, we recognize the value that people from different backgrounds, lived experiences and perspectives bring to our team, specifically when working within the realm of city-building. We believe that diversity fuels innovation, creativity, success—and fundamentally—better cities for all citizens.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $70,000.00-$+0,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Company events
Dental care
Disability insurance
Discounted or free food
Extended health care
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Paid time off
Profit sharing
Tuition reimbursement
Vision care
Wellness program
Work from home
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
Victoria, BC: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
Do you actively live on Vancouver Island?
Do you have your permanent residency? Would you be willing to provide proof?
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)
Experience:
Proposal Writing: 3 years (preferred)
Project Management: 3 years (preferred)
Communications: 3 years (preferred)
Grant Writing: 3 years (preferred)
Community Engagement: 3 years (preferred)
Language:
English (required)
Licence/Certification:
Class 5 Driver's License (required)
Location:
Victoria, BC (required)
Work Location: In person