Senior Manager / Director, Communications

remote
Remote, Remote, Canada .
full-time . May 13, 2026

Description

Who we are

Founded in 2023, Carbon Removal Canada is an independent non-profit accelerating the responsible scale-up of carbon removal technologies by advocating for impactful, research-backed policies, shaping Canada’s carbon removal market, and connecting the right people to the right information. We work with public and private actors to rapidly build the carbon removal industry. Together, we can position Canada as a global leader, unlocking investment for carbon removal, driving economic growth, and meeting our climate targets.

The Role

Carbon Removal Canada is seeking a Senior Manager or Director of Communications to join our public affairs team. The title and compensation will reflect the experience and seniority the successful candidate brings to the role.

This is a senior position for someone who deeply understands communications from an advocacy perspective, not just corporate or internal. This position should seek to influence the public narrative. In the role you can own our communications function, not just execute within it. You will drive the strategy, sharpen the narrative, and build the systems that position Carbon Removal Canada as the authoritative voice on carbon removal policy in Canada. You will work directly with senior leadership and government contacts, lead our external presence across media and digital channels, and help shape how decision-makers understand and act on carbon removal.

This position is remote and can be based anywhere in Canada. The position reports to the Senior Director of Public Affairs.

What you'll do

Below is a list of key responsibilities currently envisioned for this role. We are a fast-paced organization with evolving priorities, so these responsibilities may change.

External Communications

Lead the development and execution of communications strategies at the national and provincial levels, translating policy priorities into campaigns that move stakeholders
Own our editorial voice across LinkedIn, X, and our website, setting standards for tone, quality, and consistency
Write and edit high-quality content including op-eds, blog posts, newsletters, fact sheets, and policy summaries, with limited need for senior oversight
Draft and refine press releases, media advisories, and advocacy materials that hold up under scrutiny from government, media, and industry audiences
Oversee relationships with graphic designers and external vendors to ensure communications assets are strategic and on-brand
Analyze social media and website performance data to continuously improve reach and engagement

Media Relations

Lead proactive media outreach and manage incoming inquiries, with the credibility and judgment to represent the organization independently
Build and maintain relationships with journalists covering climate, energy, and federal policy
Develop and pitch story angles that advance Carbon Removal Canada's policy priorities and profile
Manage media tracking, coverage analysis, and reporting to keep leadership and stakeholders informed
Prepare spokespeople for media appearances, including developing talking points, briefing materials, and messaging guidance

Internal Communications & Operations

Contribute to organizational communications planning alongside the Senior Director of Public Affairs and executive team
Support the development of donor reports, board materials, and high-stakes presentations
Identify gaps in our communications infrastructure and build processes to close them
Track and report on communications KPIs, turning data into decisions

What we’re looking for

You are a confident, senior communications professional who can think strategically and still produce excellent work at the sentence level. You don't need direction on the fundamentals. You likely have:

5 to 10 years of experience in communications, public affairs, or a closely related field.
A strong track record of developing and executing communications strategies, not just supporting them.
Experience in politics or an advocacy organization.
Exceptional writing and editing skills, with the ability to adapt voice and format for different audiences and channels.
Established experience in media relations, including proactive pitching and spokesperson preparation.
The ability to make complex policy and technology topics accessible.
Sound judgment about when to move fast and when to slow down.

You'll really impress us if

You can work in French
You know the Canadian political and media landscape from the inside

Location, travel, and hours

This is a remote role, based anywhere in Canada, and applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada. Team members are expected to travel to events, conferences, and meetings to represent the organization as needed.

As a remote team distributed across Canada, Carbon Removal Canada holds in-person team retreats quarterly, with additional ad-hoc in-person meetings as needed. We typically work standard hours in our local time zones (9am-5pm), with core collaboration time between 11am-4pm ET. Outside of these core hours, we are more focused on outcomes than when you are at your desk.

What we offer

Carbon Removal Canada is committed to providing competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits to our team. The salary for this role will be commensurate with experience and title. The salary for a Senior Manager of Communications starts at $90,000, while a Director of Communications starts at $115,000, plus comprehensive health benefits and generous paid vacation.

Carbon Removal Canada recognizes the importance of building an inclusive organization and the value of diverse backgrounds, attributes, and perspectives. We welcome applications from Indigenous peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to fill this role.

Please reach out if you have any questions or requests for accommodation during the application or interview process.

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