26-01: Manager of Communications - Full Time Position - Edmonton

AUPE is seeking a Manager of Communications to lead a fast-moving, high-impact department at the center of a complex labour environment. This role requires an experienced communications professional with strong judgment, speed, and precision. You will guide internal and external communications, strengthen AUPE’s digital presence, and ensure AUPE's voice is clear, consistent, and strategic across all channels.

• Experience working in a volatile labour environment. Union experience in a member-driven, action-oriented model is strongly preferred.


• A strong understanding of when to move quickly and when to slow down to ensure accuracy and alignment with organizational strategy.


• Proven ability to translate organizational strategies, goals, and priorities into practical, engaging, member-centric education.


• Demonstrated success leading busy, diverse teams in high-pressure environments.


• Confidence assigning work, managing timelines, facilitating direct conversations, coaching staff, and resolving conflict constructively.

Scope and Key Responsibilities:

• Prioritize and triage communications based on urgency, importance, and organizational impact.


• Work closely with the Executive and Management team to ensure all internal and external messaging aligns with AUPE’s strategies, goals, and priorities.


• Ensure AUPE’s voice is visible, timely, and effective within the media cycle.


• Oversee internal and external communications, including media releases, member updates, and print and digital campaigns.


• Lead and manage AUPE’s online platforms, social media channels, and overall digital presence.

About AUPE 

AUPE is the largest public sector union in Alberta and represents approximately 103,200 jobs across the province in four sectors including: healthcare, education, government services, and agencies, boards and commissions. AUPE represents roughly: 

• 20,800 direct employees of the Alberta provincial government; 


• 68,400 health care employees at public, private, and not-for-profit health care providers, this includes auxiliary nursing care employees and the general support services employees of Alberta; 


• 10,800 in the education sector, who work in support roles at fifteen post-secondary institutions and three school boards across Alberta; and 


• 3,200 boards, agencies, and commissions employees who work for a variety of mostly public sector employers like municipal governments. 

AUPE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to provide a supportive and respectful environment, free of bias, where each employee feels valued. Together our opinions, strengths, experiences, and diverse backgrounds ensure full and equal participation for all in our community. 

How to apply 

If interested, please submit your cover letter and resume, referencing job ID 26-01, no later than 4:30 pm on January 19, 2026.