Lauren Munden
Senior Communications Professional
Delta
Summary
Experienced communications professional with over 20 years in municipal government. Specializes in speech writing, stakeholder engagement, team collaboration, training, and policy development. Recognized for crafting clear and compelling messaging and handling sensitive files with professionalism. Strategic thinker who consistently delivers impactful results through effective communication strategies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Communications Advisor
City of Delta
Delta, British Columbia
01.2020 - Current
- Lead speech writing and communications for Mayor and Council, providing over 100 deliverables annually.
- Develop and implement communications strategies for high-profile initiatives, like Small-Scale Multi-Use Housing, Social Action Plan, Community Energy & Emissions Plan.
- Manage complex, sensitive files and provide strategic advice to senior leadership.
- Oversee media relations and public engagement efforts for several departments.
Senior Corporate Policy Analyst
City of Delta
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Conducted research and policy analysis to support Council decision-making.
- Drafted reports, briefing notes, and government submissions.
- Managed key files including cannabis legalization, Delta rebranding, and hospital advocacy.
- Supported major public initiatives and intergovernmental coordination.
Communications Manager & Advisor
City of Delta
Delta, British Columbia
01.2007 - 01.2015
- Directed corporate communications, including news releases, creation of Delta's social media channels and policy, new corporate banner and community signs.
- Provided executive support and crisis communications as Communications Advisor to the City Manager, including during the Burns Bog Fire, Landfill Fire, and localized flooding from a storm surge.
- Led the renaming of the municipality from the Corporation of Delta to the City of Delta, including branding and public engagement.
Communications Assistant & Administrative Support Roles
City of Delta
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Created digital content and provided administrative support in Information Services and Finance.
- Delivered front-line customer service and processed engineering service requests.
Education
Bachelor of Communications - Minor in Political Science
Simon Fraser University
01.2003 - 01.2010
Business & Writing Communications Program -
SFU Continuing Studies
Burnaby 01.2010 - 01.2013
Certified Information Officer – Emergency Planning - undefined
Justice Institute of BC
Skills
- Speech Writing & Messaging
- Communications Strategy
- Staff training
- Project Management and Public Engagement
Timeline
Senior Communications Advisor
City of Delta
01.2020 - Current
Senior Corporate Policy Analyst
City of Delta
01.2015 - 01.2020
Business & Writing Communications Program -
SFU Continuing Studies
01.2010 - 01.2013
Communications Manager & Advisor
City of Delta
01.2007 - 01.2015
Communications Assistant & Administrative Support Roles
City of Delta
01.2005 - 01.2007
Bachelor of Communications - Minor in Political Science
Simon Fraser University
01.2003 - 01.2010
Certified Information Officer – Emergency Planning - undefined
Justice Institute of BC
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