Kelly James Mac Donald
About Kelly James Mac Donald
Kelly James Mac Donald is a Communications Supervisor at the Government of Canada, with over a decade of experience in various senior communications roles across multiple federal departments.
Current Role at Government of Canada
Kelly James Mac Donald serves as a Communications Supervisor at the Government of Canada. He has held this position since 2020 and is based in Ottawa, Ontario. In this role, he oversees communication strategies and initiatives, ensuring effective messaging and public engagement.
Previous Experience in Communications
Prior to his current role, Mac Donald worked in various capacities within the Canadian government. He was a Senior Communications Advisor at Fisheries and Oceans Canada for six months in 2020. He also served as a Senior Communications Advisor at Shared Services Canada from 2019 to 2020 for seven months. Additionally, he held the position of Senior Media Relations Advisor at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat from 2013 to 2016 and worked as a Senior Communications Advisor at Health Canada from 2016 to 2019.
Background in Media Relations
Mac Donald has a solid background in media relations, having served as a Senior Media Relations Advisor at the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat for three years. His responsibilities included managing media inquiries and developing communication strategies to enhance public understanding of government initiatives.
Education and Academic Credentials
Kelly James Mac Donald studied at Concordia University, where he earned a Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.). This academic background has provided him with a foundation in business principles that supports his work in communications within the government sector.
Early Career at Transport Canada
Mac Donald began his career in communications as a Spokesperson at Transport Canada, where he worked from 2010 to 2013 for three years. In this role, he was responsible for communicating key information to the public and stakeholders regarding transportation policies and initiatives.