Communications Officer #21-287 (Job opportunity) - Jobs in Greater Sudbury, ON

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Home » Join Us » Current employment opportunities » Communications Officer #21-287 (Job opportunity)Communications Officer #21-287 (Job opportunity)Full-time Temporary (up to August 31, 2022, with possibility of extension)–Recruitment #21-287 (Non-Union)Division: Knowledge and Strategic ServicesLocation: Main Office – 1300 Paris St., SudburySalary: $34.05 – $38.92 per hourPosition summary:Reporting to the Manager, Communications, the Communications Officer is responsible for performing a variety of communications functions in accordance with the requirements of the Ontario Public Health Standards and the agency’s policies. Key functions relate to issue management, emergency preparedness, public relations, risk communication, and assisting with the development of effective public health communication strategies and resources. Ideal candidates will possess an understanding of and have experience with developing communication strategies touching on behaviour change, social marketing, population health, and the social determinants of health.Responsibilities:

• Supports the Manager, Communications, by carrying out communications, media relations, marketing and social marketing, and social media activities.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of a corporate communication plan.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of the Communications Team Work Plan.
• Plans, implements, and evaluates assigned projects in consultation with the Manager, Communications, and other team members, as required.
• Contributes to the development and production of corporate promotional resources. Supervises corporate communication projects from concept to dissemination, if required.
• Keeps up-to-date with public health issues and media and social media interests, proactively identifies related communication needs and strategies, and monitors the media and social media to gauge trends and issues.
• Participates in risk communication initiatives and emergency preparedness and response.
• Coordinates the agency’s media requests and works with staff to prepare them for media interviews. This includes assisting with the development of key messages and the overall tone and content of the interview.
• Works with staff to research, write, proofread and/or edit various communication resources for specific audiences (for example, media and community). Resources include, for example, news releases, media advisories, backgrounders, frequently asked questions, public service announcements, reports, letters, brochures, flyers, speaking notes, proposals, posters, and presentations, as well as content for social media.
• Works with staff to plan and implement news conferences, technical briefings, and special events, as required. Liaises with community groups to help plan and implement media events, as required.
• Supports the implementation of the agency’s comprehensive social media strategy and coordinates the development of content for the agency’s social media channels across public health topic areas.
• Provides advice to senior management on communication strategies related to the agency’s programs, services, and administrative matters.
• Deals with sensitive and confidential information.
• Works closely and cooperatively with all staff to ensure the development of effective strategies to communicate with the community about the agency’s programs, services, and administrative matters.
• Contributes to the development and maintenance of the agency’s digital presence (for example, website, social media).
• Provides learning experiences for staff, students, and volunteers.
• Participates in divisional management meetings, as required.
• Provides backup related to day-to-day issues in the absence of the Manager, Communications, as required.
• Contributes to the orientation of staff, students, and volunteers, as required.
• Provides input to the budget process, upon request.

Requirements:

• An undergraduate degree in communication, health communication, health promotion, public relations, journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum three years’ experience in communication, health communication, public relations, or journalism.
• Demonstrated project management, and interpersonal and administrative skills, including the ability to set priorities, establish timeframes, and organize resources.
• Strong strategic, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in developing and supporting collaborative relationships with different groups.
• Advanced oral and written proficiency in English is essential.
• Advanced oral and written proficiency in French is an asset.
• Strong writing and presentation skills are essential.
• Experience across all media platforms (especially social media).
• Dedication to customer service.
• A solution-focused mindset and approach to managing crises and sensitive issues.
• Ability to handle sensitive issues diplomatically and confidentially.
• Ability to work independently and as an integral team member.
• Experience with word processing, presentation software, email, Internet, intranets, spreadsheets.
• Maintains current Ontario driver’s license and has access to a reliable vehicle in order to fulfill position requirements.

Send resumés with cover letter to:Human Resources, Corporate Services DivisionPublic Health Sudbury & Districts1300 Paris Street, Sudbury, ON P3E 3A3Email: recruitment@phsd.caPlease include the recruitment number in the subject line.Please include cover letter and resumé in one PDF or Word document.Tel: 705.522.9200, ext. 570Fax: 705.522.5182Application deadline:Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at 4:30 p.m.Quick Apply

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