Communications Specialist - Mckerrow - Jobs in Mckerrow, ON

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Please apply on Isarta.comhttps://isarta.com/jobs/utm_source=IND&job=87638Closing Date:December 20, 2022Duration:ContractContact Method:EmailApplyCommunications SpecialistClosing Date:December 20, 2022Duration:ContractContact Method:EmailEMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYSeeking a Communications SpecialistSUMMARY OF DUTIES:Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Communications Specialist will be responsible for overseeing Sagamoks communications strategy; developing and organizing content and updates for the website, monthly newsletter, and social media platforms; developing written community outreach materials; stakeholder and partnership outreach; and event and program communication and promotion.RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work with the Communications Team to evolve the communications strategy
• Lead the communication planning and development of initiative-specific strategies for assigned departments such as the Community Wellness Department (CWD)
• Create and update written content for the website, social media platforms, and monthly newsletter
• Contribute ideas for digital properties that help convey Sagamoks messaging to various audiences; profile success stories of staff/members, graduates; pitch campaign ideas; and liaise with other departments
• Verify that content is consistent with Sagamok identity guidelines
• Coordinate the development of educational programs and capacity building programs (including producing promotional and outreach materials for the community.)
• Develop, write, and edit reports (annual reports, departmental reports, presentations)
• Respond in a professional and timely manner to partner and stakeholder requests
• Provide ongoing communications support and strategic counsel regarding Sagamok communication initiatives to team members as well as external partners and stakeholders
• Work to create digital and multimedia assets used to support campaigns

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS

• Bachelors Degree in corporate communications, public relations, journalism, English RPW, or related field - or acceptable combination of equivalent experience.
• We are willing to work with and train recent grads if technical skills and aptitude are demonstrated
• Prior experience working in a healthcare setting is desirable
• Demonstrated experience writing concisely and to deadline; experience producing digital materials, including e-newsletters, annual reports and web content is essential
• Proficiency leveraging social media as part of an overall communications strategy and approach
• Team player and self-starter with ability to prioritize and work efficiently and independently under pressure
• Exceptional written English communications skills
• Experience successfully coordinating multiple projects concurrently
• Proficient in the use of MS Office, Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Audition, and Premiere Pro are priorities)
• Experience using web-based content management systems (CMS), such as Wordpress, and/or Webflow
• Graphic design experience an asset
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to concisely summarize information
• Knowledge of and respect for Anishnawbek history, practices, teachings, language, values and beliefs is highly desired.
• Creative and solutions-oriented; passion for communications and storytelling; exceptional attention to detail

The Communications Specialist will be considered a hybrid office/remote role and we are willing to work with qualified candidates to find the schedule that best suits all partys needs.Qualified candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and resume (in one document) to:Attn: Human ResourcesSagamok Anishnawbek, P.O. Box 2230, Sagamok, Ontario, P0P 2L0Fax: (705) 865-3307By: Tuesday December 20, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.Late or incomplete applications will not be considered. We appreciate your interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Preference will be given to Aboriginal people.Quick Apply

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