CAMH Foundation | Communications Officer (2 opportunities) - Jobs in Toronto, ON

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Bloom is a full-service workplace design consultancy representing CAMH on their search for their next Communications Officer(s) to join their team. As Talent Advisors, we will be the liaison between CAMH and yourself during this recruitment process. We do not use fancy tech to search through resumes at Bloom; every resume is reviewed by a human to ensure that we attain a consistent and equitable interview process. You will directly join the team at CAMH if you are selected as a successful candidate. We look forward to receiving your application!-Hi there! I’m Lisa Plenderleith, Interim Director, Content & Creative at CAMH Foundation. I’ve spent most of my career telling stories of how generous donors can improve health care and outcomes for people and communities. I believe philanthropy—from one-time gifts to multi-million-dollar donations—is a way to create hope and drive meaningful change today and for future generations. Our team uses the power of storytelling to inspire people to support the life-saving work of CAMH and share the impact of our donor community on the lives of the people we serve.I invite you to join me for a conversation about your interest in CAMH. You will have the chance to meet members of our incredible team and tell us more about how your career aspirations align with our bold mission to create a world where mental health is health.With a dedicated staff of more than 3,000 physicians, clinicians, researchers, educators and support staff, CAMH offers outstanding clinical care to more than 34,000 patients each year. The organization conducts ground-breaking research, provides expert training to health care professionals and scientists, develops innovative health promotion and prevention strategies, and advocates on public policy issues at all levels of government.CAMH Foundation is charged with raising and stewarding funds in support of CAMH. Its role is to help transform the way we understand and address mental illness by raising awareness and increasing engagement across the country. Generous and dedicated supporters help CAMH advance discovery and innovation, build spaces that promote recovery, and break down the stigma of mental illness.With a vision to inspire philanthropy to solve the greatest mental health challenges of our time, the philanthropy team is responsible for inspiring philanthropic support from individuals in the private sector, making up over 70% of CAMH Foundation’s annual revenue. As members of the team, we are committed to being positive culture carriers, adaptable change agents, clear, proactive communicators and to leading a culture of helpfulness. Team members approach their work from the perspective of curiosity and a common purpose to nurture life-long relationships outside and inside CAMH.THE OPPORTUNITYOur team is looking to add a Communications Officer who will create compelling fundraising materials that support all lines of philanthropy at CAMH Foundation. This professional is responsible for a full range of activities to prepare, submit and manage materials for foundations, corporations and individuals. The position serves as a principal writer and/or editor, project coordinator, and works with other members of the Foundation team to create materials that support fundraising and raise awareness.YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR...

• Contributing as a key member of the Content & Creative team and the broader Marketing & Donor Experience team to produce materials that engage our donors and enable the strategic fundraising goals of the Foundation (Annual & Mid-level Giving, Mass, Major Gifts, Events and Corporate Development).
• Writing, compiling and designing creative and consumer-friendly materials that promote the hospital’s strategic plan and vision, with a focus on proposals and reports.
• Gathering and telling compelling stories of patient experiences through writing, video and visual storytelling.
• Working closely with members of other Foundation departments to ensure alignment and integration of donor goals and strategies.
• Identifying and pursuing opportunities to build the profile of the organization through our executive leaders, including social media content, speaking remarks and speaking opportunities.
• Working within the team to undertake the project management, writing and production of more extensive publications, such as the Annual Report and other materials.
• Ensuring consistent and effective communication of the Foundation’s brand in all print and digital communications collateral.
• Contributing to the day-to-day execution of the brand and donor experience strategy and making recommendations on positioning proposals and stewardship pieces.
• Finding efficiencies to help streamline work and leverage materials across channels.
• Managing work lead times to ensure that materials are delivered on time and on budget.
• Working effectively within a team to promote a positive and professional culture and work environment and conduct the role with integrity and respect.
• Maintaining donor and CAMHF confidentiality, policies and privacy at all times.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TEAM

• You have a Bachelor’s degree required in marketing, communications, journalism or related field.
• You have strong experience in written and oral communication skills, public relations, media relations, marketing, or journalism. A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• You are an excellent writer with an aptitude for engaging donors.
• You have strong written and visual storytelling skills with a proven ability to bring a story to life.
• You can collaborate cross-functionally to translate the written word into a finished product (IE videos, designed reports, social media, infographics, etc.).
• You have demonstrated knowledge of philanthropy, marketing communications, and public relations.
• You have a proven ability to build and sustain strong working relationships with colleagues and key stakeholders at all levels.
• You have demonstrated the ability to handle multiple priorities and be self-motivated in a fast-paced and demanding work environment is required.
• You are proficient in the use of all corporate productivity tools including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• You have experience with Graphic Design and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop), and Sharepoint is an asset.
• You have demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the mission and values of CAMH and CAMHF.
• You are willing to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings and weekends.

Don’t sweat it if you don’t have everything listed above. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and are excited about this opportunity, then we want to hear from you!How We HireLike Bloom, CAMH is committed to a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates. To ensure that each candidate’s journey is consistent and the selection process is unbiased, the team at CAMH will not be responding to any personal messages regarding this role or other opportunities.The Interview ProcessDeadline to apply: July 18th (by Midnight EST)Round 1: Phone screen with Jade, Sr. Talent Advisor from BloomRound 2: Remote Interview with Lisa Plenderleith, Director, Content & Creative to discuss Behavioural/Vision Alignment.Round 3: A 24-hour, Take home Technical writing challenge.Round 4: Remote Panel Interview with cross-functional members of the CAMH Foundation Team for Behavioural/ Technical Alignment> Conduct References and Offer!Salary Range: $65,000-$75,000 annuallyLocationBased in Toronto, Canada, working as a hybrid team (2-3 days in office per week).—CAMH Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! Please contact Katherine Wootton, Director, People & Culture at katherine.wootton@camh.ca. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.Our north star is creating hope and improving outcomes for people facing mental illness. We work in respectful partnerships with each other and our hospital partners to inspire philanthropy and raise awareness in support of mental health.#LI-HybridQuick Apply

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