| Open Date | Nov 10 2021 – 08:00:00 AM | Close Date | Dec 01 2021 – 11:59:00 PM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Position Title | Communications and Engagement Specialist TFT(1.0)(Jan1-2022– Apr 30-2023) | Posting Type | Non-Union / Non-Syndiqué |
| Posting Status | Active | Position Length | Temporary Full Time (1.0) / temporaire à temps plein (1,0) |
| Department Group | Hours per Week | ||
| Department | Communications and Public Relations | Openings | 1 |
| Education | Bachelor’s Degree / Baccalauréat | Experience | 3 – 5 years |
| Location | Ottawa | ||
| Union Position | No |
Description
Overall Job Purpose
The purpose of the Communications and Engagement Specialist is to work in tandem with the Associate Director, Strategy and Engagement to develop and implement a corporate communications strategy, targeting but not limited to members, external stakeholders (national health organizations) and key influencers (provincial and federal governments). This individual will work with all members of the Children’s Healthcare Canada team to assist in knowledge mobilization, marketing and promotions, social media, and content/brand management on all public facing platforms.
This is a 16 month term position with potential for extension.
Key responsibilities
- Lead the development and implementation of an Association communication plan.
- Maintain active and responsive social media presence for @childhealthcan (LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter); Develop and maintain a social media calendar and continually grow/engage audience on all platforms
- Support the redevelopment of the CHC website/portal; Evergreen public and member content in collaboration with teammates; ensure portal is responsive (updated) to reflect emerging issues and opportunities.
- Support the development and implementation of marketing materials for upcoming CHC events (SPARK, conferences and events).
- Working with the CEO and others, lead the development of external stakeholder communications.
Key skills and competencies
All positions have the following core competencies:
- Demonstrate professional in communication with all stakeholders
- Demonstrate creativity and innovation in all duties assigned
- Member and Partner Focus
- Results oriented
- Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration
In addition to the competencies listed above, other skills, behaviours & competencies required for this position include:
- Flexible, agile, open to change
- Ability to work independently in a remote work environment
- Ability to prioritize tasks and work within deadlines
- Ability to leverage technology to engage with a national community
- Technically proficient (Google suite of tools, MS tools, MailChimp, SurveyMonkey, etc.)
- Social media savvy
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Proven ability to liaise with senior executives
- Web development experience
- Bilingual (English/French)
Education
Indicate the minimum education required: University degree in Communications
Experience
Indicate the minimum experience required: 3-5 years
How to Apply:
Interested applicants, who have the required experience, may send a cover letter and CV to Lisa Stromquist, Associate Director at CHC lstromquist@childhealthcan.ca
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