Communications Coordinator

Communications Coordinator for provincial government agency client, North York.

Marberg Job Number : 2423.

Job Type : Temporary.

Initial Term : ASAP for approximately 12 months.

Compensation : $37 per hour.

Regular Work Hours : FULL TIME HOURS; 7.25 hours per day not including 1 hour unpaid lunch break, to be worked during regular business hours, Monday to Friday (36.25 work hours per week).

Work Location : 100% onsite at client's North York office, with free parking provided.

Position Reports To : Communications Manager.

Responsibilities Summary :

As part of corporate communications team, will collaborate with multiple stakeholders to develop reports and other publications for the general public.

• Develop, draft and edit reports, publications and key messages that align with operational processes and legislative requirements.
• Work with multiple stakeholders to gather necessary information to draft and edit reports and other materials, ensuring consistency in tone and style.
• Manage revision process for reports and publications, including seeking approvals at various levels.
• Collaborate with Communications division to ensure messaging is clear and consistent across all public-facing channels.
• Lead and report on the development and implementation of projects.
• Represent the team on committees and working groups.
• Additional corporate communications responsibilities as required.

Qualifications :

Education : Post Secondary Degree or Diploma in Corporate Communications, Business Administration or related discipline.

Preferred Work Experience : At least 5+ years of progressive experience in Corporate Communications and Business Administration.

Preferred Sector Experience : Public sector, government or community services organization corporate communications experience an asset.

Technical and Language Skills Requirements :

• Advanced proficiency in MSOffice including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams (will be tested).
• Strong typing skills and attention to detail (will be tested).
• Proficiency in Adobe Acrobat or similar applications (may be tested).
• Superior English writing, editing and research skills to synthesize complex or technical content into plain language (writing samples or writing exercise may be requested).
• Overall expert level English communication skills, including advanced level business writing skills, excellent spelling, grammar, proofreading and syntax, polished, professional telephone manners, and verbal presentation skills suitable for a diverse range of audiences including the general public and senior leadership.

Task -Based Qualifications and Additional Attributes :

• Experience creating content for public-facing channels to deliver clear and consistent messaging.
• Demonstrated ability to work with multiple stakeholders to gather information necessary to develop and edit reports and other materials, ensuring that content is cohesive and consistent in tone and style.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills to complete complex projects and initiatives.
• Demonstrated record of professional conduct and character. Responsible, reliable and works to deadlines.
• Focused and able to work effectively with minimal direction and supervision, to prioritize tasks effectively, and to manage volume targets and due dates.
• Proven ability to professionally handle confidential information and exercise good judgement in the interpretation and application of instructions and organization policy.
• Demonstrated successful experience of prioritizing work, making decisions and communicating with others within a values framework of respect, equity, anti-racism, diversity and inclusivity.

Additional Requirements :

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, providing satisfactory documentation upon request.
• Ability to work 100% onsite, abiding by organization health and safety policies.
• Ability to declare personal Non-Conflict of Interest in execution of assignment responsibilities.
• Provision of certification of AODA and OHSA online training course completion prior to assignment start.
• Satisfactory Background Checks, Technical Skills Evaluations, and Employment References.

Application Notes :

Recommended Application Date : We kindly request that you submit your resume urgently as our client will not accept new applications after Wednesday November 20, 2024.

Qualified applications may be contacted same day as date of application.