Comms Specialist

Canopy Planet Society • Ontario, ON

1d • CA$90,000 - CA$110,000

About The Position

Canopy is seeking a strategically minded Communications Specialist to join their Impact Communications team on a six-month contract to cover a leave. This is a critical multifunctional role designed to provide support and momentum during a busy period. In this role, the Communications Specialist will be a versatile communications professional capable of producing high-quality content in both written and designed forms. They will have an ability to relay complex environmental, technical, and economic information succinctly and clearly to target audiences including journalists and industry influencers. They can collaborate effectively across teams and with their media agencies. They communicate clearly with colleagues, spokespeople, and journalists. They will lead the coordination of multi-functional communications for key events and activities across the world. They will have excellent project management skills to underpin their communication expertise.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3–5 years of professional experience in communications, with a strong emphasis on content creation (copywriting), design, and media relations.
• Exceptional English written communication skills with a proven ability to craft compelling copy for various platforms (media packages, presentations, social media, blogs) and translate complex issues into accessible language.
• Strong design skills are essential for the creation of communications assets.
• Proven experience producing media and influencer packages and a strong understanding of the skills required to position stories effectively for target media and opinion formers.
• Highly organized and adaptable, with a track record of leading communications for projects or events and managing external agency partners to deliver high-quality outputs on tight timelines.
• Demonstrated ability to develop messages from a strategic narrative to target core audiences and support organizational goals.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, nimble, results-driven environment with shifting priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working within NGO environments, supply chain transformation, fashion, paper/packaging, or sustainability-focused initiatives is considered a strong asset.
• Knowledge of or experience in the textile industry is highly desirable.
• Ability to undertake approximately 2-3 international trips, with experience of delivering communications at international events.

Responsibilities

• Lead Multifunctional Content Creation & Strategy: Develop and produce high-quality content (written copy and design) that distills complex, technical topics into clear, engaging, and accurate copy and assets whilst working quickly.
• Create written and designed media/influencer packages to support the positioning of Canopy with key industry, media, and opinion-former audiences.
• Drive Communications for Key Initiatives: Lead communications coordination for specific high-impact initiatives over the next six months, to engage the textile industry and target media.
• Build relationships with journalists and producers and manage relationships with target audiences via effective collaboration with our media agencies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact with our media agency in India.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed