Communications Coordinator

Kingston Community Health Centres

13d•Remote

About The Position

The Frontenac, Lennox & Addington Ontario Health Team (FLA OHT) is seeking a Communications Coordinator to support the overall communications function. This role is responsible for creating and editing content for FLA OHT communication channels, ensuring consistent branding, and supporting the Communications and Engagement Lead. The position is part-time, 0.6 FTE (21 hours/week), and reports directly to the Executive Lead.

Requirements

Relevant post-secondary diploma or degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, Digital Media).
Minimum three years of work experience demonstrating skills that can be directly applied to the position.
Willingness to become familiar with FLA OHT, its programs and current communications activities.
Experience writing, editing, designing and disseminating high-quality content for publication in various formats.
Excellent and versatile writing skills; writes and edits to Canadian Press style and Canada’s plain language guidelines (CP Style certification preferred).
Experience updating websites and using social media as a communications tool.
Experience with media relations.
Self-starter with evidence of high levels of organization, attention to detail, and time management.
Ability to work cooperatively and communicate well in a team-based environment.
Excellent written and digital communication skills.
Competence with MS Office programs, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Awareness of, and ability to support, provincial and federal privacy regulations and FLA OHT policies.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.
Demonstrated ability to attend work regularly.
Current and satisfactory Criminal and Vulnerable Persons Check.
Ability to attend meetings and events in Kingston and Napanee, as required.
Located in and eligible to work in Ontario.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of health system communications or public sector work (asset).
Experience with graphic design, layout, clear language, and infographics an asset.
French language is an asset.
Ability to use other communication tools/platforms, including WordPress an asset.
As a registered professional, to abide by and be accountable to the ethics and standards set out by the relevant regulatory body of the profession.

Responsibilities

Support the development of FLA OHT bi-monthly newsletters, including drafting story ideas, conducting interviews, writing, editing, coordinating reviews and translation, and publishing using newsletter tools.
Build audience-focused, story-driven content highlighting progress, impact, and collaboration.
Support content on the FLA OHT website, including content creation, updates, and events listings.
Develop and administer the FLA OHT social media strategy, including managing a content calendar, creating, scheduling, and monitoring posts across platforms (Facebook and LinkedIn), and tracking performance metrics.
Develop media releases, online stories, key messages, and other communications materials.
Support translation coordination for bilingual materials.
Create, review, and update promotional materials (flyers, digital materials, forms, etc.).
Support the implementation of community and partner engagement strategies.
Support the planning and execution of project-based communications campaigns.
Create visually engaging materials in Canva, such as posters, infographics, one-pagers, and slide decks.
Prepare and support internal (partner) communication pathways.
Prepare and assist with presentations.
Collaborate with team members and partners to promote events and activities.
Participate in working group meetings.
Coordinate with internal and external partners to gather stories, approvals, and visuals.
Work collaboratively across partners to reflect shared achievements and priorities.
Support processes related to communications improvements (e.g., website, social media, print materials).
Ensure communications are congruent with AODA principles.
Support report writing and other organization-wide activities.
Develop communications reports, as directed.
Comply with all relevant legislation and KCHC policies, including privacy laws.
Commit to acquiring an understanding of the importance of trauma responsiveness and the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).
Commit to demonstrating an ongoing commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Indigenization and Accessibility (EDIIA).
Support consistent application and development of KCHC policies and procedures.
Support KCHC’s student and volunteer placement programs.
Promote awareness of and participation in KCHC activities.
Demonstrate commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement.
Perform other temporary duties as required.

Benefits

Comply with all relevant legislation and KCHC policies, including privacy laws
Commits to acquiring an understanding of the importance of trauma responsiveness and the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
Commits to demonstrating an ongoing commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, Indigenization and Accessibility (EDIIA)
Supports consistent application and development of KCHC policies and procedures
Supports KCHC’s student and volunteer placement programs
Promotes awareness of and participation in KCHC activities
Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and quality improvement
On occasion, perform other temporary duties as required
All KCHC staff have a duty to understand and follow KCHC policies, uphold high ethical and professional standards, and maintain confidentiality and privacy, using tact and good judgment in all dealings with other staff and clients.
KCHC is an equal opportunity employer, respecting and embracing the needs and diversity of our employees.
If you require accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process, please notify Human Resources.