Communications Specialist, Engagement and External Relations, Communications Department - Permanent Full-Time (1.0)
About The Position
CHEO is a global leader in pediatric health, serving over 500,000 children and youth annually. We are transforming from a 20th-century acute care hospital into a 21st-century integrated child and youth health system, recognized for excellence in clinical care, research, and education. CHEO's Research Institute is dedicated to world-class research across a wide range of children's health concerns. CHEO has been recognized as Canada's best healthcare employer by Forbes and consistently ranked as a top employer in the National Capital Region. We are seeking a dynamic Communications Specialist – Engagement and External Relations to join our team. This role reports to the Manager of Strategic Communications and will lead the coordination of engagement opportunities and experiences with internal and external partners, supporting CHEO’s vision of the best life for every child and youth. The specialist will develop and execute impactful engagement strategies, communications plans, and compelling narratives, leveraging strong relationships with internal and external partners, including The CHEO Foundation and CHEO Research Institute (RI). A strong understanding of Franco-Ontarian and Western Quebec cultures, as well as experience working with municipal, provincial, and federal governments, are considered strong assets. Given CHEO’s designation as a bilingual health institution, fluency in English and French is essential.
Requirements
- Criminal Record Check (CRC) (Essential)
- Formal education in communications or related field or equivalent experience (Essential)
- 3-5 years of experience in the field of communications (Essential)
- Experience writing and executing communications plans (Essential)
- Experience in developing communications products across a variety of channels and formats (Essential)
- Exceptional verbal and written skills; (Essential)
- Ability to ensure on-time completion of tasks; (Essential)
- Deal effectively with internal and external customers; (Essential)
- Fluently bilingual in English and French, with superior (A-level) writing skills in both languages; (Essential)
Nice To Haves
- A strong understanding of Franco-Ontarian and Western Quebec cultures is considered a very strong asset.
- Experience working with municipal, provincial and federal governments is also an asset.
Responsibilities
- Deliver impactful engagement opportunities for CHEO, aligned with key priorities of the organization.
- Provide events and engagement guidance to communications projects.
- Work collaboratively with peers at the CHEO Research Institute and the CHEO Foundation to align for maximum impact and effectiveness.
- Promote and carry out best practices in project management, engagement and relationship stewardship, with a commitment to continuous improvement across CHEO.
- Perform other related duties as required.
Benefits
- competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- unique culture that fosters dedication, communication, respect and teamwork
- place where your opinions will be respected, contributions valued and your initiatives rewarded
- family-friendly environment that supports you and your own family, as well as the children, youth and families we serve
- chance to grow — personally and professionally — through our comprehensive orientation program and on-the-job learning
- support for continued education and learning
- potential for a relocation reimbursement benefit
- truly unique work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
