The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, self-driven professional to join the Community Engagement business centre as a Communications Advisor. The position reports to the Community Engagement Manager. The Communications Advisor provides strategic communications expertise across the organization in alignment with the Town's Corporate Communications Plan. This role involves developing and executing strategic communications plans to support Town projects, initiatives and events.
The Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement strategic communications plans to support key Town programs, projects, and initiatives.
- Monitor effectiveness and adapt strategies to ensure clear, consistent, and timely information reaches the target audience.
- Write and edit a variety of communications materials including news releases, speaking notes, presentations, web content, and internal messaging to support Town priorities and public engagement.
- Design visually compelling materials such as posters, brochures, advertisements, and publications that align with the Town’s brand.
- Oversee and coordinate graphic design work by external consultants to ensure quality, consistency, and adherence to project timelines.
- Develop and maintain engaging digital content across the Town's website, engagement platform and social media channels, ensuring alignment with corporate branding and communication objectives.
Opportunity Details
What we offer
- Career development
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive health, dental, paramedical
- Flexible work schedule
What you Bring
A combination of education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to qualify. A typical way to qualify is equivalency to a University (bachelor) program involving acquisition of an advanced understanding of complex concepts and procedures. A common way to qualify is by having an equivalent level of education to a university bachelor's program, which involves gaining an advanced understanding of complex concepts and procedures. This training is often recognized by a degree in Communications, Marketing or public relations along with:
- 5 or more years of related work experience representing continuous learning and career progression.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with a high level of accuracy, clarity, and professionalism.
- Proficient in editing and proofreading, including knowledge of CP Style.
- Knowledge of graphic design principles and experience using tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
- Familiarity with web design, content management systems (CMS), and basic website layout and accessibility standards.
- Experience creating and managing content for social media platforms using scheduling and analytics tools.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), with the ability to create clear and engaging reports and presentations.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to work collaboratively across business centres and with external partners while maintaining diplomacy and discretion.