Communications Specialist

Description

• Creates communication plans for small to mid-size projects and related initiatives, and ensures they are measurable.
• Provide guidance and coaching to junior staff and students, ensuring best practices and data-driven decision-making.
• Oversee the communications request process, manage intake and prioritization, and report on service metrics and client satisfaction.
• Create and manage written and visual content for internal and external platforms, ensuring alignment with IMC strategy, brand guidelines, and KPIs.
• Develop and implement communication plans for projects and initiatives, monitor performance through dashboards, and align campaigns with marketing objectives.
• Act as a strategic communications advisor to senior leaders and stakeholders, fostering alignment and support for key initiatives.
• Ensure consistent application of brand standards across all communications and lead initiatives to enhance brand visibility.
• Execute social media strategies, monitor engagement, identify trends, and position the organization as a thought leader through campaigns and speaking opportunities.
• Plan and deliver high-profile events, manage budgets, and track ROI to inform future strategies.
• Manage external communications and media relationships, develop PR strategies, pitch stories, and support crisis response efforts.

Requirements

• Strong analytical skills to interpret data and measure effectiveness.
• Ability to coach and mentor junior team members.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in a communications role.
• Postsecondary degree or diploma in marketing, communications, journalism, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related tools; familiarity with specialized software.
• Strong organizatoinal, reserch and decsision-makings skills; able to manage confidential information.
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills with ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to develop and manage integrated communication plans.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance