Manager, External Relations

1 week ago

Markham, Ontario, Canada Extendicare Full time

Job Description:


As a member of the organization's Public Affairs team, this position will report to the Senior Manager of External Relations, and will work to effectively communicate the organization's priorities to external audiences.


Responsibilities:

  • Member of the Public Affairs team, responsible for driving reputation protection and enhancement for both Extendicare and ParaMed Home Health Care
  • Act as a strategic advisor, and earn a reputation as a trusted and collaborative communications manager, to advance external awareness of Extendicare's work to
  • Improve Care, Every Day
- for Canada's growing aging population
  • Evolve proactive storytelling and thought leadership strategies, using qualitative and quantitative insights to demonstrate continuous improvement
  • Build on existing relationships with media and foster new connections
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with teams and leaders across the organization, responding to individual needs while balancing organizational priorities
  • Provide expert media advice and counsel to internal teams, forecast and analyze emerging issues
  • Provide expert media counsel to internal teams, including appropriate training and preparation to successfully position for the organization's spokespeople
  • Write and edit public affairs materials, including: briefing notes, opeds, articles for publication, speeches and presentations

Requirements:

  • Postsecondary degree in public relations, communications, journalism or related discipline combined with experience
  • Minimum five to seven years progressive external communications experience. Experience managing a team is an asset
  • Experience in media relations, ideally with knowledge of Canadian health care reporting
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills, with the ability to present information clearly and effectively
  • Experience advancing social media strategies to grow audience communities and improve engagement
  • Proficiency in MS Office
  • Experience leveraging data to report on how communications strategies perform and using metrics to inform their evolution
  • Creative, innovative thinker who challenges the statusquo
  • Ability to quickly shift priorities, manage competing timelines and be relentless in getting the job done
  • Ability to focus action on what is pertinent to the organization through an understanding of key organizational, health sector and political issues
  • Proven experience in taking personal responsibility for seeking information from various sources
  • Superb organization, planning, time management and an ability to manage competing priorities in a fastpaced environment
  • Maintain curiosity, positivity and an ongoing desire to learn and try new things in an environment of consistent improvement and innovation
At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement.

As a valued member of our team, you can expect:

  • Continuous mentorship, support for life-long learning and growth opportunities
  • Opportunities for advancement and career growth within the organization
  • A rewarding and meaningful work experience where you can enrich your life and the lives of others through your work.
  • Employee Family Assistance Program.
  • Robust benefits package.
Extendicare is a leading provider of care and services for seniors throughout Canada.

Through our network of over 115 operated senior care and living centres, as well as our home health care operations, we are committed to delivering care throughout the health care continuum to meet the needs of a growing seniors' population in Canada.

Our qualified and highly trained workforce of 23,700 individuals are united by a dedication to quality care and by our vision of being the best provider of senior care and services in Canada

Time Type:
Full time

  • When you choose to build your career with Extendicare, you're joining a team dedicated to making a difference. By focusing our energy on enriching the lives of our residents every day, we transform both the quality of their lives and the quality of our own work experiences.
  • If you have a passion for caring, turn it into a rewarding career with Extendicare


Extendicare and affiliated organizations including our partner homes in Extendicare Assist, accommodate the needs of job applicants throughout its recruitment and selection processes upon request.

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