Communications Specialist, Offices of the President, Provost and VP Academic
7 days ago
Communications Specialist, Offices of the President, Provost and VP Academic
To provide leadership in the development and implementation of innovative, effective, and reliable communication strategies to advance the reputation, priorities and goals of University President and the Provost and Vice-President Academic portfolios in alignment with the university's integrated plan and priorities.
Reporting to the Director, University Communications with a dotted line to the president's chief of staff, the communications specialist will work collaboratively with the President's and Provost's offices and University Relations to ensure strategic messaging and university/office initiatives are met.
The position involves considerable judgement and discretionary decision-making in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of multiple communications and advancement plans.
The position will be working with sensitive and confidential information on a regular basis, which may have impacts to institutional, academic and/or operational strategies and outcomes.
The individual will need to use discretion and confidentiality in the handling of this information and in developing communication related to the issues.
The position requires occasional work in evenings and on weekends.Prepare and implement annual and long and short-term internal and external communications strategies to support and advance the strategic directions of the President, Provost and Vice-President portfolios as well as raising the profile and advancing the reputation locally, nationally, and internationally
Conceptualize, seek out and develop engaging, newsworthy stories that support the university's brand platform and strategic plan, which may include feature articles, short stories, speaking notes, news briefs, reports, media releases, photos, and other types of content about a broad range of topics across the campus
Gather information and write reports for faculty council and other governance bodies
Manage the portfolio websites and social media channels.
Ensure communications messaging is consistent for the portfolios and university.
Act as a communications liaison for the Office of the Vice Provost Indigenous Engagement, Strategic Finance Office and Sustainability Office
Participate in University Relations meetings, team planning and other activities that contribute to achieving University-wide goals in communications
Collaboratively work with other members within the portfolio to promote and communicate the portfolio on a variety of projects
Other projects as assigned
Education:
An undergraduate degree, preferably a degree in communications, journalism or marketing is preferred.
An understanding of alumni relations and marketing and some experience in photography and experience with Adobe InDesign would be considered an asset.
A thorough understanding of communication strategies and principles and proven experience in applying them and achieving results in a complex environment; demonstrated leadership and consensus building skills; proven ability to develop written content for a variety of communication vehicles; highly organized with polish presentation and interpersonal skills; demonstrated exceptional writing skills; strong problem solving and creative thinking skills; high level of proficiency in computer applications, web communication and emerging information technologies; manage multiple and competing tasks and projects; PermanentFull Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.
Driver's License and Abstract Check:
Not Applicable
Communications Specialist, Offices of the President, Provost and VP Academic
To provide leadership in the development and implementation of innovative, effective, and reliable communication strategies to advance the reputation, priorities and goals of University President and the Provost and Vice-President Academic portfolios in alignment with the university's integrated plan and priorities.
Reporting to the Director, University Communications with a dotted line to the president's chief of staff, the communications specialist will work collaboratively with the President's and Provost's offices and University Relations to ensure strategic messaging and university/office initiatives are met.
The position involves considerable judgement and discretionary decision-making in the development, implementation, monitoring and evaluation of multiple communications and advancement plans.
The position will be working with sensitive and confidential information on a regular basis, which may have impacts to institutional, academic and/or operational strategies and outcomes.
The individual will need to use discretion and confidentiality in the handling of this information and in developing communication related to the issues.
The position requires occasional work in evenings and on weekends.Prepare and implement annual and long and short-term internal and external communications strategies to support and advance the strategic directions of the President, Provost and Vice-President portfolios as well as raising the profile and advancing the reputation locally, nationally, and internationally
Conceptualize, seek out and develop engaging, newsworthy stories that support the university's brand platform and strategic plan, which may include feature articles, short stories, speaking notes, news briefs, reports, media releases, photos, and other types of content about a broad range of topics across the campus
Gather information and write reports for faculty council and other governance bodies
Manage the portfolio websites and social media channels.
Ensure communications messaging is consistent for the portfolios and university.
Act as a communications liaison for the Office of the Vice Provost Indigenous Engagement, Strategic Finance Office and Sustainability Office
Participate in University Relations meetings, team planning and other activities that contribute to achieving University-wide goals in communications
Collaboratively work with other members within the portfolio to promote and communicate the portfolio on a variety of projects
Other projects as assigned
Education:
An undergraduate degree, preferably a degree in communications, journalism or marketing is preferred.
An understanding of alumni relations and marketing and some experience in photography and experience with Adobe InDesign would be considered an asset.
A thorough understanding of communication strategies and principles and proven experience in applying them and achieving results in a complex environment; demonstrated leadership and consensus building skills; proven ability to develop written content for a variety of communication vehicles; highly organized with polish presentation and interpersonal skills; demonstrated exceptional writing skills; strong problem solving and creative thinking skills; high level of proficiency in computer applications, web communication and emerging information technologies; manage multiple and competing tasks and projects; PermanentFull Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.
Driver's License and Abstract Check:
Not Applicable
The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve.
however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity.We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships.
Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy.-
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