Communications Specialist

6 days ago

Remote, Canada National Nursing Assessment Service Full time

About National Nursing Assessment Service


The National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS) is a Canadian not-for-profit organization that provides credentialing services to assess Internationally Educated Nurses' (IENs) education and professional experience to inform the licensing decisions made by provincial nursing regulatory bodies.

With nearly 10 years of experience, NNAS is a trusted, reliable guide for IENs, nursing regulatory bodies, governments and other stakeholders we work with.


Our Mission:

NNAS provides IENs with a single-entry point to begin the process of becoming licensed as a nurse in Canada.


Our Vision:

NNAS represents the highest standard of excellence for authenticating credentials and reviewing international nursing education while providing the highest quality of service.


Our Values:
Service Focused; Transparent; Proactive and Innovative; Equity, Diversity and Inclusion; Collaboration and Accountability.

About the job


Reporting to the Director of Strategic Initiatives, the Communications Specialist is responsible for the development and execution of communications and public relations strategies to increase awareness of NNAS and the services it provides to current and prospective applicants, nursing regulatory bodies, governments, and other stakeholders.

This is a new role and the only communications role that exists at this time. To be successful in this role, individuals must be tenacious, result-driven, self-driven and organized.


This full-time permanent position is suited to an individual who thrives working in a dynamic environment requiring a combination of strategic thinking and a hands-on approach.

A strong commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and understanding of newcomers' journeys to Canada is key.

We're an innovative and growing organization that is committed to providing our employees with opportunities to develop their knowledge, skills, and career.


What you will do

  • Manage the development and execution of a communications strategy to increase awareness and engagement of NNAS.
  • Provide leadership and consultation in all aspects of communications to advance organizational strategic priorities while enhancing relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Manage the coordination and writing of applicantfacing materials, tools, and resources.
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and/or consultants involved in developing communications and marketing materials.
  • Manage media requests, lead the development of news releases and briefing notes, and maintain regular media monitoring. Build relationships and contacts with relevant print, broadcasting, and online journalists.
  • Oversee the daytoday administration and execution of special communications projects and activities, keeping track of all project milestones, timelines, and communications/marketing requirements.
  • Lead and/or support live and online events such as speaking engagements, conferences, webinars, career fairs, etc.
  • Prepare annual communications budget for Director approval; monitor communications budget on a regular basis.
  • Contribute to organizational operational planning to identify, plan and implement communication initiatives and strategies to support the organization's strategic goals.
  • Proactively identify emerging communication/digital trends, provide advice, and recommend plans for integration and implementation.
  • Support and work collaboratively with other NNAS departments as needed.

What you need to succeed

  • Education & Certification_
  • Post Secondary degree in Communications and/or Marketing, or in a relevant field.
  • Specialized Knowledge & Experience_
  • A minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in communications, marketing and media is required.
  • Demonstrated understanding of newcomers' journey; experience with Internationally Educated Health Professionals is an asset.
  • Proficient in computer skills and communication platforms (MS Office, digital publishing tools, social media, Survey Monkey, Wordpress, Mailchimp).
  • Experience with creating compelling visual content/images and written content for diverse audiences.
  • Experience in preparing communications for a wide variety of audiences, including individuals for whom English or French is an additional language.
  • Understanding of the Canadian media environment.
  • Bilingualism in speaking, reading, and writing in both English and French is preferred.
  • Comfortable working independently to manage multiple projects in a deadlinedriven environment.
  • Strong skills in project management to ensure overall delivery of marketing/communications initiatives from start to finish.
  • Proven experience in brand management, strategic communications, and stakeholder advisory roles.
  • Budget management experience to allocate resources effectively and demonstrate a return on investment in branding efforts.
  • Experience advising executive teams and senior leadership on corporate communi

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