Communications Associate

4 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada University Health Network Full time
Company Description

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

Job Description

Union: Non-Union

Site: Toronto Western Hospital

Department: Neurology, Krembil Brain Institute (KBI)

Reports to: Dr. Aleksandra Pikula

Work Model: Hybrid

Hours: 20 hours per week

Salary: $ $35.40 hourly

Shifts: Monday to Friday

Status: Casual (1 year)

Closing Date: May 31, 2024

The Jay and Sari Sonshine Centre for Stroke Prevention & Cerebrovascular Brain Health at Toronto Western Hospital is currently recruiting a COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE to work with our team to promote various innovative projects in education, quality improvement and clinical practice around brain care/health to improve current stroke prevention initiatives, interventions, and programs. Under the co-supervision of Dr. Aleksandra Pikula and the Program Coordinator Angela Verven, the COMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATE will be responsible for creating engaging and informative content. The role involves writing, editing, interviewing, and the exercise of editorial judgement and storytelling. It requires the incumbent to deliver material and the finished products to all communication channels (intranet, internet, video channels and social media) to deadline.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in social media-related research, social media SEO, and social media marketing and a passion for innovation and creativity.

Responsibilities

  • Copy editing and proof reading for a variety of projects
  • Editing and formatting to appropriate style for print and online
  • Assists with events organized by the department as requested
  • Conducts thorough social media-related research on brain health and stroke prevention related topics – lifestyle, sex/gender disparities, innovations, global public health, community-based initiatives
  • Enhances public awareness and the visibility of the Jay and Sari Sonshine Centre (JSSC)
  • Creates clear and compelling content for websites, blogs, social media, and other platforms
  • Optimizes content for search engines using appropriate keywords and SEO techniques
  • Stays up to date with industry trends and best practices in content writing
  • Stays on top of current digital trends and technologies with a view to finding the most useful and usable tools
  • Assists with email marketing campaigns and copywriting, as needed
  • Provides strategic communications support for other ongoing projects – including print and electronic related to JSSC
Qualifications
  • Minimum of one to two (1-2) years public relations experience required
  • Computer literacy required - Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, desktop publishing, Canva
  • Proven work experience as a Content Creator or similar role
  • Strong writing, editing, and proofreading skills
  • Strong knowledge of SEO principles and best practices
  • Proficiency in social media marketing and email marketing strategies
  • Basic understanding of CSS and web design principles
  • Effective organizational and, interpersonal and communications skills
  • Experience with graphic design software is a plus
  • Knowledge of digital marketing trends and tools
  • Create engaging healthcare related content that captivates our audience (e.g. YouTube)
  • Ability to establish solid working relationships with staff at all levels
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure
  • Ability to use good judgment in assessing difficult situations
  • Ability to juggle work projects
  • Understanding of organizational communications
Additional Information

Why join UHN?

In addition to working alongside some of the most talented and inspiring healthcare professionals in the world, UHN offers a wide range of benefits, programs and perks. It is the comprehensiveness of these offerings that makes it a differentiating factor, allowing you to find value where it matters most to you, now and throughout your career at UHN.

  • Competitive offer packages
  • Government organization and a member of the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP )
  • Close access to Transit and UHN shuttle service
  • A flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for development and promotions within a large organization
  • Additional perks (multiple corporate discounts including: travel, restaurants, parking, phone plans, auto insurance discounts, on-site gyms, etc.)

Current UHN employees must have successfully completed their probationary period, have a good employee record along with satisfactory attendance in accordance with UHN's attendance management program, to be eligible for consideration.

All applications must be submitted before the posting close date.

UHN uses email to communicate with selected candidates. Please ensure you check your email regularly.

Please be advised that a Criminal Record Check may be required of the successful candidate. Should it be determined that any information provided by a candidate be misleading, inaccurate or incorrect, UHN reserves the right to discontinue with the consideration of their application.

All UHN Employees are required to be fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine series, approved by Health Canada or the World Health Organization, as a condition of hire. Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required. Should you be the successful candidate, you will be required to comply with UHN's mandatory Vaccination Policy that is in effect.

UHN is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their requirements known.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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