Communications Specialist Competition 2023-036

3 weeks ago


Winnipeg, Canada Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs Full time

Communications Specialist - Competition 2023-036

Grand Chief's Office

Full-Time Permanent

Closing Date: April 25, 2023

**Position Summary**

Under the direction of the Grand Chief’s Office, the Communications Specialist will be responsible for a wide range of communication functions by providing the following key activities.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Assist with the development of various communication strategies (external, internal, social media, and media relations).
- Draft media releases, advisories and/or responses as requested.
- Develop and publish approved social media content across social media channels.
- Manage the website, social media presence (Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Tik Tok).
- Assist with the coordination of press conferences, events, and media workshops as it relates to the GCO.
- Attend community events and capture photos and video as requested.
- Create, produce, and edit videos of activities for distribution.
- Respond to requests from the media and assist with scheduling interviews as requested.
- Draft press releases, statements as requested.
- Assist with the development of GCO workshop and program materials (posters, brochures, social media graphics, etc.).
- Maintain Photo and Video Library.
- Maintain information resources, track/inventory of pop-up banners, brochures, and other collateral materials, and be responsible for sharing them with staff.
- Develop and implement monthly newsletter.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**

**Education & Experience**
- A degree or diploma in Journalism, Public Relations, Creative Communications or equivalent experience and abilities.
- Minimum 2 years' experience and excellent journalism, and public relations skills with strong multitasking ability.
- Ability to write clearly and creatively within tight deadlines, and adaptable to changing priorities and projects.
- Ability to write in a variety of styles (straight news, promotion, advertising, human interest etc).
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work co-operatively as a part of an interdisciplinary team of professionals.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with mínimal supervision.
- Knowledge of First Nation issues related to the child welfare system and health services.
- Experience working with and in First Nations.
- Excellent verbal, written, inter-personal communication skills.
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Proficient use of Adobe Creative Cloud software, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, etc.
- Experience working with online platforms including WordPress, Canva, MailChimp, SurveyMonkey, WooCommerce, Moodle.
- Experience with collaboration tools such as Zoom, Slack, and Microsoft Teams.
- Able to work flexible hours and travel upon request.
- Must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license and a reliable vehicle.
- Must have a current satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Clear Child Abuse Checks.

**Human Resources**

**Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs**

**14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3



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