Communications Officer

3 weeks ago

Winnipeg, Canada City of Winnipeg Full time

Reporting to the Manager, Corporate Communications, and working in a collaborative team environment in the Customer Service & Communications Department, the Communications Officer will provide communications expertise and develop creative solutions to complex communications matters for their departmental portfolio - including media relations support and issues management.

The Communications Officer will develop timely, comprehensive, strategic communications plans and materials; will identify opportunities to share positive stories about City staff, programs, and services, leveraging owned media; and will develop compelling and engaging written and visual content across various platforms to achieve communications goals and objectives.

The Communications Officer will be required to be available to provide communications support on evenings and weekends.

**As the **_Communications Officer,_** **you will**:

- Work collaboratively as a part of the Corporate Communications team, within the Customer Service & Communications Department
- Develop and execute timely, comprehensive, and strategic communications plans and materials related to your departmental portfolio
- Develop communications materials to support initiatives, programs, and services related to your departmental portfolio
- Provide communications expertise to internal stakeholders, and meet with departmental staff as required to assist in issue analysis, media responses, and the development of effective and innovative communications materials
- Identify opportunities, and create written and visual content to share positive stories about City staff, programs, and services across multiple communications platforms, leveraging owned media, including social media, electronic newsletters, intranet, website, and blog, among others
- Coordinate logistics of communications-related media events related to your departmental portfolio
- Liaise with members of the media as a representative of the City, and provide responses to media inquiries

**Your education and qualifications include**:

- Diploma in Communications / Journalism, Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Public Relations or Journalism, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience developing and executing strategic communications plans/programs at the corporate level
- Experience in video production would be considered an asset
- Expertise in internal communications, media relations, and social media
- Excellent written communication skills including experience writing and editing clearly and concisely in plain language
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective, positive relationships with various stakeholders, including with colleagues, senior management, members of the media, elected officials, and the members of the public
- Strong organizational and project management skills with demonstrated ability to prioritize and coordinate work to a deadline in a high-volume workplace with multiple, competing deadlines
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, to initiate, plan, and complete communications projects with mínimal direction
- Ability to build consensus, generate common understanding, and create shared vision in an environment of diverse stakeholders and interests
- Ability to exercise discretion, diplomacy, and confidentiality

**Conditions of employment**:

- The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

  • Communications and Business Development Coordinator

    3 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Solv Communications Full time

    We are looking for a skilled and resourceful Communications and Business Development Coordinator to grow alongside us. We intend for you to play a critical role in enhancing our client's reputation and image through effective communication strategies and targeted public relations efforts. If you have a passion for supporting strong brands, engaging and...

  • Communications Officer

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Worker's Compensation Board of Manitoba Full time

    The Communications Officer is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of communication programs in support of WCB initiatives. The Communications Officer provides public relations counsel and support to the organization’s leadership and maintains understanding, acceptance and cooperation between the Board and its stakeholders. **Job...

  • Communications Officer

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba Full time

    The Communications Officer is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of communication programs in support of WCB initiatives. The Communications Officer provides public relations counsel and support to the organization’s leadership and maintains understanding, acceptance and cooperation between the Board and its stakeholders. **Job...

  • Communications Officer

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada WCB Manitoba Full time

    **Job Summary**: The Communications Officer is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of communication programs in support of WCB initiatives. The Communications Officer provides public relations counsel and support to the organization’s leadership and maintains understanding, acceptance and cooperation between the Board and its...

  • Marketing & Communications Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada University of Manitoba Full time

    The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main...

  • Communications & Marketing Officer

    7 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Lubov SSMI Foundation Inc. Full time

    **We’re hiring!** Lubov SSMI Foundation Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a curious and compassionate individual to join our team as Communications & Marketing Officer. **Who we are** Lubov - which means love in Ukrainian - was founded to help support the ministries of the Sisters Servants of Mary Immaculate (SSMI), whose mandate is to serve where...

  • Safety Officer Supervisor

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada City of Winnipeg Full time

    **As the Safety Office Supervisor**_, _**you will**: - Provide direct supervision, performance management, mentoring and development of Safety Officers. - Manage complaints and deal with discipline issues within the Team. - Train Safety Officers in all public safety and enforcement duties. - Provide leadership within the team, as well as with community...

  • Safety Officer

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada City of Winnipeg Full time

    **As the Safety Officer - Community Safety Team you will**: - Promote positive relations, public safety and public safety awareness with a diverse range of citizens and service providers by building trust and developing relationships. - Provide information, assistance, and direction, using influence and authority to develop and participate in collaborative...

  • Donor Relations and Community Outreach Officer

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre Full time

    **Oseredok Ukrainian Cultural and Educational Centre** **Donor Relations and Community Outreach Officer Job Description** **Job Type**: Full-time (Monday-Friday) **To apply**:Send us a cover letter, resume and letter of reference **Donor Relations and Community Outreach Officer** Reporting to the Executive Director, the Donor Relations and Community...

  • Coordinator, Field Operations

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Shaw Communications Full time

    A little about us What we do at Shaw matters - in a world where being connected has never been more critical, we bring the best wireline and wireless technology and solutions together to create exceptional customer experiences. Every day we help millions of Canadians live their best-connected lives through the strength, capacity and combined power of our...

  • Spécialiste Acquisition Talents Bilingue

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Rogers Communications Full time

    Notre équipe innovante en pleine croissance est déterminée à connecter les Canadiennes et Canadiens grâce à des partenariats uniques, à notre réseau de classe mondiale et à un contenu que les gens d’ici adorent. L’équipe des services d’entreprise est à la recherche de personnes dévouées qui ont vraiment à cœur d’avoir une incidence...

  • Business Sales Consultant

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Shaw Communications Full time

    A little about us What we do at Shaw matters - in a world where being connected has never been more critical, we bring the best wireline and wireless technology and solutions together to create exceptional customer experiences. Every day we help millions of Canadians live their best-connected lives through the strength, capacity and combined power of our...

  • Advertising Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Lester Communications Inc Full time

    **About us**: Lester Communications Inc. is a respected B2B publishing company that specializes in connecting trade and professional associations with the people and organizations they need to reach. Lester’s team of seasoned creatives are searching for an Advertising Coordinator to champion advertising materials through all the departments and our...

  • Communications Coordinator

    6 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Youth For Christ Winnipeg Full time

    Youth for Christ Winnipeg is looking for a Communications Coordinator to fulfill the mission of YFC by helping us effectively communicate our mission and function to all stakeholders with compelling writing and purposeful communications in the form of blog posts, newsletters, and social media engagement. Located at 333 King St, the Youth for Christ Winnipeg...

  • Communications Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Winnipeg, Canada University of Manitoba Full time

    The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community - UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main...

  • Communications Coordinator

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada CARSTC-NRPP Full time

    The communications coordinator is responsible for maintaining our communication channels and increasing our online presence with our certified professionals and other stakeholders. Responsibilities will include managing our social media channels, updating websites, and helping to organize and promote events. This fall our organization will be launching a new...

  • Office Manager

    6 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Manitoba Government Full time

    This job opportunity is being advertised on behalf of the following organization and is not a Manitoba government civil service position. **Office Manager**: XO3 Administrative Officer 3 Regular/full-time Manitoba Legislative Assembly Office of the Clerk Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 10923 Salary(s): XO3 $60,579.00 - $75,634.00 per year Closing...

  • Community Navigator

    1 day ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Manitoba Métis Federation Full time

    **MANITOBA MÉTIS FEDERATION** **COMMUNITY NAVIGATOR** **May 17, 2024** **Posting # 24-12-005** The Manitoba Métis Federation (MMF) is the National Government of the Red River Métis - also known as the Manitoba Métis. The Red River Métis are Canada’s Negotiating Partners in Confederation and the Founders of the Province of Manitoba. The MMF seeks...

  • Administrative Officer

    1 month ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Manitoba Government Full time

    **Administrative Officer**: AO1 Administrative Officer 1 Regular/full-time Department of Sport, Culture and Heritage Strategic Policy, Sport and Culture Programs Division Winnipeg MB Advertisement Number: 41552 Salary(s): AO1 $51,614.00 - $60,597.00 per year Closing Date: July 21, 2023 The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an...

  • Communications Coordinator

    6 days ago

    Winnipeg, Canada Economic Development Winnipeg Full time

    The Communications Coordinator reports directly to the Director of Communications and is responsible for creating and distributing content on EDW's social media, web, and blog channels, as well as for supporting strategic and corporate communications and media relations. As a member of a highly engaged and creative MarComm team, the coordinator will...