Communications Specialist

2 weeks ago


Vancouver, Canada TRIUMF Full time

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TRIUMF

, Canada's particle accelerator centre, and one of the world's leading laboratories for particle and nuclear physics and accelerator-based science. TRIUMF's diverse community of nearly 600 multidisciplinary researchers, engineers, technicians, tradespeople, staff, and students create a unique incubator for Canadian excellence, as well as a portal to premier global collaborations. Fueling innovation and improving lives, we are committed to accelerating discovery and shaping a better world.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are integral to excellence and enhance our ability to create knowledge and opportunity for all. Together, we are committed to building an inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates the voices of our employees, students, partners, and the people and communities we serve.
- TRIUMF’s Strategic Communications Team is a vibrant group committed to empowering and enabling TRIUMF to safely and effectively fulfill its mission. We are looking for enthusiastic new member to join our team as a Communications Specialist.
- The primary function of the position is to provide communications expertise and services in support of the development, implementation, and evaluation of integrated internal and external communications strategies and initiatives. The position advances TRIUMF’s mission by authoring, editing, and producing communications materials, in addition to fostering strong communications practices across the organization. The position provides contributions in strengthening understanding and alignment of the laboratory’s vision and priorities, demonstrating TRIUMF’s relevance to a range of stakeholders, and in cultivating TRIUMF’s contemporary brand and culture.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Planning, researching, authoring, editing, and publishing a wide range of compelling day-to-day communications materials, including science stories, website copy and web pages, newsletters, speeches, marketing materials, internal memos, social media content, government reports, FAQs, news releases, backgrounders and briefs, pitches, proposals, annual reports, and other assets.
- Supporting the stewardship of TRIUMF’s brand standards, particularly the organization’s voice, by incorporating them into communications materials; equipping colleagues and partners with the necessary tools and resources so that they are empowered to adopt and champion brand standards
- Standardizing and enhancing TRIUMF’s internal communications methodologies and culture
- Providing support capacity for processing media inquiries, including vetting and fulfilling requests for comments by TRIUMF experts and monitoring media coverage of TRIUMF
- With support from members of the Communications team, managing TRIUMF’s social media communities; monitoring and reporting on social media activity
- Contributing to a forthcoming website redevelopment project
- Interfacing with suppliers and consultants (writers, editors, videographers, etc.) involved in the production of communications content

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

- Experience in the development and publication of external and/or internal communications materials and/or campaigns,, ideation, interviewing, researching, message development, and editing.
- Demonstrated proficiency with document creation and publishing programs. Working knowledge of basic digital technologies and software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Drupal or Wordpress, Hootsuite, Google Docs, etc.).
- Effective problem-solving skills, strong organizational and time management skills, and an ability to work under pressure and balance competing priorities.
- An appreciation for multiple points-of-view - the ability to think from the audience perspective, relate to needs and timelines of key contacts, and tailor messages in the best interests of each audience.
- Ability to work closely and communicate comfortably with diverse audiences throughout the lab and out into various external communities.
- Curiosity about the world - including the people and events that motivate change, and about TRIUMF’s opportunity to share the role of science and technology in helping shape a better future.
- The ability to work independently, showing initiative and good judgment, and the ability to work cooperatively and be an effective team member.
- An interest in modern media dialogue, including online communications and social media trends and technologies, to support of Communications continuous improvement.
- The ability to maintain strict confidentiality and discretion.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:

- A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university, preferably in Journalism, Communications, or a related field; or a combination of academic and professional experience.
- A minimum of 3 years experience post-graduation in journalism, communications, or digital media.
- Experience working in academic (college/university) and/or science-based organiz



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