Communications Officer
1 month ago
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 Duties**:
Develops, executes and evaluates communications and public relations strategies in support of WCB goals and initiatives.
Researches, writes and edits publications, news releases, articles, letters and speeches, including material provided to the Minister’s office and/or other government bodies.
Oversees and edits the work of other contributors to internal and external publications and other written projects.
Manages and coordinates all layout and design of WCB literature and graphic displays created by external vendors.
Provides communication counselling/advice and support to other WCB departments, committees and specific external stakeholders.
Performs specific layout and design internally (publications, presentations, signs, documents).
Organizes and co-ordinates special events including open houses, trade shows, seminars and workshops; manages and coordinates WCB staff in trade shows and speaking engagements.
Manages, edits and coordinates the official WCB web site.
Makes presentations to internal and external audiences/stakeholders.
Acts as a liaison to stakeholders, internal staff and the media to ensure accurate exchange of information.
Responsible for maintenance and integrity of WCB graphic standards and styles.
Responsible for WCB photography.
Establishes and maintains contacts within the print, design, advertising and Internet industries to ensure quality/cost effectiveness.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**:
Completion of a post-secondary diploma in Creative Communications, with specific training in public relations, advertising and journalism
Minimum three years' experience in a journalism and/or public relations environment
Demonstrated ability to use a personal computer and software in a Windows environment including working knowledge of the Internet
Well-developed desktop publishing and photography skill.
Superior oral and written communication skills including business writing, journalism, newspaper or magazine writing, advertising copy writing, technical writing, press release/press kit writing, plain language writing and speech writing
Ability to understand and explain complex information and concepts
Excellent layout and design skills
Demonstrated ability to communicate fluently in French and English, both verbally and in writing, is required for Designated Bilingual positions only
**Additional Information**:
Ability to communicate proficiently in both official languages (English & French) is an asset.
The WCB is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce with equitable representation of Aboriginal persons, visible minorities, persons with disabilities and women. Applicants are encouraged to indicate in their covering letter or resumé if they are a member of these groups.
About WCB:
The Workers Compensation Board promotes safety and health in Manitoba workplaces and aims to help prevent and reduce the occurrence of workplace injuries and disease. Working with its partners, the WCB promotes safe and healthy workplaces, facilitates recovery and return to work, provides compassionate and supportive compensation services for workers and employers, and ensures responsible financial stewardship.
WCBdoes encompasses what it means to work at the WCB. The WCB is proud to have employee benefits and programs that support financial and personal security, foster health and well-being, encourage involvement and support growth as an individual and member of the WCB community. The four categories of WCBdoes include: Security, Wellness, Engagement and Growth.
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