Communications Officer

2 weeks ago

Ottawa, Canada Carleton University Full time

**Duties and Responsibilities**:
Reporting to the Manager of Communications, the Communications Officer will plan, implement, evaluate and report on an integrated corporate communications program to advance Carleton university’s profile and reputation. Collaborating with colleagues from across campus, the incumbent is responsible for the coordination, deployment and measurement of effective communications strategy across web, social media and traditional channels - internal and external. The position requires flexibility and the ability to pivot to emerging requirements on any given day, including the support of issue and crisis management.

**Qualifications**:
**The incumbent must possess the following qualifications**:

- Strong background in planning and use of corporate communications including social media and other digital platforms.
- Superior writing and editing skills, especially in the area of storytelling.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills in building and maintaining effective relationships.
- Ability to work independently and in co-operation with the Manager of Communications and other members of the department, as well as communications officers across campus.
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and communicate effectively with a broad range of university clients and external publics.
- Good understanding of the requirements of major and specialist news media.
- Creativity, resourcefulness, initiative, sensitivity, tact and discretion.
- Strong planning and project management skills.
- Flexible in being able to respond to weekend and evening requests.
- Knowledge of French is an asset.
- Client-service driven.

**Education and Experience**:
**The above is normally acquired through the completion of**:

- University honours degree in communications, marketing, public relations, journalism, or the equivalent.
- Knowledge of French is an asset.
- Five years of progressive experience in the area of communications or public with demonstrable experience in planning and development of digital communications.

**HR Note**:
Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

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