Communications Associate Specialist

Canon has been at the forefront of digital imaging innovation for more than 80 years. Since 1973, Canon Canada has been the leading provider of consumer, business and professional digital imaging solutions to Canadians.

At Canon Canada, we've established a diverse culture that's made us a respected and successful industry leader. Canon's corporate philosophy is Kyosei: all people, regardless of race, religion or culture, harmoniously living and working together into the future. We have been recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's best employers for diversity.

We are committed to environmental sustainability and have established programs that support our Kyosei philosophy and Environmental Charter. Since 2019, Canon Canada has been named one of Canada's Greenest Employers, an award that recognizes employers leading the way in creating a culture of environmental awareness.

We offer **comprehensive health and wellness benefits, learning and development opportunities, recognition programs and other perks**. We want your career with us to be a journey, and we provide the tools to help you contribute and succeed from Day 1.

**Communications Associate Specialist (12 month contract) - Hybrid**
- Are you looking to grow your career in corporate communications by supporting impactful internal initiatives?
- Do you have a strong interest in employee engagement and clear, effective messaging across an organization?
- Are you a strong communicator who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment?

The Communications Associate Specialist will report to the Senior Director of Talent, Communications, and Business Administration and support the Corporate Communications team in planning and executing internal corporate and employee communications and initiatives.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Assisting in planning and delivering employee events, including logistics, communications and stakeholder coordination.
- Supporting corporate initiatives such as wellness, fitness, corporate social responsibilities, and environmental programs.
- Assisting in creating and managing internal communications, engaging stakeholders, and developing content and creative materials.
- Assisting in the execution of the Canon showroom, print shop, and corporate imaging experience
- Assisting in inventory management and organization of event promotional items and department assets.
- Maintaining metrics and reporting tools to evaluate the effectiveness of assigned projects, initiatives, and communications.
- Assisting in maintaining all Canon Canada offices' digital signage and photographic galleries.
- Assisting in monitoring sponsorship and donation inquiries and supporting corporate programs
- Monitoring and maintaining budget, tracking expenses to stay within budget and processing invoices.

**To Succeed, You Will Need**:

- Post-secondary in Marketing, Communications, Arts or Journalism
- Minimum 1 year of experience in social media, public relations
- Intermediate technical skills for managing and posting on social media channels,
- Excellent time management and multitasking skills to manage projects and collaborate with stakeholders
- Intermediate analytical skills to assess priorities and identify solutions.
- Intermediate project/process management skills to support interdepartmental marketing campaigns.
- Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel) and social media platforms.

**Why Join?**

**HYBRID WORK**

**BENEFITS**
- Comprehensive health coverage plan that includes medical, dental and vision
- Life insurance, disability and wellness programs
- Vacation, Paid Personal Time and Sick days
- Matching RRSP contribution & Profit-Sharing Program
- Tuition Assistance Program for professional continuing education
- Discounts on Canon products, retailers, memberships and more

**EMPLOYEE PERKS**
- Free coffee and snacks
- On-site cafeteria and outdoor patio
- Employee gym and fitness centre
- Employee referral program
- Inspire Program, online peer-to-peer recognition for redeemable points on hundreds of products
- Community involvement
- Employee Appreciation Event