Communications Specialist

2 days ago

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada Saskatchewan Health Authority Full time
Description

Position #:

Expected Start Date: February 23, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Director Communications Services

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: April 2, 2027

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Reporting to the Director, Communications Services, the Communications Specialist is responsible for creating and implementing communication strategies that directly impact how the Saskatchewan Health Authority communicates key initiatives, internally and externally, to diverse stakeholders including employees, physicians, patients, health system and union partners, government, and the public. The Specialist uses best-practice tools and corporate channels to communicate projects related to—but not limited to—labour relations/disruptions, privacy, policy, safety in an ever-changing and complex environment. 

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

  • 3-5 years' experience in communications, preferably within large, diverse public organizations

Education

  • Undergraduate degree or diploma in Business, Communications, Marketing or Public Relations

Other Education & Training

  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Licensed and in good standing with professional association and/or regulatory body, if applicable

Licenses

  • Valid class 5 driver's license

Competencies

  • Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
  • Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
  • Analytical skills
  • Critical thinking skills

Knowledge & Abilities

  • Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
  • Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
  • Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
  • Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
  • Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
  • Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to lead and coach others
  • Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
  • Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
  • Ability to adapt to and implement change 
  • Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
  • Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
  • Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action

Other Information

  • Travel within Saskatchewan
  • Possibility of extension on the "expected up to" date
  • This is a provincial role, responsible for creating and implementing internal and external communication strategies and plans that directly impact how Saskatchewan communities experience health care, and impacts the SHA's reputation, credibility, and audience engagement. The Specialist provides sound communication advice to SHA leaders and uses strategic communication to build trust, promote understanding, and connect people to vital primary health services. The Specialist transforms complex health information into clear, accessible messaging for diverse audiences that includes patients and families, care teams, and community partners while creating and distributing engaging content across multiple channels. The Specialist collaborates with leaders and stakeholders to shape inclusive, people-centred communication that reflect SHA's strategic priorities, and participates in the after-hours on-call rotation for emerging issues and crisis events. 

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