Communications Specialist Jobs in Halifax, Canada at Canadian Cancer Society
Job Title: Communications Specialist
Vacancies: This posting is for (1) current vacancy
Location: Vancouver, BC | Prince George, BC | Kelowna, BC | St John’s, NL | Halifax, NS | Ottawa, ON (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: )
Work Model: Hybrid Work Model
Salary Band: 4 ($53,000- $63,000 CAD)
(This is a Full-time contract opportunity ending in November 2026)
HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA
The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way
MAKING AN IMPACT
As a member of the Strategic Communications team at the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), the Communications Specialist is primarily responsible for supporting and advancing awareness of CCS’s mission to external audiences. Reporting to the Senior Communications Manager, this role assists in developing and executing communications plans to demonstrate the impact of our programs, services and advocacy work. This includes but is not limited to writing and content development, project management, media monitoring and analysis, and proactive and reactive media relations.
This role is ideal for a results-driven communicator with proven project management skills, who has a strong foundation of communications fundamentals and experience in media relations with a keen knowledge of the media landscape in British Columbia and across Canada.
WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:
Aid with the execution of communications strategies and tools aligned with overall mission and organizational priorities, with a special focus on travel and transportation services in British Columbia.
Plan and execute media relations and PR plans as required.
Work collectively with the brand marketing and digital engagement teams to support marketing and social communications as required.
Liaise with internal stakeholders to develop a variety of engaging communications materials such as news releases, key messages, fact sheets, speeches, presentations, digital content and more.
Help with writing and editing various mission materials including reports, speaking notes, presentations, letters to politicians and bureaucrats, social media content and more.
Project manage content approvals and sharing between internal and external stakeholders in a timely, collaborative and professional manner.
Act as a point of contact on behalf of CCS for media and assist with media requests, triaging inquiries, supporting spokespeople and tracking results.
Support media monitoring and reporting for CCS, and proactively identify emerging issues or opportunities in the news cycle.
Reply to public inquiries in a timely and professional manner, collaborating with internal experts and stakeholders for information and fact-checking.
Post content to or the Canadian News Wire as required.
Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism or related field and 3 to 5 years of experience in media relations or communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Positive, can-do attitude along with ability to self-motivate, work well independently and contribute to the positive culture of the team
Demonstrated experience in communications strategy and tactics, including media and public relations
Keen understanding of the media landscape, especially in British Columbia
Strong editing skills and attention to detail
Superb organizational, project and time management, problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
Title: Communications Specialist
Company: Canadian Cancer Society
Location: Halifax, Canada
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