Job Description

Location: Windsor, ONPosting #: 022-21293Position name: Communications CoordinatorAvailable Spots: 1Bargaining Unit: Non UnionDepartment: CommunicationAssignment: Status: Temporary Full TimeShift: Deadline: 2022-08-24Position Summary: The Communications Coordinator (Writer II) supports the internal and external communication needs of the organization, by planning, organizing and providing content for a variety of communication channels. The position is involved in a wide variety of special events, and keeps staff and members of the community informed while continually showcasing the programs and people of the organization to elevate the profile of HDGH and support its strategic plan.Qualifications:

• 3-5 years direct experience working in a communications capacity - Required

• Experience working in a healthcare setting - Preferred

• Collaborates with the Director of Communications and Mission to identify stories and other content that support and are consistent with HDGH's strategic objectives for internal and external promotion. Identifies elements of a newsworthy story and supports the efforts of the Manager to garner media attention for HDGH news, events and research. Provides background and briefing information to the Manager on areas of potential media interest.

• Prepares media advisories and /or media releases as requested

• Provides copy and photos for magazine articles/ newspaper articles advertisements

• Work in a team atmosphere assisting where needed and collaborating with other team members on projects. Works with corporate events staff members to help plan and promote special events.

• Leads the Implementation of Special Projects as identified by the Director of Communications and Mission

• Assist in setting up audio and video needs for town hall meetings and other ELT roll out events.

• Identifies the need and seeks out education seminars, in services and practical experience required to maintain self-competency.

• Maintains confidentiality on materials that are within the scope of communications plans before staff roll out.

• Assist with the preparation and editing of corporate video production.

• When requested, works with corporate events staff members for event day photography and promotions.

• Collaborates with the Communications team to create a social media plan in support of HDGH's strategic objectives.

• Identifies elements of social media posts that support HDGH news, events and research. Provides background and briefing information to the Director on areas of potential social media interest. Builds an engaged audience base for content delivered via social media. Identifies threats and opportunities in user-generated content surrounding HDGH.

• Assists with interviewing and writing for the internal newsletters

• Maintains, responds and interacts in a timely manner with all HDGH's social media outlets in accordance with HDGH policies, strategic directions and values

• Monitors and evaluates all HDGH Social Media through 3rd party software and analytics

• Responsible for planning, writing and editing the Patient Guide

• Assists with updating content for all corporate brochures and assist with creation of new corporate materials

• Oversees and acts as liaison on all social media calendars with HDGH and Foundation activities

• Edits photos and videos and archives them for future use, in conjunction with other team members. Writes articles and takes photos for the annual report

• Work flexible hours and days to coordinate with events and special occasions as required

• Undertakes other duties as may be reasonably required from time to time.

• Bachelor's Degree Communications/ Public Relations/ Journalism and/or Marketing - Required