Job Description

Are you ready for your next challenge? We are looking for a Communications Officer to support the communications needs of the organization. Does the idea of providing support for current transformation, as well as activities to help achieve the objectives described in Vision 2030; positioning CNL as a world leader in nuclear science and technology appeal to you? Do you have experience developing communications material for internal and external audiences and preparing communication plans (both strategy and tactics) to ensure strong community relations with an organization's community stakeholders? If so, apply now!
What you will be doing!

• Working with subject matter experts to research material for communications products, and to ensure accuracy of final content.
• Writing and edit corporate communications products such as articles, website content, fact sheets and presentations, translating technical/scientific concepts into plain language.
• Leading delivery of CNLs Education & Outreach program
• Working closely with the business lines to determine the corporate communications needs.
• Writing content and develop communications plans and products to meet objectives.
• Providing line management with strategic advice on how communications can support achieving objectives.
• Supporting the Emergency Operations Centre during periods of activation, and training exercises.
• Maintaining familiarity with CNLs mass communications solutions and technologies.
• Developing communications strategies and material to support emergency communications.
• Triaging and providing recommendation on CNLs investment in local communities
• Building relationships with key community contacts, ensuring trust is established and communication channels are in place
• Identifying opportunities to build CNLs brand with in local and extended communities through delivery of an Education Program

What we are looking for:

• A university degree/college diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or a related field.
• Five years of progressive experience in a business communications environment.
• Experience developing and designing communications products, including fact sheets, media releases, newsletter articles, key messages, and online content for public audiences and for media.
• Experience working with technical/scientific subject matter experts to gather information to be used in developing communications products.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
• Ability to communicate complex technical/scientific information to lay audiences in clear, understandable language.
• Ability to discuss sensitive subjects with stakeholders resulting in productive outcomes.
• Ability to identify issues that require management attention in a timely manner.
• Ability to develop communications strategies/plans to support the requirements of a public information program.
• Knowledge of Adobe Create Suite and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid G Ontario drivers licence
• Knowledge of public communications best practices and in a highly regulated industry such as nuclear.
• Knowledge of working with a cross-functional project team.

Security clearance eligibility required: Reliability Status with Site Access Security Clearance (SASC), which has a minimum requirement of 3 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, United States and/or the United Kingdom.
Why CNL?
Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pace setters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.

• Work-life balance is an integral part of our overall health and well-being; at CNL, we value this.

We offer a complete total rewards package :

• paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
• benefits effective day one, thats right, no waiting period;
• tuition support
• and a pension!

Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?

• Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
• Restore and protect the Environment.
• Contribute to the health of Canadians.

Location of Work - On-Site

• This role is based out of CNLs Chalk River, which will be the designated workplace. CNL may require travel from time to time, as necessary.

CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promote equity, diversity and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities.
CNL also supports a workplace environment and a corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity and Excellence, which encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects inclusive of accommodations for all employees.
CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist with whom you are in contact. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.
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