Job Description

Competition #:
05573162


Employee Type:
PERMANENT FULL TIME


Bargaining Unit:
NON-CONTRACT


Facility:
CORPORATE OFFICE


Department:
NH HLTH PROMO & PUB ENG


Reports To:
REGIONAL MANAGER, DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS & PUBLIC


Close Date:
JANUARY 15, 2023


Comments:



This posting is covered by the Provincial Health Officer\xe2\x80\x99s mandatory COVID-19 vaccination orders and selected applicant(s) must comply.



Position Summary



If you are looking for friendly, supportive staff, work life balance and affordable living this may be just the opportunity that will take your career to a new level.

The Lead \xe2\x80\x93 Strategic Initiatives Communications works as a member of the Communications team but works closely with leadership within the workforce sustainability office, in order to lead communications around Northern Health\xe2\x80\x99s strategic priorities, specifically focused on the Workforce Sustainability initiative. This work will include collaborating with a variety of departments and stakeholders in high-level, strategic planning in order to develop and implement communications plans, both internal and external, to promote and communicate about the Workforce Sustainability initiatives, and broader strategic priorities of the organization.
The Lead \xe2\x80\x93 Strategic Initiatives Communications will:
Work collaboratively with departments such as Human Resources, Workforce Sustainability, Quality, & Innovation; the Ministry of Health; and other stakeholders to lead external and internal strategic communications planning and tactical execution.
Support communication and engagement with stakeholders, including but not limited to Board, Executive, and other Northern Health leaders; frontline and administrative staff; and members of the public;
Ensure issues receive responsive and accurate attention;
Contribute to and participate in the implementation of communications priorities established within NH\xe2\x80\x99s strategic plan;
Manage and improve organizational and departmental communication processes and channels;
Leads emergency communications activities, as required.

Prince George has a population of 89,490 (2021) local residents and is a service centre for approximately 320,000. Prince George has all of the amenities of a larger city mixed with the charm and friendliness of a smaller town. Check out Prince George for more information on what this community has to offer.

What Northern Health has to offer you!
Comprehensive benefit packages including MSP, extended health/dental and a municipal pension plan for part-time and full-time employees. Casuals have the option of paying for benefits.
Four weeks vacation with one year of continuous service
Financial Support for Moving Expenses is available for eligible positions
Employee referral program
Employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
Spectacular outdoor activities and the shortest commutes in BC
\xe2\x80\x9cLoan Forgiveness Programs\xe2\x80\x9d are offered through the Federal and BC Government for eligible professions.





Qualifications



Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in communications, public relations, or marketing.
Minimum seven (7) years\xe2\x80\x99 recent related experience in communications, marketing, and/or public relations in a corporate environment.
Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Previous experience in a health care, government, public sector, not-for-profit, or corporate environment an asset.
Knowledge of current health topics and issues in BC and within the NH region are an asset.
Project and/or change management experience considered an asset.

Skills and Abilities:
Effective communications skills including written, verbal, critical, and strategic.
Excellent interpersonal relations and demonstrated ability to build and foster relationships with individuals and groups.
Proven experience developing and executing communications plans and marketing campaign, including developing materials.
Ability to develop responsive, interesting, and original content.
Skilled in writing for a variety of media, including print, video (scripts), and web.
Extensive knowledge of communications tools and practices used in a corporate environment.
Working knowledge of design, photography, publication production, desktop publishing, video, and electronic communications.
Experience with social media, multimedia, and website development.
Demonstrated ability to exercise exceptional judgment, with consideration given to organizational risk and public and staff perception.
Ability to handle highly confidential and/or sensitive issues with skill, tact, and discretion.
Ability to remain calm, alert, and high functioning under stressful situations.
Effective organizational, project management and time management skills, including the ability to prioritize and work independently and under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
Ability to work effectively with senior leaders and other stakeholders in a wide variety of settings across the organization.
Flexibility to provide after-hours service in emergencies or unpredictable circumstances.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office365 environment considered an asset.
Knowledge of current health topics and issues in BC and within the NH region an asset.

Who we are
Northern Health covers an area of nearly 600,000 square kilometers and offers health services in over two dozen communities and 55 First Nation\xe2\x80\x99s communities. We deliver hospital and community-based health care for a population of 300,000.
Employing more than 7,000 staff throughout the region, Northern Health provides exceptional health services for Northerners, through the efforts of dedicated staff and physicians, in partnership with communities and organizations in Northern BC.
There is a wide variety of career opportunities available in our two dozen hospitals, 25 long-term care facilities, public health units and many other offices providing specialized services.

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