Job Description

Location: Remote Work Opportunities

Manager, Communications
Corporate Communications
Temporary, Full Time (until December 28, 2024 with the possibility of extension)
10652RP1
Hours 70 bi-weekly (8 hour days)
Salary HL-20 ($67,978 - $88,372 per annum)
Competition Number 2023007788
Posted Date 22 December 2023
Closing Date 5 January 2024

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Communications Manager provides strategic communications advice in support of the organization\'s vision and has experience advising senior leaders; managing communications issues; and leading projects and large-scale public and corporate events. The manager initiates, develops, researches, executes, manages and evaluates communications plans and strategies for a range of projects, issues, events and other initiatives.

The Communications Manager is an expert writer who has the ability to grasp complex medical and technical information and communicate it in an easy-to-understand manner. The role requires the ability to write compelling materials for print and electronic media, as well as the technical aptitude to post content to social media platforms, the Intranet and corporate website. The manager and balances competing priorities and timelines in a fast-paced environment and participates on several committees; works collaboratively with partners on joint communications initiatives; and seeks opportunities to proactively promote the organization\'s positive stories.

This manager reports to the Senior Director - Provincial Public Affairs and works closely with other members of the communications department within a small team environment. The manager must have the ability to lead work independently, multi-task, work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, and adapt to changing needs.

Job Qualifications
Education
Successful completion of a Bachelor\'s Degree in communications, public relations or journalism is required.

Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the communications or public relations field is required.
Knowledge and understanding of corporate communications and the provincial health-care system is required
Experience working in communications with internal and external stakeholders is required.
Considerable project management experience is preferred.

Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Solid analytical experience and skills as a strategic thinker.
Superior writing and interpersonal communication skills are fundamental to the position.
Ability to lead work independently, multi-task in a fast-paced environment; and meet tight deadlines while adapting to changing needs.
Ability to establish positive and productive working relationships with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders.

Other
The manager acts with integrity, possesses good judgement and exemplifies NL Health Services\' corporate values.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.
The senior manager should have the ability to work on site and virtually, as required, travel on short notice, and outside of regular working hours, as required.

Please submit your resume/cover letter, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications.

Note
NL Health Services is in a period of transition. We have made every effort to reflect the intent, duties and accountabilities of the role outlined; however, each are subject to change and be modified in accordance with the future needs of the organization as needed. Thank you for your anticipated patience and understanding as we travel this journey together to improve the health of the people of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Successful candidates will be expected to reside within the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador and may be required to reside in a specific community dependent upon their assigned responsibilities.
Thank you for your interest in NL Health Services; however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

Eastern Health is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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