Job Description

Temporary, Full-Time (until September 30, 2025, with the possibility of extension)
09931RP1
Hours 70 bi-weekly (8 hour shifts; days, on-call)
Salary HL-20 ($69,342.00 - $90,144.60 per annum)
Competition Number 2024005547
Posted Date 15 August 2024
Closing Date 22 August 2024About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador (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 approximately 540,000 Newfoundlanders and Labradorians and is supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians.Job Summary
The communications manager provides strategic communications advice in support of the organization\'s vision and has experience advising senior leaders on approaches for effective communication; managing complex 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 advise on communications approaches for emerging issues, proactively communicate milestones and share positive stories, write compelling materials for print and electronic media, including news releases, speeches, video and other communications materials.. The manager participates on several committees; and works collaboratively with partners on joint communications initiatives.This manager reports to the senior director of provincial public affairs and works closely with other members of the communications department.Job Qualifications
Education
Successful completion of a Bachelor\'s Degree in public relations, journalism or communications is required.Experience
A minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in the communications or public relations field is required.
Experience writing and editing content for and posting to a variety of corporate digital platforms.
Knowledge and understanding of corporate communications and the health-care system would be an asset.
Experience working in communications with internal and external stakeholders is required.
Considerable project management experience is preferred.
Experience working with confidential information and a commitment to and knowledge of the principles of privacy, confidentiality and access.Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)
Strong ability to think strategically and write, edit and deliver a range of professional communications materials across different channels, tailored to specific audiences.
Ability to grasp complex medical and technical information and communicate it in an easy-to-understand manner for specific audiences.
Superior interpersonal and consultation skills combined with the ability to build strong partnerships.
Considerable experience in media relations, issues management, event management and content development is required.
Ability to use various communications strategies/tools to communicate to internal audiences in a large health-care organization.
Strong organizational, planning and time management skills and ability to multitask and quicky adjust priorities as required.
Ability to establish positive and productive working relationships with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to adhere or organizational policies, practices and process.
Ability to write compelling materials for print, website, digital and social media, as well as the technical aptitude to edit and post content to digital and social media platforms.
Ability to write for, and produce videos, would be consideredOther
The manager acts with integrity, possesses good judgement and exemplifies NL Health Services\' corporate values.
A satisfactory record of work performance is required.
The manager should have the ability to work outside of regular working hours (8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. or 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) and to travel to other sites on short notice, as required.Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.caUpon 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 immediatelyTo 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.NL Health Services 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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