Communications & Knowledge Transfer Officer
Communications & Knowledge Transfer Officer
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Closing Date: July 25 2025 at 4:00 PM
Institute of Population Health
The University of New Brunswick views population health in all its forms as well as the need for innovative models for the provision and delivery of healthcare as critical needs across the province. To address these issues the university is establishing the UNB Institute for Population Health (IPH) with Dr. Jennifer Russell as Executive Director. Among the many things the IPH would do would be to inform best practices with respect to healthcare responses in the province and the larger region through awareness raising activities advocacy education and training and various aspects of research activity.
WHAT WE OFFER
Full-time 2-year Term Fredericton On-Campus
UNB is committed to ensuring employees can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Standard Work Hours: Mon - Fri 7:45 am - 4:00 pm 36.25 hours per week (Summer Hours)
Salary Range: $49410 - $61768 per annum * As of July 1st
YOUR FOCUS
Reporting to the Executive Director the Communications and Knowledge Transfer Officer will lead the development and implementation of a communications and knowledge transfer strategies for the Institute of Population Health.
- Create and implement a comprehensive communications plan that aligns with the institutes goals and priorities targeting key audiences with tailored messaging.
- Manage media relations digital platforms and social media to raise awareness and enhance the impact of research.
- Develop and implement strategies to synthesize and disseminate research findings using accessible formats such as policy briefs infographics reports and multimedia content.
- Support population health researchers in their efforts to ensure findings are translated into practical applications that can influence policy and practice.
- Build and maintain relationships with partners and interested parties such as researchers government bodies health professionals community organizations media outlets etc.
- Organize workshops webinars and events to foster dialogue and ensure research findings are actionable.
- Produce high-quality audience-appropriate content for websites newsletters press releases and presentations to ensure consistent messaging.
- Collaborate with researchers and key partners to craft clear engaging summaries of scientific studies.
- Track the impact of KT efforts by evaluating the uptake and use of research in policy and practice.
- Adjust strategies based on feedback and data to maximize the effectiveness of communication efforts.
WHAT YOU BRING
- A bachelors degree in Communications Journalism or Marketing. Experience in a health-related field would be a strong asset.
- 1-3 years of demonstrated experience in communications and knowledge transfer.
Additional Strengths:
- Demonstrated strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Capacity to coordinate various project partners and resources.
- Experience and proficiency with developing and managing web content.
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A little bit about us
University of New Brunswick
The University of New Brunswick employs more than 3200 full- and part-time staff including faculty support staff and students. UNB values people and we have proudly been named as one of Canadas Top 100 Employers for 2025 and one of Atlantic Canadas Top Employers for 2024.
UNB is situated on the unceded territory of the Wolastoqiyik and Mikmaq peoples along the banks of the beautiful and bountiful Wolastoq river a region recognized worldwide for its natural beauty. UNB is a comprehensive university with a long history of excellence in teaching and research.
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WHY CHOOSE UNB
UNB offers a large variety of benefits for employees including a full pension a minimum of three weeks of vacation annually the Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and dental life and health insurance.
PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL STAFF UNION (PTSU)
This position is part of the PSAC Local 60551 employee group and falls under the PTSU Collective Agreement.
COMMITMENT TO EQUITY DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The University of New Brunswick and PSAC/PTSU Local 60551 are committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals including women visible minorities Aboriginal persons persons with disabilities persons of any sexual orientation gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
We thank all who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
