Corporate Communications Advisor

ABOUT US

Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home making it one of the largest regions in Canada and the fastest growing with a population thats expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography which is comprised of about 1800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities is as beautiful interesting and diverse as our government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources.

WHAT WE OFFER

Consistently named one of Canadas Best Employers by Forbes we offer a collaborative progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace aligned with our vision to create strong caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls.

• Defined Benefit Pension Program - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions.
• Employer of Choice - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations.
• Benefits and Wellness - Employees and their loved ones have access to an employee health care spending account access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Programand corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. Casual employees are eligible to receive payment in lieu of benefits and/or vacation.
• Inclusive and Diverse Workforce - Were committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential participate freely in society and live with respect dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion Diversity Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Manager Corporate Communications provides strategic communication advice and support to management and the Region; also responsible for supporting the direction of all clients communications and the development of corporate-led governance initiatives to help promote and raise awareness of the Regions programs and services.

WHAT YOULL BE DOING

Provides on-going strategic communications advice and support to management and clients including recommendations on advertising and marketing opportunities.
Collaborates with colleagues departments and other stakeholders to identify strategic and proactive communication solutions including the development and implementation of internal and external communications plans.
Monitors budgets outputs outcomes and deliverables of communication plans and projects to ensure quality and effectiveness.
Identifies and supports the development of corporate efficiencies support systems controls directives and improvements to maintain and enhance the Regions presence and to ensure stakeholder communication across the departments is aligned and effective including corporate communication management systems; corporate-led initiatives; corporate wide publications and communication plans supporting the Regions brand and management.
Participates in inter-departmental and inter-municipal committees and projects.
Supports the planning development and execution of the corporate media and social media relations strategy annual coordinated media buys Regional services communication plan etc.
Represents the Branch Department and Region with both internal and external stakeholders and is responsible for ensuring representation aligns with corporate branding and messaging.
Responds directly to residents and other stakeholder inquiries and help resolve concerns through education and information including responding to corporate website inquiries and emails of a public relations nature.
Acts as first point of contact for media/journalists researches media contacts publications and social media influencers (bloggers) and builds and maintains strong media relationships.
Supports the ongoing development and maintenance the corporate media distribution list.
Manages information in accordance with legislation and corporate standards.
Supports and coordinates corporate events as required.
Performs other duties as assigned in accordance with branch and department objectives.

WHAT WERE LOOKING FOR

Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Communication Journalism Public Administration Business Administration or a related discipline or approved equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of five (5) years communication experience in the development and delivery of strategic communication plans
Thorough working knowledge of communication practices including traditional and social media photography and graphic design
Knowledge of content management software operating systems and computer software; intermediate HTML and CSS skills image editing and graphic design skills; knowledge of programs and technologies JavaScript current levels of Adobe Creative Suite including Dreamweaver Flash and Photoshop Adobe Acrobat social media tools form building tools an asset
Understanding the Regions nine local municipalities Regional governance municipal government and the programs and services provided to the public in order to determine the unique and diverse internal communication needs within the varying business units
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant Legislation Standards Acts and Regulations.
Knowledge and demonstrated ability in corporate core competencies including customer services communication team work initiative/self-management accountability flexibility and adaptability
Highly developed writing editing and presenting skills using plain language best practices.
Experience and demonstrated ability and skills in media relations and training.