Experienced Communications Officers Wanted: Start Your Career with Us

Carleton University’s Communications Department based in Ottawa, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Communications officer. Carleton University’s Communications Department specializes in media, journalism, and public relations education. It offers programs that combine theoretical knowledge with practical experience to develop skilled communicators. The department equips students to succeed in dynamic fields like digital communication and marketing. It functions by producing well-trained graduates who contribute to the evolving media and communication industries. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Carleton University
Department: Communications
Position: Communications officer
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $88632.00 – $97023.00 yearly
Employment Type: Full Time
Employee Group: CUPE 2424
Location: Ottawa, ON, CA
Shift: 35 Hours/week
Job ID: J1224-0089

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of a university honours degree in communications, marketing, public relations and journalism
Experience: Candidates should have at least five years of progressive experience in communications or public relations

Physical Requirements:

• The candidates should be able to work independently and in cooperation with the Manager of Communications and other team members, as well as communications officers across the campus
• The candidates should be able to work to tight deadlines and communicate effectively with a broad range of university clients and external publics
• The candidates should be flexible, able to respond to weekend and evening requests

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have a strong background in planning and using corporate communications, including social media and other digital platforms
• The candidates should have superior writing and editing skills, particularly in storytelling and translate difficult subjects into accessible and compelling language
• The candidates should possess exceptional interpersonal skills in building and maintaining effective relationships
• The candidates should have a good understanding of the requirements of major and specialist news media
• The candidates should be creative, resourceful, initiative-driven, and exhibit sensitivity, tact, and discretion
• The candidates should have strong planning and project management skills, knowledge of French and be client-service driven
• The candidates should have , with demonstrable experience in the planning and development of digital communications

Responsibilities:

• The candidates should be able to plan, implement, evaluate, and report on an integrated corporate communications program to advance Carleton University’s profile and reputation
• The candidates should be able to collaborate with colleagues from across campus, coordinating and deploying effective communications strategies across web, social media, and traditional channels
• The candidates should be able to measure and report on the success of communications strategies, ensuring alignment with the university’s objectives
• The candidates should be able to support issue and crisis management, adapting to emerging communications needs as they arise
• The candidates should be able to manage internal and external communications, ensuring clear, consistent messaging across various platforms
• The candidates should be able to provide strategic communications advice to stakeholders at all levels within the university

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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