Communications Specialist - Victoria, Canada - BC Pension Corporation

BC Pension Corporation

Verified Company

Victoria, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Communications Specialist:

Job Type

Location
Regular, full-time

Victoria, BC Canada

Competition

Union/Excluded
PC24:47562

BCGEU

Salary Range

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$67,728.87 to $77,012.22 per annum

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Classification

Closing Date
Communications Officer R21

March 28, 2024

Additional
An eligibility list to fill future vacancies may be established.

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Why choose us?:

There is more to Pension Corporation than you might think.

We are an award-winning organization with meaningful purpose-driven work, where staff have impact and create peace of mind for those we serve.

We have cultivated an outstanding community rooted in respect, where employees are inspired to have courage, take action, and be at their best every day.

Our nine-year strategic plan, _Plan 20|30: Our Future is Insight_, will guide us from 2021 to 2030. To learn about our aspirations and objectives and how you can be a part of a people-focused organization that is grounded in operational excellence, visit

What we offer:

Flexible work options (modified workweek, oncampus work, or a hybrid of home/oncampus)
Comprehensive extended health and dental benefits for you and your family
Defined benefit pension program
Health & wellness programs lunchtime seminars, community activities and a comprehensive Employee & Family Assistance Program
Incredible campus with collaboration spaces, sit/stand desks, and lots of natural light
Ongoing training, professional development opportunities, and scholarship programs
Opportunities to give back to the community and support notforprofits
Seasonal events and socials
A robust awards/recognition program
Discounts on BC Transit passes, travel and accommodation, cell phones and plans, and more

Hybrid Work Model
This position is located in our Victoria, BC office. You will have the opportunity to work part of the time on-campus and part of the time off-campus.

Guidelines and requirements for in-office presence are determined by operational need and vary according to the unique needs of each business area.

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The opportunity:

We are seeking a
Communications Specialist to join our team in
VICTORIA, British Columbia, Canada.

Are you a communications professional with a passion for client service delivery, telling meaningful stories and enhancing employee experiences? As a Communications Specialist you will be part of a team that plays a key role in creating plans, strategies and content for effective and consistent employee communications and managing digital communications channels and publishing.

You will contribute to building a positive community, encourage and empower employee feedback and participation, influence culture change and promote connection and alignment with our strategic plan, purpose, and values.

This internal communications role is responsible for researching, writing, editing, and contributing to products such as communication plans, articles, newsletters, and other digital communications products, providing client support and services, and facilitating editorial schedules.

You have expertise in plain language writing skills and editing, and the ability to translate news, policies, initiatives and change into impactful content to ensure employees are well-informed and engaged.

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What do you need to succeed?:

Must have**- Bachelor's degree or diploma in a related field (Communications, Journalism, English, Public Relations etc.). An equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered.

Minimum 2 years demonstrated experience in a combination of the following. Preference may be given to applicants with 3 or more years of experience.
Planning and executing corporate internal communications plans in a large organization generating engagement.
Collaborating with clients or project teams to assess communications requirements and measuring the effectiveness of communications campaigns, plans, channels, and deliverables.
Coordinating, researching, writing, and editing a variety of communications materials for a variety of audiences in a professional environment.
Using Adobe Suite of products.
Producing content across print, web, and other digital channels.

Nice
to
have

Experience managing projects using project management methodologies, responding to changing priorities and meeting demanding deadlines is preferred.
Experience working with MS SharePoint communications and/or collaboration sites, HTML, WordPress is preferred.
Experience working with digital content management systems is preferred.
Experience with employee engagement platforms, tools or channels used to engage employees (e.g. google analytics, customer forums) is preferred.
Experience using change management methodologies (example: PROCSI) to identify impacts, engage with stakeholders, and influence behaviour change is preferred.