Public Affairs Assistant - Toronto, Canada - Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA)

Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA)

Verified Company

Toronto, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

FSRA is guided by our vision of financial safety, fairness and choice for Ontarians. We achieve this by public service through dynamic, principles-based and outcomes-focused regulation. FSRA is committed to attracting and retaining exceptional people who bring energy, expertise, and experience.

This includes providing a comprehensive total rewards package that looks beyond compensation and takes into consideration those things that are important to employees:

High employee engagement scores with opportunity for growth, learning and development
Flexibility with a hybrid work model in an office designed for collaboration
Competitive benefits plan, including a Defined Benefit pension plan
Promoting wellness and fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected
Culture of giving back to our communities through charitable activities
Job Description:

Purpose of Position

Accountable for providing assistance to the Public Affairs team.

Key Responsibilities- Monitoring mainstream, regional, trade and multi-cultural media.- Monitoring various social media platforms.- Assists with writing articles that could be pitched to the media.- Assists with writing social media posts for various platforms.- Assists with writing video scripts as required.- Assists with writing FSRA web content as required.- Assists with writing communications plans as required.- Helps research and update the FSRA media contact list.- Helps research special days and updating the current list.- Helps with interview preparation.- Helps conduct research to support committee appearances and future events.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience- Currently enrolled in post-secondary school on a full-time basis and returning to full-time studies in September Enrolled in a college level public relations/corporate communications program is required.

Knowledge and Skills- Basic knowledge of communications theory and techniques, communications planning methods and practices, media organizations and media relations, and publication production techniques and methods.- Writing and editing skills to research and write accurate, clear, complete, and relevant articles, video scripts, web content, and other material.- Understanding of media research methods and practices. Collaboration skills to work effectively in a team environment.- Attention to detail and organizational skills to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to use discretion when dealing with confidential information.

Job Posting End Date:
07/30/2023

Job postings close at 11:59pm on the date noted.

Compensation Grade:
Student Level 2

Compensation Range:
$16.35

$16.35

Bargaining Unit:

OPSEU

Job Code:

Job Code:
STU2

Employment Type:
Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36.2- FSRA is committed to ensuring equity in employment.

Our goal is to create a diverse, inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to ensure our services and communications are accessible to all individuals.

Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.