Communication Specialist - Ottawa, Canada - EQUANS Services Inc.

EQUANS Services Inc.

Verified Company

Ottawa, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Summary

The individual will be responsible for promoting and informing stakeholders about a historic and Innovative Energy network conversion project in Canada's National Capital Region.

As such, the individual will act as a project spokesperson and shall be responsible for any public communications, particularly media communications, and communications to the public relating to the project.

This includes establishing and maintaining relationships with stakeholders such as our partners, building occupants, media, community, and public interest groups.

Description

Act as project spokesperson and respond to requests for information from the media or stakeholders;
Implement and update existing communications strategy and plans to maintain favourable public and internal stakeholders' views of the project and its objectives.
Coordinate and participate in the production of promotional and support material and other communications tools in accordance with production timelines.
Plan and organize events (press conferences, public consultations, townhall meetings, etc.)
Develop presentations and materials for various stakeholders.
Write press releases and other media communications in both official languages.
Liaise with and support government representatives on technical aspects of the project and other communications initiatives.
Oversee management of project specific websites

Requirements:

Authorized to work in Canada;
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in communication, public relations, media relations, or related field;
35 years of related experience
Good understanding of Canadian Government Energy and Sustainability objectives
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Bilingualism is required (English and French, written and spoken)
Experience handling a press conference, liaising with media, and organizing public consultations.
Ability to think both creatively and strategically.
Understanding and experience working with social media.

Skills

Deadlineoriented
Creative
Able to effectively manage stress
Quick and enthusiastic learner.

What Equans offers you

Group insurance upon your hire;
A bonus program;
A pension plan;
Thirteen (13) statutory holidays;
Worklife balance;
We believe in the importance of diversity and inclusion.

Equal employment opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

Comment
Does this challenge interest you? We would like to get to know you and we thank everyone who applies.

Type d'emploi :
Temps plein, Permanent

Salaire : 70 000,00$ à 90 000,00$ par an

Avantages: