communications officer - Umiujaq, QC - Administration régionale Kativik

Description

The Kativik Regional Government (KRG), a supramunicipal body with jurisdiction over the territory located north of the 55th parallel, is now looking for a self-motivated and dynamic individual interested in joining the KRG to work in the capacity of: Communications Officer (Permanent full-time position) Reporting to the Coordinator of the Communications Section, the Communications Officer is responsible for developing and implementing a communications strategy and plans, as well as liaising with the media. More specifically, the Communications Officer is responsible for the following: Coordinate relations with the media; Assist in coordinating the KRG's strategic communication, both external and internal; Prepare, implement, and manage communications plans for programs and the KRG's Departments; Develop and coordinate public relations plans with government and regional organizations; Coordinate the KRG relations with the general public; Design and implement a KRG branding and communications strategy; Draft briefing notes, speeches, and media documents; Plan and carry out public relations projects in cooperation with the Departments; Assist the Director and the Coordinator with any other related responsibilities. The selected candidate must meet the following qualifications: Bachelor's degree in communications or in a related field; A technical background in those fields combined with work experience and relevant achievements could be considered as an equivalent; Minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in public relations; Solid leadership skills and demonstrated resourcefulness; Strong capacity to understand and manage situations that develop and change quickly and to synthesize relevant information; Excellent analytical skills; Excellent interpersonal skills; Written and oral working knowledge of at least two (2) of the following languages: Inuktitut, English, and French. Place of employment: Kuujjuaq, Quebec Salary: Min. $52,481 – Max. $89,256 yearly Benefits: Cost of living differential $8,500 annually (minimum); Food allowance: $4,216 annually (minimum); Annual leave trips: Maximum 3 trips per year, per person; Pension fund: 6.25% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution; Group insurance; Vacation: 20 days/year; Statutory holidays: 20 days, including 10 during Christmas. The KRG is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with this and with the James Bay and Northern Québec Agreement , conditions may vary to promote the employment of Inuit candidates. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.