Temporary - Communications Associate - London, Canada - London Health Sciences Centre

London Health Sciences Centre

Verified Company

London, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

beBee Recruiter

Description

Posting Period:

Open:
March 21, 2024

Deadline:
April 3, 2024

Non Union

Department Name:

Communications and Public Engagement

The Communications Associate facilitates and strengthens LHSC's profile, reputation and communications objectives through the delivery of practice expertise in support of the professional activities carried out by the Communications and Public Engagement Department at London Health Sciences Centre.

Specifically, the position supports department leaders and staff in the creation of communications plans and tactics including research, writing, editing and evaluation in accordance with industry standards and best practices.

The position assists with the full range of PR activities in the department including communications planning, development of tactics, web publishing, social media and other web content, special projects and events, and related assignments in media relations, internal communications, publications, community/public relations, and measurement and evaluation activities.

Temporary Full-Time

Rate of Pay:
$31.36 per hour - $39.20 per hour

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours a week

Duration:
Up to August 2025

Qualifications:

Successful completion of a Degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Communications or as acceptable by the Hospital.
Undergraduate degree in an unrelated field, accompanied by postgraduate certificate in Public Relations/Communications may also be acceptable.
Minimum one (1) year recent, related experience
Effective time management, organization skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks with similar deadlines
Demonstrated ability to adapt to various work styles and demands and is able to receive direction from various individuals
Demonstrated skills and knowledge in PR and communications practice, including excellent writing skills
Demonstrated experience in planning, executing and measuring internal and external public engagement experiences, special events and VIP visits
Develops and maintains skills which promote leading edge public relations and communications practice
Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated advanced computer skills (Internet, Microsoft Office Suite, web publishing, etc.)
Demonstrated experience in research skills and evaluation methodologies for communications and public relations activities
Experience in social media, web development, and media tracking and reports
Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills and the ability to work in a respectful, cooperative team environment
Demonstrated ability in professional communications and public relations writing
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and analytically
Demonstrated practice and commitment to the principles of patient and family centered care
Demonstrated practice and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Mission, Vision and Values
Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis

Immunization Requirements:

Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis.
Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step) and COVID vaccine series.

As part of the assessment process applicants may be required to complete a written examination or test. Please be advised that an internal reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.