Communications Specialist - Toronto, Canada - University Health Network

University Health Network

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Toronto, Canada

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Description

Communications Specialist

Job Posting #:929393

Union:
Non-union

Site:
Toronto Western Hospital

Department:
Krembil Research Institute

Reports to:
Manager, Communications

Hours:37.5 hours per week

Salary:
$74, $93, annually. To commensurate with experience and consistent with UHN compensation policy

Status:
Permanent Full-time

Posted Date:
March 14, 2024

Closing Date:
March 28, 2024

The University Health Network, where "above all else the needs of patients come first", encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education.

The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education.

With a long tradition of ground breaking firsts and a purpose of "Transforming lives and communities through excellence in care, discovery and learning", the University Health Network (UHN), Canada's largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers.

UHN is a caring, creative place where amazing people are amazing the world.

The Krembil Research Institute at University Health Network (UHN) is the research arm of Toronto Western Hospital.

Our research focuses on the development of diagnostics, treatments and management strategies in the following three program areas:

Brain and spine disorders, such as Alzheimer's and dementia, Parkinson's, stroke, epilepsy, spinal cord injuries, dementia, concussion, brain cancer, pain and depression

Bone and joint disorders, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, and ankylosing spondylitis

Eye disorders, such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and retinopathy

Our goal is to be one of the top five research institutes, worldwide.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Communications, this role is a unique opportunity to use your creative skills, strategic communications expertise and passion for science to help translate important discoveries into engaging, digestible content for those living with brain, arthritis and vision diseases & disorders.

We are looking for a team member who is goal-oriented and self-motivated, and who will connect respectfully and meaningfully with scientists, clinicians, learners and staff, as well as external partners, including advocacy organizations and journalists.

The Communications Specialist will be responsible for planning, developing and implementing original, high quality and compelling content to support Krembil's priorities.

As an integral part of the Communications team, they will lead a full scope of communications activities, helping to promote programs, events and/or initiatives that support Krembil's vision, purpose and goals.

Duties:

Research, write, film and edit a variety of content, including: articles, videos and social media posts that advance awareness about Krembil's mission and mandate
Oversee and support Krembil's content strategy
Build strong relationships with partners, including scientists, clinicians, students and staff, to gather relevant content and drive communications activities
Provide a full range of communications support for media relations, content strategy, digital marketing/analytics, graphic design, news writing and internal and external communications
Support research and content planning for projects, including podcasts and events
Oversee and manage Krembil's social media channels
Work within the brand guidelines and writing style guide to champion the brand, ensuring quality and consistency
Collaborate closely with web, digital and design leads (both inhouse and external suppliers) for communications and marketing projects

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or equivalent work experience
A minimum of 2 years of related communications experience is required
35 years of related communications and digital marketing experience is preferred
Expertise in filming & editing video (e.g., using Final Cut or Adobe Premier)
Graphic design skills, including experience with Adobe Creative Suite and Canva
Excellent writing, researching, reviewing and editing skills, with the ability to compose internal and external communications for all media and audiences
Highlevel experience using social media in a corporate environment, and knowledge of social media analytics to inform campaigns and decisionmaking
Strong knowledge and experience creating dynamic content for a variety of platforms
Strong projectmanagement and leadership skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to facilitate solid working relations