Communications Officer - Ottawa, Canada - Public Service Alliance of Canada

Public Service Alliance of Canada

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Ottawa, Canada

1 week ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Branch:

Communications, Political Action & Campaigns Branch

Employment Type:

Term up to twelve (12) months

Position Linguistic Designation:

Bilingual (English, French)

Position Global Linguistic Level:

B2

Salary:

$95, $107, $1,585.14 Bilingual Allowance (2021 rates)

Location:

Ottawa Headquarters

Search Area:

Internal; Membership; Public

Closing Date:
02/27/2023

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Communications Officer offers a broad range of advisory and support for communications services to the PSAC

QUALIFICATIONS:

_Education/Experience_:

Postsecondary diploma in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field is required, with a minimum of five years related experience. Prior experience working with a labour or political organization will be considered.

_Knowledge_:

Knowledge of the political and operational structure of the PSAC.
Knowledge of union and social issues.
Knowledge of issues affecting the union movement and PSAC members.
Knowledge of government decisionmaking and of the Canadian political system.
Knowledge of media relations including the ability to establish a working relationship with and influence members of the media.

_Abilities_:

Ability to assess and analyze in order to develop appropriate communication strategies.
Ability to conceptualize and design a variety of communication materials.
Ability to strategize in order to mobilize members into action.
Ability to plan and organize in order to meet deadlines.
Ability to edit for style and length and proofread French and English documents.

_Personal suitability_:

High degree of initiative, tact and good judgment.
Demonstrated commitment to union principles and social justice.

A full job description is available upon request
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NOTES:

The Public Service Alliance of Canada is committed to achieving and maintaining a representative workforce that ensures the full participation and advancement of traditionally under-represented groups.

Applications are encouraged from equity groups including women, racially visible persons, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, and two-spirit (LGBTQ2+) persons.