C&W Communications Officer

• As a fully contributing member of a high-performing team, this role supports the development and implementation of consistent and high-quality communication materials for the Health Promotiona dn Health Literacy team at BC Children’s Hospital, as appropriate.
• Works collaboratively with broader PHSA communications team members to contribute to centralized, coordinated and proactive editorial planning across all internal and external communication platforms.
• Liaises with all levels of PHSA staff and leaders to research and write materials such as media releases, backgrounders, fact sheets, Q&A documents, issues notes and other communications materials to support brand reputation management.
• Develops, writes and edits a broad range of communication materials, including web materials, newsletter articles, brochures, displays, speeches, memos, social media content, and presentations.
• Liaises with communications counterparts from other health authorities, the Ministry of Health, provincial and federal agencies, and other key partners to facilitate requests for information and to collaborate with partners on joint initiatives and events.
• Participates in the PHSA media on-call roster. Acts as initial contact for media inquiries and provides support as required for media and other events, where assigned.

• A level of education, training and experience equivalent to an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline such as a degree in Journalism, Public Relations or Communications, combined with at least five years of experience in a communications role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills (verbal and written); solid business and feature story writing skills; proficiency in media relations, organizational communication, including communication planning, evaluation (such as interpreting metrics) and digital engagement practices (such as social media campaigns) are required.
• Recent training/experience related to DEI and Cultural Safety is a strong asset for this role.
• The ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive issues with skill, tact and diplomacy is important as is excellent decision-making skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team; and flexibility to reprioritize quickly to meet changing priorities.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Creative Suite, database and web-based content management programs.

• Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
• As a strong asset for consideration, we are looking for our successful candidate to have: Knowledge of social, economic, political and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).

• Join one of BC’s largest employers with province-wide programs, services and operations – offering vast opportunities for growth, development, and recognition programs that honour the commitment and contribution of all employees.
• Access to professional development opportunities through our in-house training programs, including +2,000 courses, such as our San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training course, or Core Linx for Leadership roles.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
• Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
• PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
• Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.

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