Communications Officer (Anticipatory)

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Please clearly indicate on your application which location(s) you are applying for.

Work environment

Would you describe yourself as a:
• Brilliant storyteller? check.
• Social media genius? check.
• Forward thinker? check.
• Multitasker extraordinaire? check.
• Spelling and grammar wizard? check.

If this sounds like you, you should apply to be a Communications Officer at Western Economic Diversification Canada. We are hiring motivated and creative professionals who are looking for an opportunity to further their career in communications. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, excellent writing abilities, and sharp attention to detail. A typical work day can be varied and fast-paced, so someone who is able to adapt to unexpected situations and can handle pressure well would be considered a right fit for the position.

Winnipeg, Manitoba:
The Communications unit in Winnipeg, Manitoba is seeking a bright, enthusiastic and highly competent individual who is motivated by providing a high level of service quality to and on behalf of Public Servants.

Ottawa, Ontario:
The Strategic Communications unit in Ottawa, Ontario, is looking for new talent to fill future positions. When opportunities arise and to manage volume, candidates will be selected from the anticipatory pool. If you’re looking for new challenges at an organization that cares about its employees, this may be your chance to be part of a small, but mighty, communications team at Western Economic Diversification Canada. In addition to the qualities listed above, this position will be a great fit for someone who is driven and experienced in managing communication activities, editing a wide range of communication products, and developing communications plans and strategies.

Intent of the process

This is an anticipatory process. The intent of the process is to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current and future position of various tenures (term and/or indeterminate).

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

Degree from a recognized post-secondary institution with an acceptable specialization in, Journalism, Communications or other field related to the position.

Note: At the manager's discretion, an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience, may serve as an alternative to the minimum education standard.

Degree equivalency

Experience in researching and writing a variety of communications products (such as, but not limited to, news releases, media lines, backgrounders, feature articles, as well as material for the Web and/or social media) in a deadline driven environment.
Experience in coordinating communications projects or public events.
Experience building and maintaining relationships with external partners and stakeholders.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

Various language requirements
Winnipeg, Manitoba: English Essential
Ottawa, Ontario: Bilingual Imperative (BBB/BBB)

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of the Government of Canada Policy on Communications and Federal Identity.
Knowledge of communications trends, techniques and practices used in coordinating and disseminating information.

Working Effectively with Others
Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
Showing Initiative and Being Action-Oriented
Thinking Things Through

Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written form.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, with tight deadlines and competing priorities.

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Experience in advising senior management.
Experience in developing communications plans and strategies in support of departmental priorities and initiatives.
Experience in creating graphic design products and producing visual media.
Depth, breadth and scope of experience in any one or combination of the experience qualifications used for screening.

In support of achieving a diversified workforce, consideration may be given to candidates self-identifying as belonging to one of the following Employment Equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Persons with a Disability, Visible Minorities, and Women.

Information on employment equity

Willing and able to travel.
Willing and able to work overtime on short notice.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Other information

Please identify clearly for which position(s) you are submitting an application.

You must provide proof of your education credentials.

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group.

The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.