Internal Communications Advisor

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Western Economic Diversification Canada (WD) is looking for an Internal Communications Advisor to join our team. If you are innovative, creative and a person who wants to make a difference, show us what you've got!

Duties

The Communications Advisor will work as part of a diverse and dynamic communications team within WD that works closely with policy and program areas to:

• develop communication strategies that raise knowledge and awareness of our organization, demonstrate results, and link objectives to compelling results and outcomes;
• develop innovative internal communication practices and activities;
•effectively manage relationships with other government organizations at all levels, external stakeholders, communities and partners;
• facilitate events and activities that advance the objectives of WD at all levels; and
• collaborate and coordinate media relation activities to promote our organizations strategic investments that strengthen Western Canada’s innovation system and a competitive and expanded business sector in Western Canada.

Work environment

WD promotes the development and diversification of the economy of Western Canada and advances the interests of the West in national economic policy. Our initiatives contribute to:

1. A strengthened western Canadian innovation system (Innovation) and a competitive and expanded business sector in Western Canada (Business Development and Entrepreneurship); and

2. Economically viable communities in Western Canada with a high quality of life (Community Economic Development).
These priorities are consistent with the Government of Canada's long-term economic plan to improve business competitiveness. For more information on Western Economic Diversification Canada, please visit www.wd-deo.gc.ca .

Intent of the process

We intend to fill one permanent full-time position through this process. A pool of qualified candidates may be created for similar vacancies of various tenures and could be shared with Government of Canada organizations.

WD is always on the lookout for amazing talent. If this sounds like your right opportunity to shine, we want to hear from you.

Positions to be filled: 1

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

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

Graduation with a degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in communications, journalism or a field relevant to the position or an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Degree equivalency

Recent* and significant** experience providing communications advice and services.

Experience writing communication products, including communication strategies, events and creative materials for internal and external audiences.

Recent experience in planning events and providing related logistical support to a senior official (such as a Minister, Member of Parliament or senior management).

*Recent within the last three (3) years.
**Significant is understood to mean the depth and breadth of experience normally associated with having performed a broad range of complex, related activities for a minimum of two (2) years.

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

English essential

Information on language requirements

Knowledge of modern and innovative internal communication practices, initiatives and tactics.
Knowledge of regional economic development issues in the West.

• Demonstrating integrity and respect
• Thinking things through
• Working effectively with others
• Showing initiative and being action-oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines, while dealing with conflicting priorities.
Ability to interpret complex information and communicate it clearly in a fashion appropriate to the specific audience.
Ability to edit and proofread communications products for grammar and content.
Ability to write web content and utilize programs such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Premiere, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign.

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

Experience in managing the development and production of web-based multimedia and print publications.
Experience working in internal communications for any level of government.

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance

Willingness to travel and work overtime on short notice, including on weekends as required.
Must possess a current and valid driver’s licence.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

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