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Our client is headquartered in Ottawa with many different regional offices located across Canada. There are well over 100,000 workers located across Canada and in various locations around the globe that are represented by their organization. Their members come from various industries, and they are very active and devoted to the well-being and advancement of their members. They are continuously working to achieve a compassionate and inclusive society free of discrimination. They are now seeking a reliable Labor Relations Specialist to join their HR Team responsible for providing advise on internal employee relations matters within their unionized environment.
As a Bilingual Communications Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in crafting and delivering impactful messaging that aligns with the organization’s goals. Your primary responsibilities will include writing, editing, and managing a variety of content, such as press releases, internal memos, external communications, policies, corporate documents, and web content. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency in tone and messaging across all platforms. This role requires you to develop clear, concise, and engaging content tailored to diverse audiences, often under tight deadlines. Additionally, you will manage communication channels, oversee updates to digital platforms, and ensure adherence to brand guidelines. A key aspect of the role is brainstorming and contributing to innovative communication strategies while maintaining a cohesive message that resonates internally and externally. Your expertise will also be vital in managing stakeholder relationships, supporting media outreach efforts, and enhancing the organization’s reputation through strategic communications.
The ideal candidate for the Communications Specialist role will have a post-secondary diploma in communications, public relations, journalism, or a related field, along with a minimum of five years of relevant experience. Previous experience working with a political or non-profit organization will be considered an asset. A deep understanding of the political and operational structure of a union and social issues, as well as the challenges facing the union movement and its members, is essential. The candidate should possess an understanding and interest in government decision-making processes, the Canadian political system, and media relations, including the ability to build and maintain relationships with media professionals. Exceptional abilities in assessing and analyzing to develop effective communication strategies are required, as is the ability to conceptualize, design, and execute diverse communication materials. Strong organizational and planning skills are necessary to meet deadlines, alongside proficiency in editing and proofreading documents in both English and French. This role demands a high degree of initiative, tact, and sound judgment. Candidates must demonstrate a personal commitment to union principles and social justice, as well as possess second-language skills.
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Contact us at afield@recruitinginmotion.ca to discuss how you can get on board this exciting opportunity.
