Communications and Engagement Advisor

at  City of Greater Sudbury

JOB DESCRIPTION

Section: Communications and Engagement
Division: Communications and Community Engagement
Department: Office of the Chief Administrative Officer
Initial Reporting Location: Tom Davies Square
Job Status: Limited Positions
Estimated Probable Duration: Up to Eighteen (18) Months
Affiliation: Inside Unit
Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly
Shift Work Required: n/a
Range of Pay: Group 13 - $35.72 to $43.71 per hour

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Successful completion of a College Diploma in communications, public relations, or related field.
• Training in website development and new media will be considered an asset.
• Professional accreditation an asset; Accredited Public relations (APR), Accredited Business Communicator (ABC).
• Over two and one-half (2½) years up to and including five (5) years of recent experience in the field of communications.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision with a high degree of exactness and with a collaborative approach.
• Excellent ability to use judgement, diplomacy, tact and collaborative project management skills.
• Strong professional relationship building and negotiation skills.
• Demonstrated focus on customer service.
• Adaptable in a fast-paced environment; ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment and accurately complete multiple assignments under tight deadlines.
• Strong and effective project management skills including clear tactical planning and commitment to achieving deliverables.
• Knowledge of computer software and administrative systems (e.g. word processing, spreadsheet applications, Adobe Acrobat, information input and retrieval), as well as hardware and related processes (e.g. graphic design, internet, content management system).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a highly political and complex environment.
• Ability to link client programs to broad policy objectives of the organization.
• Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent research and analytical skills as well as strong attention to detail.
• Knowledge of community and related issues.
• Knowledge of media and communication processes and procedures.
• Experience as a media spokesperson.
• Knowledge of new media platforms, their mechanics, functionalities, assets, drawbacks and applications.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• French language skills considered an asset.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• Physical capability to operate a vehicle safely, possession of a valid driver’s licence and an acceptable driving record, will be considered an asset.
  Competencies: Competency Library - Level 2 Proficiency (Individual Contributor)

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