Communications Specialist The Unity Health Centre for Global Collaboration in Acute Care Research was established in 2024 to catalyze and strengthen the international partnerships needed to advance acute care research. Arising out of activities that helped shape the international research response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Centre develops and coordinates programs that support greater national and international research collaboration. The Centre serves as the secretariat for the International Forum for Acute Care Trialists (InFACT; a global network of investigator-led acute care clinical trials groups), as the organizing hub for REMAP-CAP in Canada (an international platform trial that evaluated treatments for severe COVID-19), and other global initiatives.

We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Communications Specialist to lead the Centre’s communications initiatives. Reporting to the Centre’s Manager of Research Programs & Partnerships, the Communications Specialist is responsible for developing and implementing communications strategies for the Centre and its projects, such as InFACT and REMAP-CAP Canada. Working closely with Centre leadership and external stakeholders, this role manages content creation, social media, websites, newsletters, and event communications to ensure clear, consistent, and impactful messaging that advances the Centre’s mission and global partnerships.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that people in underrepresented communities are less likely to apply to jobs when they don’t meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building an inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still welcome you to apply. Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops and implements communications strategies to support the Centre’s initiatives.
• Provides communications advice and support to Centre staff, partners, and stakeholders on branding, messaging, and public engagement.
• Manages digital communications channels for the Centre and its projects (e.g., InFACT, REMAP-CAP), including social media, project websites, and email/newsletters.
• Creates and curates written and visual content for a range of platforms, including websites, newsletters, and campaigns.
• Monitors, evaluates, and reports on the effectiveness of communications activities using analytics and measurement tools.
• Works with partner organizations to extend the reach and impact of communications materials and campaigns.
• Supports the planning and delivery of events, including marketing materials, vendor coordination, logistics, and on-site execution.
• Collaborates with internal teams and external partners to ensure consistent, high-quality communications outputs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree/diploma in journalism, public relations, communications, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing communications strategies and campaigns.
• Experience managing multiple communications channels, including social media, websites, newsletters, and email communications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including content creation and copywriting.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience supporting events, including development of marketing materials and coordination of logistics.
• Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Google Workspace, newsletter software, and social media.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to maintain quality under pressure.
• Flexibility to accommodate meetings across time zones and occasional work outside regular business hours.
• Experience in research, healthcare, or global health communications is an asset.
• This position is a 12-month contract, with potential for renewal subject to future funding availability.

Unity Health Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We strive to provide a recruitment process that is barrier-free and in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We understand that you may require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process. When you are contacted, please inform the Talent Acquisition Specialist and we will work with you to meet your accommodation needs. We want to emphasize that all accommodation requests are handled with the utmost confidentiality, respecting your privacy and dignity.