General Posting Information

POSITION:

Communications Assistant

DEPARTMENT:

Communications

CONDITIONS:

Casual

SHIFTS:

Days

7.5 Hours per shift

(Subject to change)

WAGE RANGE:

SCALE MINIMUM MAXIMUM

NONU $26.87/hr $32.57/hr

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research, write and edit communications materials for internal and external publications including graphic design and editing of video content.

• Support the management of hospital social media and web pages, ensuring all materials are aligned with established guidelines and assist with the management of the department’s mailbox.

• Support the organization and promotion of activities including interviews, town halls, press conferences and other public relations events in the hospital; assisting in drafting memos, announcements and updates for review as needed

• Other duties as may be operationally required

REQUIREMENTS:

• Enrolled into a college diploma or University degree in a related field (Public Relations, Journalism, Communication, Marketing, Professional Writing)

• Some related professional, co-op or volunteer experience.

• Experience in graphic design

• Required knowledge in WordPress, Microsoft 365, Canva, video editing and social media management tools.

• Portfolio of graphic design and video samples

PREFERRED:

• College diploma or University degree in a related field (Public Relations, Journalism, Communication, Marketing, Professional Writing)

• 1-2 years of related professional or volunteer experience.

• Preferred knowledge in HTML/CSS, SEO/SEM, Digital storytelling frameworks, Google Analytics, Hootsuite, Social Marketing Certification.

Please note that according to the Ontario Health and Queensway Carleton Hospital Vaccination Policy, all applicants must be fully vaccinated unless they can provide the proof of a valid medical contraindication or exemption on the basis of protected grounds under the Ontario Human Rights Code in order to be considered for any staff or volunteer opportunities. Upon hiring, applicants must provide the proof of either government issued documentation proving they have been fully vaccinated, or present supporting documentation of a valid medical contraindication or exemption under Ontario Human Rights Code.

Thank you for your continued interest in Queensway Carleton Hospital. We deeply value and celebrate the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging, as they are integral to the enrichment of our work environment. We believe that by fostering an inclusive and diverse community, we can achieve our mission of providing exceptional healthcare services to all individuals with compassion and respect. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our organization including, but not limited to women, racial or ethnic minorities, First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples, persons with Disabilities, and 2SLGBTQI+ communities.

At Queensway Carleton Hospital, we are committed to ensuring accessibility and accommodating the needs of all candidates throughout the entire selection process. Our dedicated recruitment team is readily available to assist individuals with any inquiries or concerns regarding accessibility and accommodations at any stage of our recruitment process. We invite you to reach out and let us know how we can best support you. We look forward to welcoming diverse talent into our team and continuing to make a positive impact in the lives of our patients and the communities we serve.