Communications Officer - Summer Relief
Top Benefits
About the role
Position ID:
J0226-0887
Competition No.:
26-21
Job Title:
Communications Officer - Summer Relief
Job Type:
Co-op Student
Open Positions:
1
Job Location:
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Work From Home Eligible:
Yes
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
Date Posted:
March 9, 2026
Closing Date:
March 30, 2026
##About the Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba
The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) serves workers and employers through a no-fault insurance system integral to the Manitoba economy. With approximately 600 employees, the WCB is dedicated to ensuring and supporting safe and healthy workplaces.
We put workers and employers at the centre of everything we do, providing services for injury prevention, compensation and facilitating return to health and work. Through SAFE Work Manitoba, a division of the WCB, we collaborate with our partners to build a strong culture of workplace safety and health by preventing injuries and illnesses before they occur.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives, we invite you to join our dedicated team and contribute to a safer Manitoba.
##Why work for us?
If you’re looking to make a real difference in your community, grow your career and work in a supportive, inclusive environment, the WCB is the place for you. We offer:
- competitive wages
- compressed work week and flexible start times
- defined benefit pension plan
- 100% employer-paid benefits
- work from home program
- paid professional development
- health and wellness spending accounts
- paid mental health and wellness days
- staff appreciation and recognition events
- respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace culture
Apply today and see why we’re one ofManitoba's Top Employers.
##Job Summary
The Communications Officer is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of communication programs in support of organizational initiatives. The Communications Officer provides public relations counsel and support to the organization and maintains understanding, acceptance and cooperation between the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) and its stakeholders.
##Job Duties:
Develops, executes and evaluates communications and public relations strategies in support of WCB goals and initiatives.
Researches, writes and edits publications, news releases, articles, letters and speeches, including material provided to the Minister’s office and/or other government bodies.
Oversees and edits the work of other contributors to internal and external publications and other written projects.
Manages and coordinates all layout and design of WCB literature and graphic displays created by external vendors.
Provides communication counselling/advice and support to other WCB departments, committees and specific external stakeholders.
Performs specific layout and design internally (publications, presentations, signs, documents).
Organizes and co-ordinates special events including open houses, trade shows, seminars and workshops; manages and coordinates WCB staff in trade shows and speaking engagements.
Manages, edits and coordinates the official WCB web site.
Makes presentations to internal and external audiences/stakeholders.
Acts as a liaison to stakeholders, internal staff and the media to ensure accurate exchange of information.
Responsible for maintenance and integrity of WCB graphic standards and styles.
Responsible for WCB photography.
Establishes and maintains contacts within the print, design, advertising and Internet industries to ensure quality/cost effectiveness.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
##Qualifications:
Current student returning to Creative Communications program at Red River College in the fall of 2026
Completed one year of a post secondary diploma in Creative Communications, with specific training in public relations, advertising and journalism
Six months experience in a journalism and/or public relations environment
Demonstrated ability to use a personal computer and software in a Windows environment including working knowledge of the Internet
Well developed desktop publishing and photography skills
Superior oral and written communication skills including business writing, journalism, newspaper or magazine writing, advertising copy writing, technical writing, press release/press kit writing, plain language writing and speech writing
Ability to understand and explain complex information and concepts
Excellent layout and design skills
##Additional Information
Summer Term from approximately April 27, 2026 to August 28, 2026.
Ability to communicate proficiently in both official languages (English & French) is an asset.
A satisfactory criminal record check and verification of education will be required for the successful candidate.
The WCB is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce with equitable representation of Indigenous persons, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ persons and members of other equity-seeking groups. Applicants are encouraged to indicate in their covering letter or resumé if they are a member of these groups.
The WCB recognizes that individuals may face barriers that hinder their full and equal participation in the workplace, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to all employees and candidates who are or may be disabled by one or more barriers in the workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
The Workers Compensation Board promotes safety and health in Manitoba workplaces and aims to help prevent and reduce the occurrence of workplace injuries and disease. Working with its partners, the WCB promotes safe and healthy workplaces, facilitates recovery and return to work, provides compassionate and supportive compensation services for workers and employers, and ensures responsible financial stewardship.
WCBdoes encompasses what it means to work at the WCB. The WCB is proud to have employee benefits and programs that support financial and personal security, foster health and well-being, encourage involvement and support growth as an individual and member of the WCB community. The four categories of WCBdoes include: Security, Wellness, Engagement and Growth.
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About Worker's Compensation Board of Manitoba
The workers compensation system is an injury and disability insurance system for workers and employers, paid for by employers.
The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba was founded in 1916 with the passing of The Workers Compensation Act and officially opened in 1917. The program is the result of a Canadian compromise struck in the early twentieth century and maintained to this day – injured workers gave up the right to sue their employers in exchange for guaranteed no-fault benefits in the event of a work related injury or illness, and employers agreed to pay for the system, in exchange for protection against lawsuits.
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Communications Officer - Summer Relief
Top Benefits
About the role
Position ID:
J0226-0887
Competition No.:
26-21
Job Title:
Communications Officer - Summer Relief
Job Type:
Co-op Student
Open Positions:
1
Job Location:
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Work From Home Eligible:
Yes
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
Date Posted:
March 9, 2026
Closing Date:
March 30, 2026
##About the Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba
The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba (WCB) serves workers and employers through a no-fault insurance system integral to the Manitoba economy. With approximately 600 employees, the WCB is dedicated to ensuring and supporting safe and healthy workplaces.
We put workers and employers at the centre of everything we do, providing services for injury prevention, compensation and facilitating return to health and work. Through SAFE Work Manitoba, a division of the WCB, we collaborate with our partners to build a strong culture of workplace safety and health by preventing injuries and illnesses before they occur.
If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives, we invite you to join our dedicated team and contribute to a safer Manitoba.
##Why work for us?
If you’re looking to make a real difference in your community, grow your career and work in a supportive, inclusive environment, the WCB is the place for you. We offer:
- competitive wages
- compressed work week and flexible start times
- defined benefit pension plan
- 100% employer-paid benefits
- work from home program
- paid professional development
- health and wellness spending accounts
- paid mental health and wellness days
- staff appreciation and recognition events
- respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace culture
Apply today and see why we’re one ofManitoba's Top Employers.
##Job Summary
The Communications Officer is responsible for the development, implementation and evaluation of communication programs in support of organizational initiatives. The Communications Officer provides public relations counsel and support to the organization and maintains understanding, acceptance and cooperation between the Workers Compensation Board (WCB) and its stakeholders.
##Job Duties:
Develops, executes and evaluates communications and public relations strategies in support of WCB goals and initiatives.
Researches, writes and edits publications, news releases, articles, letters and speeches, including material provided to the Minister’s office and/or other government bodies.
Oversees and edits the work of other contributors to internal and external publications and other written projects.
Manages and coordinates all layout and design of WCB literature and graphic displays created by external vendors.
Provides communication counselling/advice and support to other WCB departments, committees and specific external stakeholders.
Performs specific layout and design internally (publications, presentations, signs, documents).
Organizes and co-ordinates special events including open houses, trade shows, seminars and workshops; manages and coordinates WCB staff in trade shows and speaking engagements.
Manages, edits and coordinates the official WCB web site.
Makes presentations to internal and external audiences/stakeholders.
Acts as a liaison to stakeholders, internal staff and the media to ensure accurate exchange of information.
Responsible for maintenance and integrity of WCB graphic standards and styles.
Responsible for WCB photography.
Establishes and maintains contacts within the print, design, advertising and Internet industries to ensure quality/cost effectiveness.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
##Qualifications:
Current student returning to Creative Communications program at Red River College in the fall of 2026
Completed one year of a post secondary diploma in Creative Communications, with specific training in public relations, advertising and journalism
Six months experience in a journalism and/or public relations environment
Demonstrated ability to use a personal computer and software in a Windows environment including working knowledge of the Internet
Well developed desktop publishing and photography skills
Superior oral and written communication skills including business writing, journalism, newspaper or magazine writing, advertising copy writing, technical writing, press release/press kit writing, plain language writing and speech writing
Ability to understand and explain complex information and concepts
Excellent layout and design skills
##Additional Information
Summer Term from approximately April 27, 2026 to August 28, 2026.
Ability to communicate proficiently in both official languages (English & French) is an asset.
A satisfactory criminal record check and verification of education will be required for the successful candidate.
The WCB is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce with equitable representation of Indigenous persons, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, women, 2SLGBTQ+ persons and members of other equity-seeking groups. Applicants are encouraged to indicate in their covering letter or resumé if they are a member of these groups.
The WCB recognizes that individuals may face barriers that hinder their full and equal participation in the workplace, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to all employees and candidates who are or may be disabled by one or more barriers in the workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
The Workers Compensation Board promotes safety and health in Manitoba workplaces and aims to help prevent and reduce the occurrence of workplace injuries and disease. Working with its partners, the WCB promotes safe and healthy workplaces, facilitates recovery and return to work, provides compassionate and supportive compensation services for workers and employers, and ensures responsible financial stewardship.
WCBdoes encompasses what it means to work at the WCB. The WCB is proud to have employee benefits and programs that support financial and personal security, foster health and well-being, encourage involvement and support growth as an individual and member of the WCB community. The four categories of WCBdoes include: Security, Wellness, Engagement and Growth.
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Not the right fit? Search for Communications Officer jobs in Winnipeg, MB
About Worker's Compensation Board of Manitoba
The workers compensation system is an injury and disability insurance system for workers and employers, paid for by employers.
The Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba was founded in 1916 with the passing of The Workers Compensation Act and officially opened in 1917. The program is the result of a Canadian compromise struck in the early twentieth century and maintained to this day – injured workers gave up the right to sue their employers in exchange for guaranteed no-fault benefits in the event of a work related injury or illness, and employers agreed to pay for the system, in exchange for protection against lawsuits.