Position Details

Posting #: 33482
Department: Communications & Public Affairs
Employee Type: Regular, Full Time
If Temporary, Number of Weeks:
Union: Non-Union
Openings Remaining: 1
Reason for Posting: This position is for an existing vacancy.

Schedule

Work Days: Monday to Friday
Time of Day: Days
Shift: 7.5 hour
Shift Start: Hours are subject to change based on operational requirements.
This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown), West 5th Campus (Hamilton Mountain)

Application Dates

Opening Date: 05/02/2026
Closing Date: 12/02/2026 Applications must be received online by 12:00 midnight on the Closing Date

Position Description

Position Summary:

The senior communications advisor, research is part of the communications and public affairs team. With a minimum of five years of progressive experience in corporate communications or public relations, the senior communications advisor leads and executes coordinated, strategic, creative and timely communications, with a focus on communications that builds engagement and enhances the culture and values of St. Joe’s and the Research Institute of St. Joe’s. Working with a strong team approach, the successful candidate will be a strong writer, be able to provide strategic counsel, lead proactive and reactive communication campaigns and identify opportunities to showcase the work being done by researchers across St. Joseph’s Health System.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related program preferred, or a college diploma in a related field required
• Minimum five years of progressive experience working in public/media relations and communications and working with many stakeholders
• An understanding of the health care system is preferred
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and creative writing skills
• Detail oriented with strong analytical, planning and organizational skills essential
• Demonstrated ability to work well under pressure and manage tight deadlines with a positive attitude
• Must be comfortable working with team members and partners across various levels of the organization, including health professionals, researchers and administrators
• Excellent networking, research and analytical skills are required
• Must demonstrate comfort with digital technologies (digital newsletters, basic graphic design, social media, etc.) programs, website maintenance/administration,
  presentation programs such as PowerPoint)
• Must be able to work well both independently and as a part of a team

Responsibilities:

• Works cross-sectionally with leaders across the organization to advise on communications
• Stays abreast of the most current and progressive communication practices to determine new, engaging, and effective methods and tools to communicate to multiple
  audiences
• Works with communication leaders to coordinate cohesive communication plans to support brand and reputation of St. Joe’s
• Supporting the director and EVP of communications and public affairs, continuously scans the internal and external environment to identify potential risks to reputation and
  brand, and develops/advises on mitigation strategies, including advising leadership and developing communications/risk management plans
• Manage multiple projects at the same time while working on a deadline
• Develop relationships with researchers, health care professionals and leaders to develop content for internal and external audiences
• Support a research storytelling strategy, pitch research studies and innovations, and build relationships with media, ultimately building the brand and reputation of St. Joe’s
• Supports equity, diversity and inclusion in all communication projects
• Must be able to work on site in a hybrid capacity
• Other duties as assigned

St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is an equal opportunity employer and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all our programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of SJHH*.*

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHH is committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process.