About the role
Title: Communications officer – Communications
Employee Working Location: Partially Virtual / Hybrid
Employment Status: Permanent Full-time
The Canadian Red Cross (Red Cross) – an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. As a Canada’s Best Employers 2026, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment.
In this role, you will
Support on identified client group portfolios. Support and coordinates the implementation of national communications plans in support of domestic and international operations. Support the production of national communications products and publications (e.g. brochures, guides, presentations, videos, speeches). Write and edit national communications materials as required. Support the creation and dissemination of messaging. Support the creation of engaging and compelling content, both written and visual, for various communication channels while ensuring consistency with the organization's brand voice and messaging. Provide support for on-call as required.
What we are looking for
Qualifications include a minimum of 2-4 years of experience and a 3-year college diploma or university degree and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to identify and resolve issues, by applying standard procedures and functional or organizational knowledge. Communication skills, diplomacy and empathy to interpret information and deliver advice, clarify client or stakeholder needs, offer solutions, and resolve escalations in new or somewhat sensitive situations. Proficient in Microsoft 365 tools (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) to support communication, collaboration, and document management.
Please share a copy of your cover letter upon application submission
Working conditions
As we work with and support people (managers, colleagues, beneficiaries/customers, volunteers, donors and external partners) and communities in Canada and around the world, applicants whose first language is not English may be required to perform the responsibilities of the role in English. Eligibility to work in Canada: At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for. Refer to our FAQ for more information. If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).
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About Canadian Red Cross
The Canadian Red Cross is part of the largest humanitarian network in the world, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
We help people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and support them in strengthening their resilience.
Emergencies The Canadian Red Cross mobilizes its vast network of volunteers to assist when a disaster strikes, working in support of government to deliver relief to impacted communities and people. The Canadian Red Cross also contributes to international disaster responses by raising funds, as well as deploying resources and trained aid workers to support the local Red Cross.
Prevention and safety Through first aid training and water safety programming, the Canadian Red Cross helps Canadians be better equipped to prevent and treat injuries at home and in the workplace, as well as how to be safe in and around the water.
Capacity building The Canadian Red Cross provides support to Red Cross societies around the world to build capacity to be better able to able to respond to crises.
Community health The Canadian Red Cross delivers services to promote community health, in partnership with provincial governments.
Fundamental Principles Our network is vast, but our approach is simple. All Red Cross programs and activities are guided by the Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary service, Unity and Universality.
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About the role
Title: Communications officer – Communications
Employee Working Location: Partially Virtual / Hybrid
Employment Status: Permanent Full-time
The Canadian Red Cross (Red Cross) – an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. As a Canada’s Best Employers 2026, we are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free work environment.
In this role, you will
Support on identified client group portfolios. Support and coordinates the implementation of national communications plans in support of domestic and international operations. Support the production of national communications products and publications (e.g. brochures, guides, presentations, videos, speeches). Write and edit national communications materials as required. Support the creation and dissemination of messaging. Support the creation of engaging and compelling content, both written and visual, for various communication channels while ensuring consistency with the organization's brand voice and messaging. Provide support for on-call as required.
What we are looking for
Qualifications include a minimum of 2-4 years of experience and a 3-year college diploma or university degree and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to identify and resolve issues, by applying standard procedures and functional or organizational knowledge. Communication skills, diplomacy and empathy to interpret information and deliver advice, clarify client or stakeholder needs, offer solutions, and resolve escalations in new or somewhat sensitive situations. Proficient in Microsoft 365 tools (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams) to support communication, collaboration, and document management.
Please share a copy of your cover letter upon application submission
Working conditions
As we work with and support people (managers, colleagues, beneficiaries/customers, volunteers, donors and external partners) and communities in Canada and around the world, applicants whose first language is not English may be required to perform the responsibilities of the role in English. Eligibility to work in Canada: At this time, we welcome applications from candidates eligible to work in Canada. If you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada, we encourage you to carefully review your visa to find out whether you are eligible to work in the job you are considering applying for. Refer to our FAQ for more information. If you are selected for this role, you will be required to complete a successful pre-employment screening process which includes a satisfactory Enhanced Police Information Check (E-PIC).
Not the right fit? Search for Communications officer jobs in Canada
About Canadian Red Cross
The Canadian Red Cross is part of the largest humanitarian network in the world, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
We help people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and support them in strengthening their resilience.
Emergencies The Canadian Red Cross mobilizes its vast network of volunteers to assist when a disaster strikes, working in support of government to deliver relief to impacted communities and people. The Canadian Red Cross also contributes to international disaster responses by raising funds, as well as deploying resources and trained aid workers to support the local Red Cross.
Prevention and safety Through first aid training and water safety programming, the Canadian Red Cross helps Canadians be better equipped to prevent and treat injuries at home and in the workplace, as well as how to be safe in and around the water.
Capacity building The Canadian Red Cross provides support to Red Cross societies around the world to build capacity to be better able to able to respond to crises.
Community health The Canadian Red Cross delivers services to promote community health, in partnership with provincial governments.
Fundamental Principles Our network is vast, but our approach is simple. All Red Cross programs and activities are guided by the Fundamental Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary service, Unity and Universality.