Advisor, Communications

Ontario Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage from day one

Wellness spending accounts

Defined-benefit pension plan

Vacation entitlement

Personal days and floating days

Learning and career development

Inclusive, values-driven workplace

Communities of Inclusion

Job summary

Ontario Health is seeking a Communications Advisor to lead integrated communications plans and content across corporate initiatives. You will work with internal stakeholders to ensure clear messaging and impactful materials for executives and teams throughout Ontario.

Responsibilities include governance document support, event planning, and contributing to the corporate narrative. This role emphasizes collaboration, strategic storytelling, and strong writing/editing skills within a large

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations/marketing or a related field.
• Minimum 5+ years of communications or related work experience.
• Experience in corporate/internal communications at a large-scale organization; public sector experience preferred.
• Excellent understanding of communication principles, processes and stakeholder relations.
• Strong writer and editor, with ability to craft engaging content for a wide variety of audiences.

Responsibilities

• Develop and monitor integrated communications plans and content development strategies that support the Ontario Health mandate and annual objectives.
• Collaborate with internal partners to deliver messaging, speaking notes, presentations and web copy with a consistent voice.
• Lead content development and editing of governance documents and key corporate communications materials.
• Support planning and production of large internal events and cross-team communications initiatives.
• Share best practices and provide guidance across the organization in a fast-paced, complex environment.

Skills

Writing

Editing

Communication planning

Project management

Stakeholder relations

Storytelling

Collaboration

Influence

AI tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications/public relations/marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

CoPilot

Outlook

Job description

At Ontario Health, we are committed to developing a strong organizational culture that connects and inspires all team members across the province.

Our vision is that together, we will be a leader in health and wellness for all.

Our mission is to connect the health system to drive improved and equitable health outcomes, experiences and value.

How we work together is reflected through our five values: integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility and care.

What Ontario Health offers:

At Ontario Health, your growth and well‑being aren't just supported—they’re celebrated every step of the way. Here, you have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while shaping a fulfilling and sustainable career.

• Comprehensive health coverage from day one, with fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits to support you and your family's health
• Flexible health care or wellness spending accounts, plus an inclusive program to support your overall well‑being
• A premium defined benefit pension plan, ensuring long-term financial security
• Competitive vacation entitlement that encourages time to rest and recharge
• Three personal days and two float days annually, providing added flexibility to support work‑life balance, in addition to vacation days
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities designed to help you grow, advance, and thrive in your profession
• A collaborative, values‑driven workplace where integrity, care, humility, inspiration, and tenacity shape everything we do
• Opportunities to participate in Communities of Inclusion, fostering belonging, equity, and the sharing of diverse perspectives across our team

The Communications Advisor, working within Corporate & Internal Communications, is responsible for developing and implementing multi-faceted communications plans and outreach activities to broaden awareness and support for key strategic and operational priorities and objectives at Ontario Health. Working closely with internal stakeholders, the position also contributes to a better understanding of health care policy and delivery contexts to ensure the value, the relevance and utility of our communications products and vehicles.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and monitor/measure integrated communications plans and content development strategies that support and align with the overall Ontario Health mandate, Annual Business Plan and operational objectives.
• Support the development and finalization of key corporate governance documents including the Annual Business Plan and Annual Report, leading the project management of content collection and editing, aligned to Ontario Health standards and writing guidelines.
• Create high‑quality communication strategies and ensure key deliverables are achieved and measured, including the writing and editing of communication plans, materials, presentation content and web copy – ensuring a brand appropriate and consistent tone and voice.
• Build strong supportive relationships with internal business and portfolio partners for effective communications delivery; share communications best practices and handle tactical assignments with a detail‑oriented sense of urgency in a fast‑paced but complex environment.
• Work with internal business partners to determine corporate communications priorities, manage communications specific workflows and deliver multiple communications initiatives effectively and on time, applying sound judgment and prioritization skills.
• Act as a subject matter expert in communications, based on best practice learnings, and provide expertise and advice across the organization to ensure products, information, guidance and resources are widely available, known and utilized.
• Develop a strong understanding of health care issues in Ontario in order to inform communications strategies.
• Work alongside other communication team members to support goals and objectives related to projects and initiatives.
• Support the planning and production of large internal events.
• Other duties may be assigned within the scope of this position.

Here is what you will need to be successful:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations/marketing or a related field with experience developing communication plans for corporate project and initiatives
• Minimum 5+ years of communications or related work experience
• Experience working in corporate or internal communications at a large-scale organization, public sector experience preferred
• Experience working in project teams to deliver on communications plans and strategies
• Health care experience would be an asset
• Excellent understanding of communication principles, processes and stakeholder relations
• A strong writer and editor, specifically in preparing engaging content for a wide variety of target audiences and communications vehicles
• Communication planning and project management skills with an ability to work well with diverse teams with competing priorities across a complex organization
• High degree of collaboration and the ability to influence to achieve program/project objectives while protecting/enhancing the organizational brand
• Strong storytelling experience and aligning strategies to the overall corporate narrative
• Experience creating communications plans, strategies, key messaging, speaking notes, presentations and other communications products for programs or services
• Well versed in communications tools including how to effectively leverage AI
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently with Microsoft Office tools (Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, CoPilot and Outlook).
• Ability to work flexibly and with a high attention to detail to tight deadlines, under pressure, as part of a team
• Ability to multi-task and have good organizational and time management skills
• Sound judgement, discretion and decision‑making ability
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and experience to work across all levels
• Commitment to customer service
• Bilingualism is an asset

Location: Ontario Health (OH) welcomes applications from candidates across Ontario. Please note that this role follows an in‑office work model, requiring employees to work from a designated, approved Ontario Health location.

Job Details

Employment Type: Temporary + (Fixed Term) Full time Contract Length: 12 Month(s) Salary Band: Band 5 External Application Deadline Date: October 29, 2026

All applicants must be a resident of Ontario to be considered for roles at Ontario Health.

Ontario Health encourages applications from candidates who are First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous; Francophone; members of Black and racialized groups; 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; trans and nonbinary individuals; and people living with disabilities.

Ontario Health is an accessible employer, and we offer accommodation in all aspects of employment, including the recruitment process.

Ontario Health is the provincial agency responsible for ensuring Ontarians receive high-quality health care services where and when they need them. Since it was established in June 2019, Ontario Health has brought together the strengths of many existing health care organizations to work together to build a better health care system for all Ontarians. Building on the expertise and knowledge of our people, we are committed to applying the best of what we collectively do, and in partnership with others, to transform the health system and improve the quality and delivery of care for patients, families, and health care providers.