Communications Advisor

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Victoria; On-site; CAD 76,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking a Communications Advisor to join the Royal Jubilee Hospital team in Victoria. The role focuses on developing strategic communications and engagement plans, creating tools, and improving information flow among staff and medical teams to advance Island Health objectives.

Reporting to the Manager/Director of Internal & Leadership Communications, you will collaborate across departments, manage projects, and ensure communications are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in communications or related field with 3–5 years of experience in organizational communications, including event planning and storytelling.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic communication and engagement plans and activities to support Island Health objectives.
• Work closely with managers and project teams to improve flow and quality of information to Island Health staff and medical staff, and other partners as required.
• Travel may be required and occasional evening/weekend assignments may occur; ensure safety, accessibility, and clarity in communications.

Skills

Strong verbal skills

Interpersonal skills

Editing and proofreading

Project coordination

Event planning

Independent worker

Public engagement

Graphic design knowledge

Knowledge of health care sector

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field

Job description

Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

No

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites may be required

Shift Start Time/End Time

0830-1630

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$39.03 - $56.11

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75.0

Planned Start Date

Dec. 14 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Dec. 10 2027

Pending Return of Incumbent

Yes

CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)

No

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager and/or Director, Internal & Leadership Communications, or to the designated Project/Program Director, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic communication and engagement plans and activities to support Island Health objectives. The Communications Advisor works closely with the Manager and/or Director and other members of the departmental team or project to develop strategies and tools to improve the flow and quality of information to Island Health staff and medical staff, and other partners as required.

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager and/or Director, Internal & Leadership Communications, or to the designated Project/Program Director, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic communication and engagement plans and activities to support Island Health objectives. The Communications Advisor works closely with the Manager and/or Director and other members of the departmental team or project to develop strategies and tools to improve the flow and quality of information to Island Health staff and medical staff, and other partners as required.

Travel may be a requirement of this position in addition to evening and weekend assignments. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and will require the use of a personal vehicle.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a related field such as communications, public relations, journalism or marketing/advertising plus three (3) to five (5) years' experience in organizational communications including experience in event planning and video storytelling. Valid BC Driver's License.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills
• Positive and enthusiastic team player with an ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse and creative team
• Excellent oral, writing, proofreading and editing skills
• Demonstrated, superior project coordination skills
• Excellent event planning ability
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to interact effectively with the public and internal and external partners
• Graphic design knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of the health care sector
• Ability to understand and apply technical and medical terminology
• Physical ability to carry out duties of the position

The salary range for this position is $76,111 (min) to $95,138 (midpoint) to $109,409 (max) per annum (based on 1 FTE). Salary placement is between min and midpoint, based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.