Communications Consultant, Major Capital Projects

Vancouver Island Health Authority; Duncan; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) is seeking a Communications Consultant for Major Capital Projects. You will work on multi-site assignments across hospitals in Duncan and surrounding areas, delivering strategic communications to internal and external audiences and supporting project priorities.

The role emphasizes building partnerships, creating engaging materials, and navigating complex health service environments in British Columbia.

Qualifications

• University degree in communications, journalism, marketing or public administration plus 5+ years in internal comms and engagement
• Experience in healthcare communications preferred
• Ability to write for varied audiences across multiple channels

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic communications advice and execute initiatives for Island Health projects
• Develop partnerships with external agencies and program leaders
• Create marketing materials to raise awareness and understanding of the project in the community

Skills

Verbal communications

Written communications

Editing and web content management

Designing pamphlets/posters

Independent worker

Team player in fast-paced environments

Technical terminology explainability

Stakeholder liaison with internal/exte

Health services operations knowledge

Education

University degree in communications/marketing/public administration

Job description

Communications Consultant, Major Capital Projects - (237100)

Cowichan District Hospital (CDH) - Duncan, BC V9L 1E5 CA (Primary)
Duncan Norcross & Drinkwater Road (DNDR) - Duncan, BC V9L 6C5 CA
ZZZ*** --- DO NOT USE until mid 2027 - Quw'utsun Valley Hospital (QVH) - Duncan, BC V9L 6B7 CA

Work Area (FBA Only)

Multi-Site

Yes

Travel Requirement

Travel between multiple sites is a regular/on-going requirement

Shift Start Time/End Time

08:00-16:00

Days Off

Vacancy Type

Temp FT

Salary Range (Hourly Rate)

$46.55 - $66.91

Paid FTE

1.0

Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS

75

Planned Start Date

Oct. 26 2026

Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)

Apr. 1 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

Job Description

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 designated Director or designate, the Communications Consultant serves on a high performance team in a fast paced environment providing advice and delivering strategic communications initiatives to both internal and external audiences in support of the priorities, goals and objectives of Island Health and the designated project. The Communications Consultant develops partnerships and linkages with external agencies and program leaders to support strategic communication activities and implements creative marketing initiatives to enhance and promote awareness and understanding of the project in the community.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a university degree in communications, journalism, marketing or public administration plus a minimum of five (5) years' experience in internal communications and engagement and organizational communications, preferably in a health care setting.

Skills And Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with ability to write to a variety of audiences using a range of communications vehicles, including intra and internet.
• Ability to manage, edit and design web content.
• Ability to design pamphlets, posters and other materials using MS Publisher and/or Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ability to work independently within broad direction.
• Ability to work as a positive and enthusiastic team player in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to grasp and explain technical and professional terms and issues.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and respond with initiative.
• Ability to interact professionally with various levels of internal and external personnel.
• In-depth understanding of complexity of health services and operations in British Columbia.

The salary range for this position is $90,770 (min) to $113,462 (midpoint) to $130,481(max) per annum (based on 1 FTE). Salary placement is between min and midpoint, based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.