Communications Coordinator

Canadian Cancer Society; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid parental leave

Family sick time

Job summary

The Canadian Cancer Society in Toronto, ON, is seeking a Communications Coordinator to join the Strategic Communications team. You’ll serve as the main point of contact for nationwide media inquiries, coordinate media interviews, monitor coverage and support thought leadership campaigns with accuracy and urgency.

This hybrid role emphasizes strong writing, relationship building with journalists, and the ability to manage multiple projects, vendor relations, and deadlines while advancing CCS’s

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism or related field and minimum 1 year of experience in media relations or communications.
• Experience with media monitoring and reporting using industry tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• English required; French is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact on behalf of CCS for nationwide media inquiries.
• Monitor CCS media coverage and identify emerging trends.
• Analyze media coverage and develop media reports.
• Maintain relationships with key Canadian journalists.
• Coordinate and manage media interviews and training.
• Respond to public inquiries timely and accurately.
• Support executive thought leadership strategies and media releases.
• Oversee vendor invoices for the Communications team.
• Post content to cancer.ca press page and newswire.
• Contribute to diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Media relations

Writing & editing

Organization & time management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications/public relations/journalism

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Excel

Outlook

Teams

SharePoint

Copilot

Job description

Job Title: Communication Coordinator

Vacancies: This posting is for (1) current vacancy

Location: Toronto, ON | Ottawa, ON (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: https://cancer.ca/en/contact-us)

Work Model: Hybrid Work Model

Salary Band: 3 ($48,000 - $55,000 CAD)

HELP SHAPE THE FUTURE OF CANCER CARE IN CANADA

The Canadian Cancer Society works tirelessly to save lives, improve lives and drive collective action against cancer. Together with patients, volunteers, donors and communities across the country, we raise funds to invest in transformative cancer research, we provide a caring support system for everyone affected by cancer and we advocate to governments to create a healthier future for all. It takes a society to take on cancer – and the Canadian Cancer Society is leading the way.

MAKING AN IMPACT

As a member of the Strategic Communications team at the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS), the Communications Coordinator plays a key role in raising awareness of CCS’s mission work and impact across Canada. Serving as the initial point of contact for national media inquiries, this role works directly with journalists, internal subject matter experts, vendors to support meaningful storytelling that advances CCS’s priorities. Reporting to the Sr. Communications Manager, the coordinator provides communications support across thought leadership initiatives, mission-driven campaigns and occasional issues management. This includes but is not limited to proactive and reactive media relations, media monitoring, media training, tracking and evaluating metrics, writing and content development and project coordination.

This role is ideal for a results-driven communicator with strong attention to detail, who is eager to build relationships with media. The successful candidate is a strong writer, highly organized with a solid understanding of the Canadian media landscape and communications fundamentals that drive awareness and engagement.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Act as first point of contact on behalf of CCS for nationwide media and manage incoming requests with the oversight of the Sr. Communications Manager
• Monitor CCS media coverage and proactively identify emerging trends for timely newsjacking opportunities
• Analyze media coverage and develop media reports to demonstrate strategic effectiveness of communications about CCS initiatives
• Maintain strong relationships with key Canadian journalists
• Coordinate and manage media interviews and training for internal and external subject matter experts
• Work with Sr. Communications Manager to respond to public inquiries in a timely and professional manner, collaborating with internal experts and stakeholders for information and fact-checking
• Support the execution of executive thought leadership strategies
• Support the development of media releases, pitches, op-eds and bylines
• Act as primary contact for media vendors and oversee all vendor invoices for the Communications team
• Post content to cancer.ca press page and the newswire service as required
• Contribute to our culture of diversity, inclusion, belonging and equity (DIBE) by ensuring that all staff feel represented, valued, and heard across all aspects of their identity, including gender, age, religion, ethnicity, nationality, race, and sexuality.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism or related field and minimum 1 year of experience in media relations or communications, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Understanding of the Canadian media landscape and emerging trends as well as experience in deploying communications and public relations strategies and tactics, including working with media
• Experience with media monitoring (Meltwater and Cision), reporting and analysis
• Demonstrated flexibility, resourcefulness, resiliency and the willingness and capacity to produce quality results under pressure and to deadline
• Superb organizational, project and time management, problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Exceptional oral and written skills
• Positive, can‑do attitude along with ability to self‑motivate, work well independently and contribute to the positive culture of the team
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build and sustain positive relationships
• Proven ability to present creative solutions to challenges and issues management
• Proficiency in Microsoft tools including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams as well as SharePoint and Copilot
• Experience in a health‑related environment, cancer organization, media agency or non‑profit setting is an asset
• English is required; French/Bilingualism (French /English) is an asset due to the organization’s nationwide operations.
• Others may apply
• For roles based in Quebec, French is required. Knowledge of another language may be required depending on job responsibilities and business needs.

What You Can Expect From Us

CCS provides impactful opportunities to transform the lives of Canadians affected by cancer. We are devoted to creating an inclusive workplace that celebrates diverse experiences and skills, encouraging all qualified candidates to join us. Our inspiring culture is rooted in our core values and commitment to meaningful change:

COURAGEOUS UNITED CARING RIGOROUS

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, including paid parental leave, family sick time, and health insurance—and a fulfilling work environment where your efforts make a meaningful impact daily.

COME AS YOU ARE

At CCS, we celebrate individuality and the strength of diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace that empowers everyone. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity‑deserving groups such as BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+ communities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and others who contribute to the richness of our organization. Together, we unite Canadians to shape the future of cancer care.

Other Information

CCS is dedicated to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates . In accordance with the local provincial Accessibility Act, accommodation will be provided as requested throughout the recruitment process . We want to make the interview process a great experience for you!

Please note that in keeping with the mandate of CCS to model and promote healthy lifestyles, employees are not permitted to smoke in or about CCS premises or while carrying out CCS business.

Privacy Disclosure

We collect your personal information through forms, by phone or in person to evaluate your candidacy for the role(s) you have applied for, to contact you regarding your candidacy, and to generate anonymized recruitment-related reports. If selected for a position at CCS the information provided will be used for the purposes of pre‑employment checks and added to your employee file. We may share your personal information with third parties, including recruitment consultants, within or outside your province or territory or outside Canada to carry out the purposes identified above, or as required by law. We may contact you by mail, email, phone or text. You can exercise your right to access your information or have it corrected, unsubscribe from communications or withdraw your consent by selecting these options within the ADP system, or by contacting [e-mail] . For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy.

AI Disclosure

We are committed to transparency and, the responsible use of technology in our hiring process. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used to assist with certain administrative or screening tasks; however, all hiring decisions are made by people. We review and approve AI-assisted outputs to ensure fairness, accuracy, and alignment with our values. For more information about our privacy practices, visit cancer.ca/privacy .

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