Communications Officer

Placements24; Kimberley; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Public image impact

Supportive team

Professional development

Generous leave

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Canada, seeks a Communications Officer to lead strategies, telling the organization’s story across website, social media, newsletters, and press releases. You will build relationships with media, manage campaigns, and ensure consistent branding while engaging supporters and the public.

The role emphasizes strong writing, editing, and digital outreach to advance social impact in the charity sector.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in communications, marketing, or public relations, ideally within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a talent for crafting compelling narratives.
• Proficiency in social media management and digital content creation.
• Experience in media relations and public outreach.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple communication projects.
• A passion for the Charity & Voluntary sector and a commitment to social impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies and campaigns.
• Create engaging content for the website, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage social media channels, monitor online presence, and engage with the audience.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalists.
• Organize and promote public events and awareness campaigns.
• Ensure brand consistency and messaging across all communication platforms.

Skills

Communications

Public relations

Marketing

Storytelling

Editing

Social media management

Media relations

Organization

Job description

Our client is seeking a creative and skilled Communications Officer to lead their communication strategies in Kimberley . This role is central to enhancing the organization's public profile, engaging stakeholders, and disseminating information about their vital work. You will be responsible for developing and implementing communication plans across various channels, ensuring a consistent and compelling message that resonates with the public and supporters within the Charity & Voluntary sector. This position requires strong storytelling abilities and a proactive approach to media relations and digital outreach.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies and campaigns.
• Create engaging content for the website, social media, newsletters, and press releases.
• Manage social media channels, monitor online presence, and engage with the audience.
• Build and maintain relationships with media outlets and journalists.
• Organize and promote public events and awareness campaigns.
• Ensure brand consistency and messaging across all communication platforms.

Requirements

• Proven experience in communications , marketing, or public relations, ideally within the non-profit sector.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a talent for crafting compelling narratives.
• Proficiency in social media management and digital content creation.
• Experience in media relations and public outreach.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple communication projects.
• A passion for the Charity & Voluntary sector and a commitment to social impact.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the public image of a meaningful organization.
• Supportive team environment and collaborative culture.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Retirement plan and wellness programs.