Communications Officer - Foundation

camh; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CAMH Foundation seeks a Communications Officer to amplify its message and increase brand awareness. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and strategic communication skills to drive media coverage and engage stakeholders, with a focus on both external and internal communication efforts.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in communications, media relations, or marketing.
• Strong writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Enhance brand awareness and reputation for CAMH Foundation.
• Develop multichannel content for various platforms.
• Manage media relations and secure significant media coverage.

Skills

Media relations

Content creation

Project management

Storytelling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism

Job description

This role involves remote / work from home with a requirement for a minimum of two (2) days per week working onsite and may be subject to change as the organization works through its hybrid workforce plan and / or changing needs of the Foundation. We care about our team and community and are aligned with CAMHs health and safety practices.

ABOUT CAMH FOUNDATION

Hi! Im Karen Cleveland Director of Strategic Initiatives Marketing & Communications. Ive spent the last nine years with CAMH Foundation watching the organization and the cause grow significantly. I am driven by working for a meaningful cause with an exceptional team and doing the job I love.

I believe the key to an excellent Communications Officer is not just the technical skills but the knowledge of the organizations business asking the right questions listening to the answers and believing in the organizations mission.

I invite you to join me for a conversation about your interest in CAMH have the chance to meet members of our incredible team and tell me more about how your career aspirations align with our bold journey to create a world where mental health is health.

The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) is Canadas largest mental health teaching hospital and one of the worlds leading research centres in its field. With a dedicated staff of more than 3000 physicians clinicians researchers educators and support staff CAMH offers outstanding clinical care to more than 34000 patients each year. The organization conducts groundbreaking research provides expert training to health care professionals and scientists develops innovative health promotion and prevention strategies and advocates on public policy issues at all levels of government.

CAMH Foundation is charged with raising and stewarding funds in support of CAMH. Its role is to help transform the way we understand and address mental illness by raising awareness and increasing engagement across the country. Generous and dedicated supporters help CAMH advance discovery and innovation build spaces that promote recovery and break down the stigma of mental illness.

The Marketing and Donor Experience team is responsible for telling CAMH Foundations story and bringing new people to the cause. As members of the team we are committed to a positive and safe work environment where we support listen and learn from each other and be accountable to our many key stakeholders.

THE OPPORTUNITY :

Reporting to the Director of Strategic Initiatives the Communications Officer will play a key role in amplifying CAMH Foundations message increasing brand awareness and driving media coverage. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and energy to both strategic and handson communications efforts with a primary focus on external audiences and occasional support for internal communications.

This is a fulltime contract (12 months) position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Brand Awareness : Proactively identify and seize opportunities to enhance CAMH Foundations visibility and reputation.
• Media Relations : Craft and secure impactful media coverage including pitching and facilitating interviews donor recognition pieces and bylines.
• Content Creation : Develop highquality multichannel content (written visual and audio) to share the Foundations impact including press releases and audio news releases.
• Collaborative Execution : Work closely with the Marketing and Donor Experience team as well as communications professionals in CAMH Public Affairs to connect the dots across earned paid and owned media channels.
• Interviews and Photography : Interview stakeholders and capture highquality images to support storytelling needs.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Proactively identify and mitigate risk wherever it may arise.
• Perform and supervise managers work in accordance with applicable provisions of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations Foundation HR policies and applicable CAMH Policies.
• Provide a work environment that embraces diversity and is free of harassment and discrimination.
• Ensure that CAMH Foundation resources are used as efficiently as possible.
• Models the Guiding Principles.
• Performs cross functional and other duties as assigned and / or requested.
• Bachelors degree in communications public relations journalism or a related field.
• 35 years of experience in communications media relations or marketing preferably within a fastpaced environment.
• Proven track record of media relations with strong media relationships.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proven knowledge of integrated marketing communications journalism media and social media.
• Demonstrated ability to craft compelling stories across various formats including longform content video and social media.
• Existing media relationships with a desire to cultivate more.
• Strong writing storytelling and visual content creation skills.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize effectively and adapt to shifting deadlines.
• Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously and collaborating across teams to ensure timely delivery.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present ideas clearly and concisely.
• A polished professional demeanor with the ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Openminded curious and committed to fostering strong partnerships with staff donors volunteers and partners.
• A creative thinker with the ability to address emerging issues through innovative communication strategies.
• Methodical resourceful and calm under pressure.
• Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of the mission and values of CAMH and CAMHF.

Dont sweat it if you dont have everything listed above. We believe in growth and curiosity. If you have some of these qualities and believe this is the position that will make you excited to come into work every day then we want to hear from you!

Salary Range : $75398.16 to $84413.17 annually

CAMH Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process please dont hesitate to reach out at We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

Our north star is creating hope and improving outcomes for people facing mental illness. We work in respectful partnerships with each other and our hospital partners to inspire philanthropy and raise awareness in support of mental health.

Required Experience :

Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Internal Control,Accounting And Auditing,Accounts Handling,General Services,Elevator,Brand

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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