Communications Officer (Temporary 12-month contract)

CPA Calgary Chapter; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join CPA Alberta as a Communications Officer, where you'll play a key role in developing communications strategies and supporting various initiatives. This hybrid position in Edmonton involves content creation and project management, focused on enhancing CPA Alberta's communication efforts. Ideal candidates will possess a relevant degree and demonstrate strong writing and interpersonal skills, contributing significantly to the team's objectives.

Qualifications

• Degree in communications or related field is essential.
• Experience in developing communication plans and digital initiatives required.
• Strong writing and editing skills for diverse content types.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute communications plans and strategies.
• Create and edit content for various platforms including web and print.
• Support promotions and events for CPA Alberta.

Skills

Excellent writing

Editing

Proofreading

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Analytical Thinking

Planning & Organizing

Education

Post-secondary degree/diploma in communications, marketing, business, public relations, English, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Description

Come work with us!

Do you have a passion for collaborating and creating effective communications plans? If so, keep reading!

The Communications Officer will be part of the team responsible for providing general support to CPA Alberta’s communications priorities. The position will be responsible for communications planning, project management, content development, and other communications activities as required. This role reports to the Manager, Communications.

CPA Alberta has offices in Edmonton and Calgary and provides hybrid Telecommuting opportunities (working from home a maximum of 3 days a week).

Further information on the benefits of working with CPA Alberta can be found on our website here.

Please note this is a 12-month contract position.

What You Bring

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in communications, marketing, business, public relations, English, or related field
• Experience in developing communication plans, contributing to digital and print communications initiatives, and crafting targeted messages
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills
• Effective interpersonal, communication, and relationship management skills
• Proven organizational, strategic, planning, and implementation skills
• Proficiency working with Microsoft Office software, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams
  
  

What You Will Be Doing

• Developing and executing communications plans and strategies, including collaborating with stakeholders (internal and external) and building relationships
• Creating and/or editing content for CPA Alberta initiatives, including:
• Articles and blog posts for online and print
• Digital content, including web copy and social media posts
• Speaking notes
• Various communications materials, including brochures and advertisements
• Supporting the development, coordination, and implementation of promotions and communications for CPA Alberta conferences, events, and programs
• Providing communications support for other CPA Alberta projects as directed
• Other duties as required
  

Why CPA Alberta

CPA Alberta is the professional regulatory organization representing Alberta’s approximately 30,000 Chartered Professional Accountants (CPAs). Alberta’s CPAs are among the more than 200,000 Canadian CPAs who provide financial and management expertise across the country and around the world, at every level and in every sector. CPA Alberta’s legislated mandate is to protect the interest of the public, protect the integrity of the profession, promote and increase the competence of Alberta CPAs, and regulate the conduct of Alberta CPAs.

We’d love to hear from you

If You Have Competency In

• Values & Ethics
• Teamwork & Adaptability
• Organizational Awareness
• Communication
• Analytical Thinking
• Judgement
• Planning & Organizing
• Results Management
  
  

Don’t meet every single requirement? If you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification shown, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Working Specifications

• Fast-paced work environment
• Some travel may be required
• Occasional work outside of regular working hours may be required
• This position can be in either Calgary or Edmonton
  
  

CPA Alberta thanks all applicants for their interest and advises that we will contact only those selected for an interview.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

In its commitment to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce, CPA Alberta welcomes applications from all qualified persons. We encourage members of equity groups (women, Black, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ2S+); and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of the organization to apply.

Please notify us if you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process.