Communications Specialist

Bank of Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bank of Canada is seeking a Communications Specialist to enhance internal communications and employee engagement. This role involves developing strategies, creating content, and working collaboratively with teams to support the Bank's initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and relevant experience, contributing to a dynamic workplace culture.

Benefits

Defined-benefit pension plan

Flexible work arrangements

Comprehensive health and dental coverage

Extra vacation days

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of relevant experience in communications.
• Experience in developing communications strategies and plans.
• Web content development from a user perspective.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the Bank’s internal communications and employee news.
• Create content collaboratively, including web content and speeches.
• Work on projects that support the Bank’s priorities.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Education

University degree or college certificate in journalism, communications, or content development

Job description

Communications Specialist

Take a central role

The Bank of Canada has a vision to be a leading central bank—dynamic, engaged and trusted—committed to a better Canada. No other employer in the country offers you the unique opportunity to work at the very center of Canada’s economy, in an organization with significant impact on the economic and financial well-being of all Canadians. You will be challenged, energized and motivated to excel in our environment.

Building on the principles that have always guided us – excellence, integrity and respect – we strive to be forward-looking and innovative, to welcome people with diverse perspectives and talents, and to earn trust by living up to our commitments and by clearly explaining the intent of our policies and actions.

With our defined-benefit pension plan, benefits, and high flexibility for work life balance - find out more about why we are annually ranked as one of Canada's top employers: Working Here - Bank of Canada

Find out more about the next steps in our Recruitment process.



Who we are

Employee Communications is a team of dedicated colleagues who work together to help employees get the right information at the right time to do their work and have a great experience at the Bank. We’re always asking how we can make things better. We’re looking for someone who gets excited about their work and wants to help us continue building a great community and thriving workplace culture for our employees. Come join our team!

What you will do

You will play a key role in delivering the Bank’s internal communications, employee news, engagement and events. In this role, you’ll work with talented colleagues to plan, develop and deliver communications strategies and products that work. A creative problem solver, you will use your communications and negotiation skills to instill a nimble approach to thinking and working with teams across the Bank.

In addition, you will;

--create content (web content, blog posts, speeches, video scripts, etc.) collaboratively with colleagues, reviewing and critiquing work to help us keep growing and improving
-work on projects that help us deliver on the Bank’s priorities, support our brand and our culture; sometimes involving sensitive materials
-leverage your knowledge of digital trends and culture to help us meet our objectives


What you need to succeed

You’re resourceful, independent and comfortable working in a changing environment. You’re a strategic thinker who can connect the dots between the files and initiatives you’re working on and the other communications and Bank priorities they relate to. You can prioritize and advance multiple files and work with colleagues to set shared goals and objectives. You will provide advice to employees across the Bank, including senior leaders on occasion, so you will need excellent verbal and written communication skills.

You also have experience in the following areas:

--developing communications strategies, plans and products
-Web content development from a user perspective
-project management skills
-attention to detail


Your education and experience

The position requires a university degree or college certificate in a relevant discipline (such as journalism, communications, content development) with five to six years of relevant experience. You may also have experience in delivering effective communications that support Bank priorities like cyber, IT, and facilities initiatives, which will be part of the focus for this role. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Language requirement
The Bank’s work environment is conducive to the use of both of Canada’s official languages - English and French. The position language requirement is Level 5 (Fully Functional). If a qualified candidate who meets the language requirement of the position is not found, a qualified candidate who does not meet the language requirement may be considered. Training may be provided to help reach the required level. Both bilingual and unilingual candidates are encouraged .

What you need to know

--Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents
-Security level required: Be eligible to obtain Reliability
-Relocation assistance may be provided, if required
-Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.


Hybrid Work Model

The Bank offers work arrangements that provide employees with flexibility, enable high-performing teams, and support an excellent workplace culture. Most employees can telework from home for a substantial part of each month as part of the Bank`s hybrid work model, and they are expected on site at the Bank location a minimum of eight days per month to help build connections between colleagues. You must live in Canada, and within reasonable commuting distance of the office.We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

What you can expect from us
This is a great opportunity to join a leading organization and be part of a high-performing team. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet your needs at every stage of your life and career. For more information on key benefits A great deal to consider.

--Salaries are based on qualifications and experience and typically range from $92,346to $108,643 (job grade 16)
-The Bank offers an incentive for successfully meeting expectations at 5 to 7% of your base salary. The Bank offers additional performance pay (3%) for those who exceed expectations.Exceptional performers who far exceed expectations may be eligible for higher performance pay.
-Flexible and comprehensive benefits so you can choose the level of health and dental coverage that meets your needs
-Extra vacation days (up to five each year) that you can purchase to add to your vacation entitlement
-Option to join the indexed, defined-benefit pension plan after 24 consecutive months of service


We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.