Communications Specialist

Nav Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NAV CANADA in Ottawa is seeking a Communications Specialist to provide advisory services and produce newsletters, internal bulletins, and web content. You will draft communications plans and support programs for internal groups, and help with events.

You will collaborate with managers and stakeholders, manage multiple projects, and contribute to company-wide campaigns. Strong writing and corporate communications experience are essential for this hybrid Ottawa role.

Qualifications

• Experience writing a wide range of material (articles, speeches, web text).
• Experience writing and implementing communications plans and strategies.
• Experience planning special events and publications production.

Responsibilities

• Develop communications plans and products with management.
• Support national and regional campaigns as communications lead.
• Travel to NAV CANADA facilities for communications activities as needed.

Skills

Newsletter writing

Internal comms

Editorial writing

Event coordination

Education

Undergraduate degree in Communications or Journalism

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Digital photography

Videography

Job description

Communications Specialist# Careers## Communications SpecialistApply: Ottawa: Full time: Posted Today: JR-8606**Job Posting Title**Communications Specialist**Job Category**Communications, Professionals**Language Requirements**English / AnglaisEnglish is required / L'anglais est requis**Flexible Work Agreement Type**Hybrid / Hybride**Posting End Date**2026-11-28**Job Grade**P3**Pay Range**Commensurate with Experience / Selon l’expérience**Job Summary**Reporting to the Manager, Strategic communications, the incumbent is responsible to provide communications advisory services, which include: the writing/editing and production of various newsletters and publications, writing/editing internal bulletins for distribution to managers and employees, drafting communications plans and strategies for initiatives/programs/projects for our internal functional groups, writing web-based material and support for events.**Job Description****What NAV CANADA offers you:*** Challenging, team-oriented work environment* Competitive compensation and benefits* Defined benefit pension plan* Opportunities for growth and development* Flexible work arrangements* Diverse and inclusive workforce**In this role you will:*** Work closely with other managers and senior management on the development of communications plans and products.* Work closely with all functional groups as communications support on company-wide programs and initiatives.* Assist from time-to-time with other Communications duties, as directed by Management.* Act as communications support for national and regional campaigns.* Travel from time to time to NAV CANADA facilities in support of communications activities.* Works on special events. **What you bring:****Education:*** Undergraduate degree in Communications, Journalism, or equivalent work experience. **Experience:*** 3-5 years’ experience in Communications, with an emphasis on corporate or strategic communications.* Experience writing a wide variety of material such as articles, speeches, biographies, audio-visual material, web-based text and presentation texts.* Experience writing and implementing communications plans and communications strategies.* Experience in planning special events and in publication production. **Knowledge:*** Good knowledge of communications and its use in a business environment.* Knowledge of Adobe Creative suite, digital photography, and videography.**How others describe you:*** Detail-oriented with strong writing, editing, and verbal communications skills.* Strong computer skills: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Adobe.* Graphic design capabilities an asset.* Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.* Ability to engage stakeholders and foster strong relationships.* Proven ability to work effectively in situations where a teamwork approach is required, but also be strongly self-motivated.* Proven ability to communicate effectively to a general audience.* Ability to multitask, meet tight deadlines and shift priorities as required.* Proven ability to quickly grasp and assimilate complex corporate and technical material.**Working Conditions:*** This position is a hybrid position with a minimum 3 days per week on site.* Occasional travel required. **Behaviour Statement:*** All employees of NAV CANADA are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned with company’s Code of Business Conduct, values, safety and objectives. This includes adherence to any safety policies, standards, and procedures corresponding to job responsibilities and duties. NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught. Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required. The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada. NAV CANADA may use automated or AI‐enabled tools to help manage applications and identify job‐related qualifications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by NAV CANADA recruitment professionals and hiring managers. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.