Communications Specialist

Powerappsportals; Toronto; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and pension

Comprehensive short-term sickness plan

Personal days

Training and development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Office of the Integrity Commissioner is seeking a Communications Specialist to support communications, training and outreach activities in Ontario. You will report to the Manager for Communications, Training and Outreach and collaborate with a team of professionals to advance public sector ethics.

This is a new vacancy aimed at enhancing communications, training, and engagement across government and public interest audiences.

Qualifications

• University undergraduate degree in communications, political science or journalism, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of related communications and outreach experience.
• Fluency in French (written and spoken) would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Compile information for and contribute to writing and editing communications including reports, training materials, remarks and outreach materials.
• Use technology to enhance communications (graphic elements, interactive polling, video features).
• Contribute to planning, review and updates of the OICO website and social media.
• Prepare responses to media inquiries and general inquiries from the public; coordinate research requests.
• Coordinate planning of events, meetings, training presentations and outreach activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Writing and editing

Outreach

Social media

Graphic design

Event coordination

French language (asset)

Education

Undergraduate degree in communications/political science/journalism

Job description

• Division: Office of the Integrity Commissioner

The Office of the Integrity Commissioner strives to encourage a culture of integrity and accountability. The Office is seeking an innovative, media-savvy and detail oriented Communications Specialist to provide communications , training and outreach support in order to fill the Office’s mandates as a Centre of Excellence in public sector ethics.

Looking for a rewarding career where you can share your expertise? Seize this opportunity to embody our organizational values within the Office of the Integrity Commissioner. As a valued member of our team, reporting directly to the Manager for Communications, Training and Outreach, you will collaborate closely with a dynamic group of communications professionals.

This is a new vacancy.

What You’ll Do

You’ll act with integrity to:

• Compile information for and contribute to the writing and editing a variety of communications including annual reports, training materials, speaking remarks, presentations, outreach materials and e-newsletters.
• Use technology to enhance communication products (e.g., creating graphic elements) and add interactivity to outreach and training activities (e.g., using online polling and video features).
• Contribute to the planning, review and updating of the OICO website and social media sites.
• Prepare responses to media inquiries, general inquiries from members of the public and research/academic requests.
• Co-ordinate the planning of events, meetings, training presentations and other outreach activities.

You’ll support our collaboration as you:

• Liaise with Office mandate areas to develop high quality, accurate communications products and support the design, production and publication of these products.

How You Qualify

You demonstrate excellence through your:

• Completion of a university undergraduate degree in areas of communications, political science or journalism, or equivalent, and related experience equal to 3-5 years with specialized subject knowledge to provide communications and outreach supports, strategies, and education/training content;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, an eye for detail and accuracy, and the ability to distill complex and nuanced ideas into plain language;
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with staff and stakeholders;
• Good understanding of the fundamental principles of the Members’ Integrity Act, 1994, the Public Service of Ontario Act, 2006, the Lobbyists Registration Act, 1998, the Cabinet Ministers’ and Opposition Leaders’ Expenses Review and Accountability Act, 2002 and ,the Public Sector Expenses Review Act, 2009, the City of Toronto Act, and the Municipal Act, 2001, for which the Integrity Commissioner is responsible; and
• Professional fluency in French, both written and oral, with the ability to accurately translate, adapt, and draft communications to engage audiences, would be considered an asset.

Here’s what awaits you:

• A team of dedicated professionals
• A comprehensive benefit and pension package including a comprehensive short term sickness plan and personal days
• Support for your career through training and development
• Access to an employee and family assistance program

Applicants are encouraged to review the Office of the Integrity Commissioner website: www.oico.on.ca

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who champions diversity and inclusion. We foster an environment where unique perspectives are valued, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you need accommodations during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at [e-mail] .

While we appreciate your interest in obtaining employment with the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.