Communications Specialist, TFT

Gghorg; Guelph; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

HOOPP pension

Disability coverage

Professional development program

Job summary

Guelph General Hospital in Guelph, Ontario, is seeking a Communications Specialist to lead internal and external communications strategies. In a small, collaborative team, you will craft clear messaging, manage multiple projects, and align communications with our mission and values.

The role offers professional development, a comprehensive total rewards package including health and dental benefits, HOOPP pension with employer contributions, disability coverage, and a commitment to anti-racism

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in journalism, communications, marketing, PR or related field.
• At least five years in public relations, media relations or communications.
• Experience in healthcare or public sector preferred.
• Excellent writing, editing and proofreading abilities.
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure environment with deadlines.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and stakeholder relationship building.
• Customer service orientation when interacting with patients, families, staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute internal and external communications strategies.
• Collaborate with a small team on multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Support anti-racism and anti-oppression initiatives within the organization.
• Create high-quality writing for various channels and audiences.

Skills

Strong writing and editing skills

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Deadline-oriented

Stakeholder engagement

Communication strategy development

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related field

Job description

At Guelph General Hospital, we are committed to our Mission of providing exemplary and equitable care for and with our community.

Everything we do is grounded in our values of being compassionate, inclusive, respectful, collaborative, and inspired. If you are seeking meaningful work in an organization where your contributions truly matter to patients, colleagues, and the broader community, you have come to the right place.

Current Shifts: Days (approx. October 2026 - March 2028)

Position Summary:

The Communications Specialist is on the front lines of developing and executing internal and external communication strategies to advance Guelph General Hospitals communication initiatives. As a member of a small team, the Communications Specialist has superior written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills and is extremely organized and detail oriented, capable of simultaneously managing multiple projects and stakeholder expectations.

In this role, you will:

• Have ongoing opportunities to learn and grow through a generous professional development program, including our education assistance fund and in-house learning initiatives
• Have access to a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation, health and dental benefits, short- and long-term disability coverage, and membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), with employer contributions matched at 126%.
• Be part of an organization that is deeply committed to the well being, safety, and psychological health of its workforce
• Support the Guelph Wellington Ontario Health Team’s commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression through meaningful action
• Collaborate with a team of highly skilled and dedicated healthcare professionals united by a shared purpose

Located in the heart of Southwestern Ontario, Guelph, known as “The Royal City,” offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals and their families.

• Expansive trails, rivers, and green spaces that support an active, outdoor lifestyle year-round
• A vibrant arts, culture, and music scene with nationally and internationally recognized events
• Diverse restaurants, cafés, and local craft breweries
• One of Ontario’s strongest and fastest growing economies
• Excellent education options, including both a university and college
• A welcoming, inclusive community with diverse cultures and centres of faith

Qualifications, Experience, Skills and Abilities:

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline such as Journalism, Communications, Marketing, Public Relations or related program from an accredited University
• A minimum of five (5) years professional work experience in public relations, media relations and communications
• Previous experience working in health care or a public sector environment
• Excellent writing, editing, and proof-reading skills and experience developing a wide variety of communications vehicles and styles.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced, high profile, deadline-oriented environment and the ability to prioritize multiple competing workload demands.
• Demonstrated highly developed analytical, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to establish effective working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service when interacting with patients, families, colleagues, physicians, and volunteers.
• Excellent oral, written, and presentation skills, with demonstrated competency in information and communication technology.
• High level of initiative and self-direction.

Ready to Make a Difference?

This job posting is for a vacancy currently available. The hiring process can include the use of AI-enabled systems for administrative and candidate management purposes.

Guelph General Hospital is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized communities, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ+ individuals. We are committed to providing a respectful, safe, and supportive environment for all employees, free from discrimination and harassment.