Digital-First Healthcare Communications Specialist

Niagara Health; St. Catharines; On-site; CAD 53,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Niagara Health seeks a creative Communications Specialist to join Corporate Communications on a 12-month temporary full-time contract. You will craft engaging content for digital channels, write articles, and produce visual content across social media, websites and internal communications.

You’ll tailor messages for diverse audiences, manage multiple projects, and support media relations and campaigns. A post-secondary credential in communications and 1–3 years in related roles are expected.

Qualifications

• Completion of post-secondary education in communications, public relations, journalism, digital media, marketing or a related field
• One to three years of communications, content creation, social media or related experience
• Exceptional writing and editing skills with an ability to create clear, engaging and audience-focused content
• Experience creating content for social media platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X
• Experience with photography, short-form video production and content creation tools
• Understanding of social media trends, digital storytelling and audience engagement strategies
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Experience working collaboratively in a team environment
• Demonstrated creativity, initiative and attention to detail
• Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with website content management systems, social media analytics platforms and graphic design tools considered an asset
• Experience in healthcare, public sector or not-for-profit communications considered an asset
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning
• Commitment to our organizational values
• Consistent and regular attendance required

Responsibilities

• Develop engaging content for Niagara Health's digital channels, including social media, website, newsletters and other communications platforms
• Write stories, articles, news releases, internal communications and other communications materials
• Capture and create visual content, including photography, graphics and short-form video
• Support the planning and execution of communications campaigns and organizational initiatives
• Monitor social media channels for issues management and identify opportunities to share, promote and amplify Niagara Health stories
• Maintain website content and support digital communications activities
• Assist with media relations activities, media events and public announcements
• Track and report on communications and social media performance metrics
• Support special events, announcements and community engagement activities

Skills

Content creation

Writing

Social media

Photography

Video production

Digital storytelling

Editing

Attention to detail

Education

Post-secondary education in communications

Tools

CMS

Graphic design tools

Social media analytics

Photo/video editing tools

Job description

Niagara Health seeks a creative Communications Specialist to join Corporate Communications on a 12-month temporary full-time contract. You will craft engaging content for digital channels, write articles, and produce visual content across social media, websites and internal communications.

You’ll tailor messages for diverse audiences, manage multiple projects, and support media relations and campaigns. A post-secondary credential in communications and 1–3 years in related roles are expected.