Public Relations Officer

Jobtailor

Edmonton

On-site

CAD 60,000 - 75,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a communications professional to develop and deliver strategic communications, media relations, and community engagement initiatives across regional campaigns, events, and partnerships.

You will craft content for digital platforms, newsletters, websites, and videos, monitor performance, and advise on outreach to raise public awareness. A Bachelor's in communications and 3+ years in PR/marketing are required; some travel within the region may be needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or related field.
Minimum 3 years in public relations, communications, marketing, fundraising, or related field.
Exceptional written, editing, and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
Experience developing content for digital platforms, social media, websites, and traditional media channels.
Strong media relations and stakeholder engagement skills.
Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media management and communications tools.

Responsibilities

Developing and delivering strategic communications, media relations, community engagement, and public affairs initiatives.
Supporting regional campaigns, events, crisis communications, fundraising initiatives, and community partnerships.
Building and maintaining positive relationships with media outlets, community partners, donors, and stakeholders.
Creating engaging content for social media, newsletters, websites, videos, and other communication channels.
Monitoring communication performance and providing recommendations to strengthen outreach and public awareness efforts.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Editing

Content creation

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications / Public Relations / Marketing / Journalism

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Social media management tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Developing and delivering strategic communications, media relations, community engagement, and public affairs initiatives
Supporting regional campaigns, events, crisis communications, fundraising initiatives, and community partnerships
Building and maintaining positive relationships with media outlets, community partners, donors, and stakeholders
Creating engaging content for social media, newsletters, websites, videos, and other communication channels
Monitoring communication performance and providing recommendations to strengthen outreach and public awareness efforts

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field
Minimum 3 years of experience in public relations, communications, marketing, fundraising, or a related field
Exceptional written, editing, and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
Experience developing content for digital platforms, social media, websites, and traditional media channels
Strong media relations and stakeholder engagement skills
Excellent project management and organizational abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with social media management and communications tools
Valid driver's license and ability to travel occasionally within the region as required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in strategic communications, media relations, and community engagement, with a strong focus on content creation for various digital and traditional platforms. Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders and manage projects effectively.

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