Senior Communications Advisor

Medavie Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 73,465 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, vision and dental plan

Defined Contribution Pension Plan

Paid vacation plus an additional gifted week

Job summary

Medavie Inc. is looking for a Senior Communications Advisor to craft and implement strategic communication plans. This permanent full-time position includes advising senior leaders and managing media relations, while ensuring consistent messaging across various platforms.

The ideal candidate will possess a post-secondary education in Communications with over five years of experience.

This role offers a competitive salary range of $73,465–$100,000 and comprehensive benefits including a health plan and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of relevant experience in communications or public relations.
• Proven ability to develop strategies in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience advising senior leaders on communications strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communications planning for internal and external audiences.
• Advise on communications strategies and reputation management.
• Serve as the primary media contact for the region.

Skills

Written communication skills

Media relations expertise

Project management skills

Relationship-building skills

Collaboration

Self-starter mentality

Education

Post-secondary education in Communications or related field

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Webex

Job description

Position Overview

Position Type: Permanent

The Senior Communications Advisor reports to the Manager, Communications & External Relations and plays a critical role in shaping and delivering strategic communication plans that keep employees and the communities we serve informed and engaged.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic communications planning for internal and external audiences, aligning with business objectives and organizational priorities.
• Advise senior leaders on communications strategies, reputation management, and proactive media engagement.
• Develop and deliver communications plans for change initiatives, employee engagement, and external relations activities.
• Serve as the primary media contact for the region, managing inquiries, interviews, and proactive outreach to enhance our profile in the community.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with media, health care partners, and key stakeholders.
• Create compelling content for multiple channels such as internal platforms, social media, press releases, speaking notes, Q&A, and more.
• Ensure consistent messaging across internal and external communications.
• Monitor emerging issues and opportunities, providing strategic recommendations to mitigate risks and maximize engagement.
• Collaborate with Medavie communications colleagues on corporate social media and brand initiatives.

Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education in Communications, Public Relations, or a related field and five or more years of relevant experience.
• Exceptional written communication skills, including editing, proofreading, and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver communications strategies in a fast‑paced environment.
• Expertise in media relations, including proactive outreach and issues management.
• Experience advising senior leaders and managing sensitive, confidential matters.
• Knowledge of digital communications trends and innovative engagement strategies.
• Solid project management skills and the ability to work independently as a self‑starter.
• Collaborative mindset with excellent relationship‑building skills.
• Flexibility to work outside normal hours and occasional travel.
• Advanced skills with MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Webex.

Additional Skills

• Team player with a strong focus on supporting colleagues and delivering results.
• Strong interpersonal, project management and relationship‑building skills in multi‑stakeholder, fast‑paced environments across locations and operating companies.
• Self‑starter and problem‑solver who works well independently and as part of a geographically dispersed, virtual team.
• Understanding of best practices to communicate across a diverse, hybrid employee‑base.
• Strong understanding of change management theory and practice.

Benefits

• Permanent full‑time position with opportunity to grow in a well‑established organization.
• Flexible work arrangements and emphasis on work‑life balance.
• Hybrid work option.
• Comprehensive health, vision and dental plan (100% employer‑paid) effective from day one.
• Defined Contribution Pension Plan and annual incentive bonus.
• Paid vacation plus an additional gifted week in the first year, with optional vacation purchase program.
• Opportunities for career development and training.

Compensation

Salary Range: $73,465–$100,000.

EEO & Accessibility Statement

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We provide accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. We are committed to fair and accessible recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation, and we follow all relevant human rights and privacy laws.