Specialist, External Communications

Circular Materials; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national not-for-profit organization in Ottawa is looking for an External Communications Specialist to support its corporate strategy through external communications initiatives. This 6-month contract role involves creating messaging, drafting media statements, and managing social media content. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in communications and 2-3 years of relevant experience, with a focus on media relations and public affairs. The position offers a contractor rate ranging from $30 to $38 per hour and allows for remote work.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of related and progressive job experience.
• Demonstrated experience with corporate communications tools and protocols.
• Understanding of effective communications and stakeholder relations.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to content planning and creation for social media platforms.
• Draft news releases and media statements.
• Create email communications including newsletters and announcements.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Detail-oriented

Strong editing and proofreading skills

Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint

Proficiency in graphic design tools

Proficiency in email/digital marketing tools

Proficiency in media monitoring/analysis software

Ability to read and write Canadian French

Education

Post secondary education/Bachelors degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Journalism

Tools

Canva

Meltwater

Constant Contact

Job description

Overview

Join our dedicated national strategic communications team as an External Communications Specialist! Reporting to the Manager External Communications this 6-month contract role supports external communications initiatives to advance Circular Materials corporate strategy. This role will be focused on delivering concise and compelling communications including key messages media statements and releases presentation decks web articles corporate social media content and content for Circular Materials podcast. As the External Communications Specialist you will help support Circular Materials corporate brand ensuring that the organization's story reaches diverse audiences and key stakeholders.

This is a contract position requiring an Incorporated number and requires residency in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to content planning and creation for Circular Materials CEO podcast corporate social media platforms (LinkedIn and X) and website news articles.
• Support national media relations tasks including:
• Drafting news releases and media statements.
• Developing briefing notes and FAQs for key spokespeople.
• Supporting media briefings and backgrounders.
• Managing and coordinating media interviews and briefings.
• Proactive media monitoring using Meltwater and other tools.
• Support development of presentations decks for external events for industry stakeholders.
• Create email communications including newsletters and announcements.
• Develop and/or edit graphics, video clips and written content for external channels.
• Edit and copy write various communications products.
• Other administrative tasks as required.

Qualifications

Education

• Post secondary education/Bachelors degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing or Journalism.
• An equivalent combination of education and experiences may be considered.

Experience

• 2-3 years of related and progressive job experience.
• Demonstrated experience with corporate communications tools and protocols including media relations, crisis communications, executive communications and content development.
• Demonstrated understanding of effective communications, public affairs, marketing, stakeholder relations and reputation management practices.
• Preference will be given to candidates with a strong understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) concepts and the ability to communicate and apply AI technologies effectively within a business context.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong editing and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail.
• A positive attitude and a desire to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Advanced knowledge of PowerPoint with ability to create impactful visually appealing presentations decks.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools (primarily Canva).
• Proficiency in email/digital marketing tools (primarily Constant Contact) and social media platforms (primarily LinkedIn and X).
• Proficiency in media monitoring/analysis software (primarily Meltwater).
• Ability to read and write Canadian French considered a plus.

Working Conditions

• All CM employees work 40 hours per week remotely from a Canadian home office environment.

Pay Transparency

Expected Compensation:

• A contractor rate in the range of $30 to $38 per hour.
• The wage range listed complies with the Ontario Employment Standards Act and reflects a potential earnings range for this actual wage offered will be determined within the range and will depend on factors such as the candidate's unique qualifications, relevant experience, work location and expected contributions.

Job Vacancy Reason

• This position is a new temporary position of 6 months.

Artificial Intelligence

• AI is not used during our hiring processes.

Applicant and Interviewee Communication

• We thank all applicants for their interest. However only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Applicants who have been interviewed will be informed whether a hiring decision has been made within 45 days of their final interview.

Record Retention

• Job posting records and associated application forms will be retained for at least three years.

About Circular Materials

Circular Materials is a national not-for-profit producer responsibility organization (PRO) that supports producers in meeting their extended producer responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. Created by producers for producers, Circular Materials develops, implements and supports effective and efficient recycling programs to advance innovation, deliver improved environmental outcomes and drive value across the recycling supply chain. Our full-service offerings include collection management, promotion and education, and reporting.

Together we are advancing the circular economy where materials are collected, recycled and can be returned to producers for use as recycled content in new products and packaging. As we develop enhanced recycling systems across Canada we work to ensure more materials are looped into the circular economy, benefiting both people and the environment.

Learn more at .

Circular Materials is an equal opportunity employer seeking team members with a diversity of thought, skills, experiences, culture and ethnicity to help us achieve our purpose of accelerating a circular economy for people and the planet. As a national organization operating across Canada, our goal is to build a workforce that reflects the diversity of the many provinces and territories where we do business.

Our inclusive hiring practices aim to foster a culture where all employees feel a strong sense of belonging. We are proud of our recent diversity survey results which showed that:

• 51% of Circular Materials employees identify as women.
• 53% of Circular Materials employees identify as visible minorities.
• 97% of employees believe Circular Materials fosters a strong sense of belonging for employees of all backgrounds.
• 95% of employees recommend Circular Materials as an inclusive workplace.

We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds including women, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities,racialized individuals and members of our commitment to reconciliation. Circular Materials is working to advance Indigenous representation and partnerships within our organization and across our acknowledge that Circular Materials operates on the traditional territories of diverse Indigenous Nations and we recognize the importance of respecting Indigenous rights, governance and contributions in the workplace and beyond.

Circular Materials supports reasonable requests for accommodation in accordance with all applicable provincial accessibility standards. Requests for accommodation will be provided by Circular Materials through the recruitment and/or assessment processes upon contacting. This email is only used for accommodation requests.

Required Experience: IC