Strategic Chief of Communications & Public Affairs

Ontario Health; Toronto; On-site; CAD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Wellness accounts

Defined benefit pension

Vacation entitlement

Personal days

Learning opportunities

Inclusive workplace

Communities of Inclusion participation

Job summary

Ontario Health seeks a seasoned Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer to lead enterprise communications, corporate affairs and stakeholder engagement across government, health partners and the public.

Reporting to the President and CEO and serving on the Senior Leadership Team, you will shape strategic messaging, manage media relations, oversee public affairs, and nurture government relationships to support Ontario Health’s transformation and reputation.

Qualifications

• Senior executive experience in communications, corporate affairs, or public affairs.
• Proven ability to work with elected officials, Boards, and senior government leaders.
• Exceptional communicator with strong relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinker who translates complex policy issues into clear messages.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise communications, corporate affairs, and stakeholder engagement.
• Oversee media relations and public affairs strategy.
• Maintain strong relationships with Ministers’ offices and government partners.
• Advise the President/CEO and Senior Leadership Team on reputation and engagement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communications leadership

Public affairs

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Tools

Media monitoring tools

Job description

Ontario Health seeks a seasoned Chief Communications and Corporate Affairs Officer to lead enterprise communications, corporate affairs and stakeholder engagement across government, health partners and the public.

Reporting to the President and CEO and serving on the Senior Leadership Team, you will shape strategic messaging, manage media relations, oversee public affairs, and nurture government relationships to support Ontario Health’s transformation and reputation.