Communications Advisor - IS-4 | |
| Job ID | C9-D8-FC-87-FD-F7 |
| Company | National Research Council Canada |
| Location | Ottawa; Vancouver |
| Province | Across Canada |
| Date Posted | 2019-03-15 |
| Posted Until | 2019-03-27 |
| Job Type | Various |
| Job Category | Office |
| Description | |
| It may start with inspiration, but it takes so much more to get to the finish line: experience, expertise, and advanced technical capabilities. That’s what the National Research Council provides. Working with our partners, we’re delivering on a national platform for innovation. We conduct research, support small and medium-sized businesses to help them scale up and compete, and we connect Canadian innovators to leading Research and Development capabilities. We also enable cross-sector partnership and collaboration here at home. Are you a great communicator? Are you looking for a work environment where you can use your creative skills to the fullest? Do you have a proven track record of working with clients on complex files, providing strategic communications support and working under pressure? The National Research Council’s Strategic Communications team is looking for talented and dynamic Communications Advisors! You’ll contribute to fascinating and engaging projects in an environment where teamwork, initiative, and creativity are nurtured. Under the direction of the Manager, Strategic Communications, you will work as part of a team focused on providing communications support to your assigned clients. You will plan, coordinate, and implement a wide range of communications projects, products, services, and activities. You will also work closely with the different communications teams and networks with other communications colleagues across the National Research Council on best practices, approaches, and problem-solving. | |
| Salary | From $ 79,727 To $85,517 Per Annum. |
| Education Requirements | A university degree in a communications related area of study, which could include marketing, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. |
| Essential Skills | Technical Competencies •Knowledge of the Directive on Management of Communications •Knowledge of the Government of Canada Communications Policy •Ability to write high quality materials for a variety of target audiences •Ability to work and develop strong professional relationships with clients •Ability to research, analyze, and synthesize information •Ability to think on one’s feet and handle sensitive situations in a professional manner with tact, good judgment, and discretion •Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally |
| Experience | •Recent experience in planning and managing communications projects in a fast-paced, client-oriented environment •Recent and significant* experience in planning and drafting a wide array of high-quality communications content/material including web content, presentations, speaking points, fact sheets, backgrounders, speeches, and news releases •Recent and significant* experience in planning and/or organizing internal, stakeholder or media events *Recent and significant experience means experience acquired through the performance of a broad range of related activities. Such experience is normally acquired through full-time employment over a minimum period of two years (consecutive months) within the last three years. |
| Languages | Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC, Bilingual Imperative BBB/BBB |
| Work Settings | Condition of Employment : Reliability Status |
| Additional Skills | Behavioural Competencies •Management services - Client focus (Level 3) •Management services - Communication (Level 3) •Management services - Networking (Level 2) •Management services - Results orientation (Level 2) •Management services - Teamwork (Level 2) Competency Profile(s) For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile(s): https://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/careers/behavioural_competencies/management_competency.html |
| Other | Relocation Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives. Notes •This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously; however, first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants. •Willingness and ability to occasionally work overtime on short notice •NRC employees enjoy a wide-range of benefits including comprehensive health and dental plans, pension and insurance plans, vacation and other leave entitlements. •Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application. •The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times. |
| How To Apply | Please direct your questions, with the requisition number (6486) to: E-mail: NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca Telephone: 613-991-4116 Closing Date: 27 March 2019 - 23:59 Eastern Time |
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