Help shape the story of one of Ontario's most vital and high-profile sectors We're looking for a strategic, creative communicator to lead messaging for the province's mining sector, an industry at the heart of Ontario's economic future. In this role, you'll work with a collaborative and committed team to deliver compelling communications that inform, engage, and influence while supporting key government priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
About the job
You will:
• develop and implement communications strategies to promote and profile government priorities
• write and edit communications materials, including news releases, social media content and questions and answers for elected officials and senior executives
•initiate reports, prepare briefing material on trends, contentious issues and potential policy implications
• participate and lead projects for the Communications Branch and/or the assigned portfolio/program area client group
• prepare strategic written materials to promote and publicize government programs
• provide input and advice in the development of writing standards, policies and procedures
What you bring to the team
Knowledge of communications, theories and practices
You have:
• demonstrated knowledge of contemporary communication design and planning principles, methods and practices, issues management, media relations and integrated marketing theories, principles and techniques
• the ability to learn and apply an understanding of government communication practices
• demonstrated use of writing and editing protocols, styles and techniques
• an understanding of public consultation processes methods and techniques, such as focus groups and surveys
• knowledge of web site development and multimedia tools
• ability to manage the production of strategic communications materials and projects
Analytical and problem-solving skills
You have the ability to:
• evaluate communications challenges and opportunities and propose responses, solutions and approaches
• assess communications implications of business planning on public attitudes and potential reactions to proposed initiatives
• develop methods and mechanisms for the evaluation of communications strategies
• assess type of research required, identify sources and gather and compile information
• evaluate projects and programs against desired outcomes
Relationship management and customer service skills
You have the ability to:
• understand client's business requirements in order to develop and recommend short and long-term communication plans and strategies
• build and maintain networks and partnerships with a variety of stakeholders
• make recommendations based upon client communication requirements
• assist clients in tendering processes and the selection of suppliers
Creative thinking and innovation skills
You have the ability to:
• determine innovative approaches to meet client needs
• identify innovative communications techniques and tactics arising from new technologies
• integrate client programs and initiatives into short and long term communications plans and strategies
• identify communication requirements and develop project schedules
Strategic thinking and reasoning skills
You have the ability to:
• analyze and incorporate diverse components of the organization's strategic communications into expert advice and communications materials
• provide issues management services through strategic media outreach and issues management plans and proposing social media and media relations strategies
Don't meet every qualification?
If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!
How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility
We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.
Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's
Human Rights Code and the
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer
accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please
contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:
What we offer
The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:
• a career that can grow across ministries and job functions
• flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs
• a comprehensive compensation and benefits package
• base salary that aligns to market trends with performance-based pay and scheduled salary progression
• tailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more
• a modern, friendly and accessible physical work environment