COMMUNICATIONS PROJECT MANAGER

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Are you an experienced and skilled writer with a passion for plain language? Do you thrive in a collaborative team environment? Then consider this exciting opportunity with the Public and Corporate Affairs Branch at the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

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About the job

Your role will include:

• Developing creative and engaging web copy and other communications materials to support ministry communication plans and initiatives
• Providing specialist advice and expertise to branch and division management and staff on plain language and clear writing

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What you bring to the team

WRITTEN COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

• You have writing and editing skills and the ability to distil complex issues into plain language
• You can write engaging, clear, concise and accurate web copy and other communications materials
• You demonstrate written communication skills to review, edit, and ensure website content is accurate, concise and grammatically correct
• You ensure accuracy and attention to detail

CUSTOMER SERVICE AND CONSULTING SKILLS:

• You have communication and presentation skills to provide advice and develop business relationships
• You have customer service and consultative skills to interact effectively with staff and stakeholders
• You have leadership and facilitation skills to work cooperatively with colleagues and other partners in coordinating project efforts
• You demonstrate discretion and sound judgment when dealing with sensitive or confidential materials
• You can work collaboratively with diverse groups

PUBLIC RELATIONS AND DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERTISE:

• You have demonstrable knowledge of integrated marketing communications, digital communications and public relations
• You have knowledge and expertise in communications tools and techniques
• You have knowledge of web reporting technologies (e.g. Google Analytics)

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP SKILLS:

• You have project management and planning skills to manage all aspects of assigned projects
• You can independently prioritize demands to manage multiple concurrent projects and work effectively within tight deadlines
• You can provide leadership and guidance to build effective relationships with teams

RESEARCH, ANALYTICAL AND PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS:

• You demonstrate an ability to analyze and determine a client's business requirements and negotiate solutions
• You have research and analytical skills to interpret web metrics, usage patterns and stakeholder feedback to identify opportunities and propose improvements
• You use your problem-solving skills to develop options for addressing emerging issues that require communications support

OTHER SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• You are proficient with standard office software to develop communications products, presentations, project related documents, conduct research, and prepare analyses
• You can gain an understanding of the objectives, priorities and strategic directions of the Ministry of Health and Long-term Care
• You have an understanding of relevant legislation and guidelines (e.g. privacy, accessibility, French language)

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Additional information:

Note:

• T-HL-102006/16

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Language requirements and assessment:
All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:
Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.