Description:
The Communications Coordinator is an integral part of the Communications team within the Integrated Infrastructure Services Department, working collaboratively with team members to assist with the development and execution of communication plans and strategies. This role requires exceptional writing and editing skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively. This position offers an exciting opportunity for growth and development in the field of communications within a vital municipal service sector.
What will you do?
- Assist in the development and implementation of integrated communications plans involving a range of activities and projects
- Draft and proof copy for news releases, public service announcements, backgrounder documents, collateral materials, newsletters, advertising copy, key messages, speaking notes, and other communications materials
- Generate story ideas, social media posts and media activities to advance the City’s strategic goals
- Develop engaging content for the City of Edmonton’s websites and digital channels
- Provide communications support for internal and external events
- Coordinate and facilitate messaging for media, and internal and external communications
- Liaise with internal colleagues, external suppliers and stakeholders
- Coordinate revision, approvals, production and distribution of communication materials (e.g., print, posters, leaflets, brochures, guides, newsletters, videos and advertisements) and liaise with suppliers and others to ensure products meet objectives and specifications, on time and within budget
- Achieve results with a commitment to a respectful and inclusive style
- Perform other related duties as required
Qualifications:
- Completion of a two-year post-secondary diploma in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Marketing, English, or a related discipline
- Minimum of two years of experience in a designated communications, public relations, public affairs, public information or related position, ideally within a large complex organization
Skills required for success:
- Knowledge of public relations, corporate communications principles, and corporate marketing principles and techniques
- Ability to gather technical information from clients and translate it into accessible communications materials
- A proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliver quality communication products and advice on time
- General knowledge of advertising, media, social media, video and design coordination, and print production
- Proven track record of building effective working relationships with marketing communications staff, clients and internal groups at all levels of an organization; demonstrated respectful and inclusive working style
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with demonstrated experience creating formal business materials
- Experience and proficiency with contemporary computer technologies (e.g. Google Workspace such as Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Forms; Adobe Suite, etc.)
- Willingness to listen, learn and lead with empathy and develop your Leadership Competencies
- Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
- Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (https://bit.ly/3hd2d95)