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Job Requisition Id: 60461

Business Function: Communication

Primary City: Ottawa

Other Location(s):

Province: Ontario

Employment Type: Full-Time

Employment Status: Permanent

Language Requirement: English Essential

Employee Class and Level:

Number of Vacancies 1

Job Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 21/08/2020

Job Description

Accountable for developing and communicating Canada Post management positions to both internal and external audiences by: developing thorough and comprehensive communications plans and programs; identifying and suggesting new ways to communicate to specific audiences; developing original approaches for a wide range of communications; handling all aspects of a communications program involving an extensive range of media and facilities; displaying solid interviewing techniques and the ability to deal with senior management; writing a wide variety of texts for different media with a minimum of supervision or guidance; researching and developing articles, speeches, statements and background documents often of a highly confidential or sensitive nature involving strategies on Corporate business plans or labour relations; handling tight deadlines in a professional manner; reviewing, editing and approving a complete range of material destined for the diverse audiences within the Corporation; displaying an awareness of corporate policy and procedures, and an awareness of political sensitivities.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Below are the main job requirements and responsibilities for the Officer, Communications Editor.

  • Develop and communicate management positions regarding the Corporation's business plans in general and the specific initiatives required to achieve its goals.
  • Demonstrate expertise in the field of communications by preparing comprehensive communications plans and programs for a variety of audiences.
  • Develop total communications' programs
  • from start to finish
  • through a knowledge of production techniques, including design, layout, and typesetting, and an understanding of the requirements of different media such as print (newspapers, magazine, brochures), electronic, film/tape and audio-visual.
  • Identify and develop original approaches to communicating to the diverse audiences within the Corporation, and suggest new means of implementing communications activities at all levels.

Job Responsibilities (continued)

  • Demonstrate solid interviewing techniques and the ability to deal with senior management.
  • Research and develop articles, speeches, and other documents as required, meeting tight deadlines in a professional manner.
  • Review, edit and approve a range of material for the diverse publics within the Corporation ensuring high standards in language and quality control.
  • Display tact, diplomacy and good judgement in handling confidential communications activities by demonstrating awareness of Corporate programs and policies and a thorough knowledge of political or labour relations sensitivities including the status of negotiations and strategies in the event of legal or illegal work disruptions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education

  • Completed post-secondary, preferably in a related field OR a combination of equivalent professional experience and training

Experience

  • 1 to 3 years of relevant functional experience
  • One or more years of experience in a unionized environment an asset

Other Candidate Requirements

  • Proficient computer skills and competent with Microsoft Office programs
  • Strong communication, analytical, and customer service skills

Other Information

Safety Sensitive Positions

This position may be considered a Safety Sensitive position.

Employment Equity

Canada Post is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities.

Conflict of Interest

The Conflict of Interest Policy prohibits employees from hiring, supervising or reporting to, directly or indirectly via the reporting hierarchy, their immediate family or close personal relations. Should you feel that you may be in an actual or potential Conflict of Interest in regard to this job opportunity, you must communicate with the designated Human Resources representative.

Accommodation

If you are contacted by Canada Post regarding a job opportunity or testing, please advise if you require accommodation.

Important Message

Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as Canada Post cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Our Leadership Behaviours

Decision Making

  • A champion of the organization who takes calculated risks and makes prudent, common sense decisions about current issues, future opportunities and resource requirements in a timely, well thought out manner that aligns with the corporation's best interests.

Accountability

  • An individual who strives for performance excellence and who holds him/herself and direct reports accountable for decisions and actions and for learning from mistakes when intended results are not achieved.

Business Orientation

  • A proactive individual who understands the competitive nature of the business, and is committed to sustaining the business through excellent customer service and new business opportunities.

Execution

  • A focused and self-motivated individual who acts with a sense of urgency and delivers on time and within budget, by dealing effectively with challenges and ambiguous situations.

Leading People

  • A compelling communicator and leader who engages, motivates and inspires others to achieve results and who encourages personal growth and finding better ways of doing things.

Our Values

Canada Post's corporate values reflect the principles, beliefs and aspirations that guide our behaviour and shape our culture.

Transformation

  • We will innovate and transform to win in the marketplace.

Customer - We serve Canadians with pride and passion.

Integrity - We act responsibly and with integrity.

Respect

  • We treat each other with fairness and respect.

Safety - We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for all our stakeholders.

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