Job Description:

Work as part of the corporate communications and community engagement team to provide fully integrated communications services and solutions to the corporation.

Job Responsibilities:

Develop communications strategies to support City projects, programs and services as assigned.
Develop effective content strategies that are driven by goals; audience; citizen experience; metrics; and with thought to paid, earned, shared and owned channels.
Implement multi-faceted communications programs in support of organizational objectives.
Make use of analytics to improve programs and campaigns.
Take part in measuring and analyzing the effectiveness of communication strategies, report on results, and provide recommendations for improving future communications plans.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Support the corporate media relations program by fostering good relationships with media, and supporting and coaching City employees.
Create and curate content, from ideation and development to editing and dissemination, to reach broad and segmented audiences.
Assist in the creation and editing of written, video, and photo content.

Job Requirements:

Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) and Word Press
A passion for digital communication and proficiency with major social media platforms and social management tools.
Ability to apply a digital lens to business challenges and opportunities.
Professional membership and/or accreditation with CPRS and/or IABC is an asset.
Considerable experience related to the duties listed above, normally acquired through the completion of a post-secondary degree, diploma, or post-degree certificate in Public Relations or Corporate Communications or a related discipline and work experience in the field of public relations. Candidates with equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Excellent writing, editing, research and project management skills.
Solid understanding of strategic public relations best practices with experience developing, implementing and evaluating comprehensive communications programs.
Ability to work well under pressure, advance multiple projects simultaneously, and function effectively in a future-focused, fast-paced organization.
Ability to exercise good judgement, make data-informed decisions, think critically, and act with a client- and citizen-first focus.
Previous experience and/or knowledge of municipal government is an asset.
A critical-thinking, creative professional who delivers innovative communications solutions.
Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to establish and maintain co-operative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, and representatives of external organizations.
Proficiency with video and photo editing tools, digital media formats, and HTML.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Business and political acumen.

Job Details:

Company: City Of Guelph

Job Category: Cities And States

Vacancy Type: Full Time

Job Location: Guelph, Ontario, CA

Application Deadline: N/A

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