The Executive Council Office is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.
This position functions at a senior level to lead department best practice communications and leadership within the assigned department.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Provides strategic communications advice and support to the assigned government department;
- Receives all departmental media inquiries and coordinating the department’s response including creating key messages and responses and identifying the appropriate departmental spokesperson;
- Prepares speaking notes, ranging from short speeches on specialized topics and major addresses to federal/ provincial/ territorial counterparts and, community partners;
- Works as a member of the Senior Management team and program teams to develop and disseminate the strategic direction of the department and strategic initiatives to support departmental priorities;
- Leads corporate communications planning and activities to inform and engage the public, staff and partners of department initiatives;
- Provides leadership to the development and implementation of social media strategies and guidance to the department on legislative sittings and affairs;
- Provides leadership and communications management to develop and implement short and long-term internal/external strategic communications for significant public and media issues during times of crisis with the potential to impact public safety, security;
- Other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Applicants must have a university degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
- Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered.
- Experience in a similar communications role, within a complex public organization, and with a broad mandate; including an in-depth understanding of the organization’s key stakeholders and partners.
- Knowledge of government, public relations, strategic communications planning, and research techniques and processes.
- Must have a sound understanding of the policy issues that affect individuals, families and communities, and government decision-making processes.
- Must have excellent writing, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Must have advanced analytical skills and the ability to provide strategic advice at a senior level.
- Advanced communications planning skills; sound understanding of clear communications and how to foster clear communications within an organization and within the public forum.
- Must have strong interpersonal, collaborative and organizational skills, and be able to work in a team environment.
- Applicants must have a good previous work and attendance record. The successful applicant must provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check prior to beginning employment.
Other Qualifications:
- Experience in public sector communications would be considered an asset.
- Strong working knowledge of the Legislative Assembly of PEI is considered an asset.
This competition may be used to fill future job vacancies.
Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383.
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.
Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.
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