Communications Specialist

Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in communications, preferably within large, diverse public organizations
• Education
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Business, Communications, Marketing or Public Relations
• Other Education & Training
• Equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed and in good standing with professional association and/or regulatory body, if applicable
• Licenses
• Valid class 5 driver’s license
• Competencies
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Analytical skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Knowledge & Abilities
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centerd care
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Other Information
• Travel within Saskatchewan
• This is a provincial role responsible for creating and implementing internal and external communication strategies that directly impact the SHA’s reputation, credibility, and audience engagement. The Specialist provides sound advice to SHA leaders and acts as Community and Foundation Relations resident expert within an assigned portfolio. The Specialist will research, plan, develop, and implement communication tactics using a comprehensive understanding of strategies, practices, and audiences. The Specialist fosters collaborative relationships with key partners, supports staff education on communications-related matters, and participates in the after-hours on-call rotation for emerging issues and crisis events.