Bilingual Senior Officer, Communications (Quebec and Atlantic)

Job summary

The Senior Officer will support the planning and execution of federal government visibility events and media announcements across Quebec and the Atlantic provinces. They are responsible for managing communications products, logistics, vendor relationships, and ensuring accurate reporting for National Housing Strategy initiatives.

Job details

Job Requisition ID: 12459 Position Status: Temporary Full Time Position Type: Hybrid Office Location: Montreal (QC); Halifax (NS); Ottawa (ON); Toronto (ON) Travel Requirement: Frequent Language Designation: Bilingual Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): CBC Security Requirement: Reliability Status Salary: Our salaries generally range from $ 73555.31 to $ 91944.14 and are based on qualifications and experience. About CMHC The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system. At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams. Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful. What’s in it for you We’ve got the purpose, the people and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a contract employee: * Accrued vacation. * Annual individual performance bonus. * Group insurance coverage to support your well-being from day one. * Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship and more. * An inclusive workplace culture and environment. * While positions at CMHC require some in-office presence, alternative work arrangements may be considered for Indigenous candidates. About the role Join the External Affairs Team, in the Bilingual Senior Officer, Communications (Quebec and Atlantic) position. In this role, you will be part of the team delivering federal government visibility events as part of the Government of Canada’s communications objective of demonstrating how the National Housing Strategy is best supporting the housing affordability needs of people living in Canada. This is a temporary position with a duration of 24 months. What you’ll do: * Support a Communications Specialist in strategizing, planning, preparing, and executing visibility opportunities via various media events and announcements in Quebec and the Atlantic provinces. * Lead the development and implementation of communications products and logistics for on-site media events. * Ensure quality control of all communications products related to ministerial events, announcements, and visibility opportunities. * Ensure accurate reporting and data entry management. * Manage relationships with vendors delivering services in support of announcements. * Manage time efficiently and effectively to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced ever-changing environment with tight deadlines. * Participate in regular check-ins with CMHC project teams to review upcoming housing visibility opportunities. What you should have: * An undergraduate degree in a field such as communications, public relations, marketing, political science, public affairs, public administration, or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. * A minimum of three (3) years' experience in communications and/or public affairs. * Strong oral and written communication skills in both official languages (English and French), with the ability to present information to a variety of audiences and influence outcomes. * An exceptional attention to detail and organization skills. * The availability and flexibility to travel across the country on a frequent basis, specifically within the region of Quebec and the Atlantic provinces. * Must hold a valid driver’s license. * Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. * Knowledge of the housing sector and an understanding of the Canadian political system. It would be great if you also had: * Prior experience in event coordination and management within a communications-focused organization. Posting closing date: Note, the competition will remain active until filled. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians who are eligible to work in Canada. CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought – and of people – are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion [https://assets.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/sites/cmhc/working-at-cmhc/pdf/diversity-inclusion-framework-en.pdf] What happens after you apply We know that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process [https://www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca/working-at-cmhc]. If you are selected for an interview or testing, please advise us if you require an accommodation. If you applied before and you were not successful don’t worry – we're always posting new positions, so don’t hesitate to give it another shot. We’re excited to see what you bring to the table this time around!

What you’ll do

The Senior Officer will support the planning and execution of federal government visibility events and media announcements across Quebec and the Atlantic provinces. They are responsible for managing communications products, logistics, vendor relationships, and ensuring accurate reporting for National Housing Strategy initiatives.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree in a relevant field and possess at least three years of experience in communications or public affairs. Strong bilingual proficiency in English and French, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to travel frequently are required.

Benefits

• Accrued vacation • Annual individual performance bonus • Group insurance coverage • Training and mentorship • Inclusive workplace culture

Listed skills

• Logistics · Preferred
• Data entry · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Communications
• Public relations
• Event coordination
• Media events
• Project management
• Stakeholder management
• Data entry
• Vendor management
• Strategic planning
• Bilingualism
• Public affairs
• Marketing
• Political science
• Public administration
• Logistics
• Employment Equity
• Influencing Skills
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Property Damage
• Influencing Without Authority
• Relationship Management
• Organizational Skills
• Bilingual (French/English)
• External Affairs
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Multilingualism
• Management
• Communication
• Public Relations
• Event Planning
• Data Entry
• Public Administration
• Leadership
• Interpersonal Communications
• Mentorship
• Political Sciences
• Time Management
• Public Affairs
• Public Liability
• Quality Control
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Marketing
• Creative & Media
• Management & Leadership
• Administrative
• Communications Officer
• Communications Manager (General)
• Advertising and Public Relations Managers
• Public Relations Managers