Communications Advisor
| Position Title: | Communications Advisor (Projects) |
| Employment Status: | Term |
| Location: | Calgary, AB |
| Closing Date: | Jul 29 2011 |
| Summary |
| NOTE: This is a 1 year term position. The Communications Advisor (Projects) will develop and implement communication strategies and plans for external and internal audiences, specifically around AltaLink’s major new transmission projects. The externally-focused aspects of the advisor’s work will include supporting AltaLink’s business strategy by executing plans to enhance AltaLink’s external reputation. The successful candidate will also play a key role in helping Albertans understand AltaLink’s role in keeping the lights on. The employee communications aspects of the advisor’s work include developing communication plans and tactics to address specific issues and programs for internal audiences. |
| Responsibilities |
| External communication · Liaise with media regarding AltaLink projects · Develop and manage content for www.altalink.ca · Support the creation of landowner information packages for AltaLink’s major and standard transmission projects · Provide support to Manager, External Communications · Provide advice and input on external documents · Act as lead writer for various reports and other communications Internal communication · Develop, and where appropriate, execute plans to ensure employee communications is accurate, relevant and timely · Establish and maintain effective working relationships internally – across department and geographic regions · Research, write and manage production of internal communications tools, including the AltaLink intranet · Provide research, writing and editing support as it pertains to internal initiatives |
| Qualifications |
| · Degree or diploma in communications or public relations required · Minimum one to two years experience in a communications role (Equivalencies of experience and education will be considered) · Superior communication skills (both written and verbal), including solid creative writing and editing skills when dealing with sometimes highly technical topics · Strong knowledge of communication processes · Demonstrated ability in project management of communications initiatives · Experience in dealing with media representatives in urban and rural communities · Ability to translate technical information into easily understood language · Work effectively in team setting – value the ideas of others · Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects and carry projects through to completion within a changing environment, both independently and as a member of a team · Sound judgment in dealing with sensitive, and/or highly confidential information · Proven track record of good attendance and performance |
Interested applicants can submit their resume and cover letter to http://www.altalink.ca by Jul 29 2011.
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