Communications specialist

Education: Bachelor's degree. or equivalent experience. Work setting: School or educational institution/establishment. Tasks: Develop all kinds of events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes. Develop communication strategies. Develop policies. Evaluate communication strategies and programs. Implement communication strategies and programs. Oversee the preparation of public written material . Prepare written material such as reports, briefs, website content. Provide consultation on planning and starting of new businesses.. Supervise professional and support staff and students. Administer programs to promote industrial and commercial business investment in rural and urban areas. Respond to enquiries from members of the business community concerning development opportunities. Develop social and economic profiles of an area to encourage industrial and commercial investment. Conduct comparative research on marketing strategies for industrial and commercial products. Prepare reports, research papers, educational texts or articles. Act as spokesperson for an organization. Advise clients on advertising or sales promotion strategies. Answer written and oral inquiries. Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material. Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions. Conduct public opinion and attitude surveys. Gather, research and prepare communications material. Initiate and maintain contact with the media. Prepare and/or deliver educational, publicity and information programs, materials and sessions. Prepare sports, literary, performance or other contracts. Conduct analytical marketing studies. Review and evaluate commercial or industrial development proposals. Evaluate customer service and store environments. Design, conduct and analyze quantitative and qualitative research projects. Develop feasibility studies. Conduct online marketing, E-commerce and Website promotions. Maintain database of potential franchisees, real estate locations and on-line buy/sell Internet sites. Prepare funding applications. Develop marketing strategies. Ensure appropriate business/commercial licenses are in place. Develop and implement business plans. Maintain and manage digital database. Write and edit press releases, newsletter and communications materials. Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support. Computer and technology knowledge: MS Office. MS Windows. Adobe Illustrator. Adobe Photoshop. HTML editing software. JavaScript. MS Word. MailChimp. Java. WordPress. Area of work experience: Community service organization. Area of specialization: Communications. Brand management. Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Initiative. Accurate. Dependability. Integrity. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?. Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?. Employment terms options: Flexible hours. Experience: 5 years or more. Green job: Involves duties and responsibilities that lead to positive environmental outcomes. Health benefits: Dental plan. Disability benefits. Health care plan. Paramedical services coverage. Vision care benefits. Financial benefits: As per collective agreement. Long term benefits: Long-term care insurance. Maternity and parental benefits. Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). Other benefits: Other benefits. Team building opportunities. Parking available. Support for persons with disabilities: Provides physical accessibility accommodations (for example: ramps, elevators, etc.). Provides visual accessibility accommodations (for example: braille, screen readers, etc.). Provides auditory accessibility accommodations (for example: transcription software, teletypewriters, etc.). Participates in a government or community program or in