Editor, newspaper
Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services - CFMWS
Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu
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Quebec
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Canada
Job description
CFMWS - WHERE PURPOSE MEETS PASSION!At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we?re more than just a workplace; we?re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.
Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.
As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.
THE ROLEAs an Editor, you will plan, organize, and manage operations related to the content, style, language quality, and layout of Servir newspaper. You will stay abreast of military news and developments, Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) publications, and foreign media reports, as required. You will liaise with various CAF units throughout the region to report on events within the local military community. You will work closely with Public Affairs Officers and their Imagery Sections. You will also collaborate with the Advertising Representative to integrate advertising content into the newspaper.
You will work within the Integrated Services (Communications and Marketing) Department of Personnel Support Programs (PSP). In this role, you will contribute to the Military Community Guide - Montreal Region, departmental newsletters, and the creation of content for social media platforms.
QUALIFICATIONS NEEDEDEducation, Certifications and Licenses
College diploma or certificate in Journalism, Communications or Public Relations, or a related field, AND some years of experience in journalism, communication, public relations or in a related field.
Experience
In collecting information through interviews and analyzing
In verifying copy for accuracy
In writing articles following journalism guidelines
In operating a digital camera
In personnel management
In using software for word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases, e-mail, and Internet browsing
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTSBilingualism Essential
Reading comprehension: Advanced
Writing: Advanced
Oral interaction: Functional
BENEFITS AVAILABLEHealth Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: