Communications Specialist - I.T. Department

Sagamok

Information Technology

POSTED: 2 weeks ago

Sagamok Anishnawbek First Nation

4741

May 31, 2024

60000

Full Time

Built on the foundation of Mino-Biimaadiziwn (Living a Good Life), enriched by our culture, and empowered by the voices of past, present and future generations.

JOB SUMMARY:
To provide support to Sagamok Anishnawbek on communications in print, media, and community-based consultation.

POSITION DUTIES:
- Collaborate with the team to develop and implement a communications policy that incorporates existing communication processes, and policies.
- Implement the Communications Strategic Plan and coordinate a review and update as required.
- Work with assigned departments as their communications representative.
- Report on community events through submission of articles, pictures, and interviews.
- Coordinate activities for quality distribution of a community-based monthly newsletter.
- Capturing of video footage, editing video, and distributing on various platforms.
- Collaborate with team on coordination and preparation of an annual report for the AGM/community forum.
- Collaborate with the Director to measure the effectiveness of all communications initiatives and campaigns and provide quarterly reports on results.
- Network and build relations with various media outlets and contact to proactively promote issue driven messages and news releases.
- Research and monitor First Nations news stories and information and distribute to management, staff, First Nation's leaders, and staff via e-newsletter.
- Develop and implement a branding or image for all organizational printing, displays, promotions, advertising, communications, and events.
- Work with Webmaster to update content of Sagamok website consistent with up-to-date information and in consultation with department Director's and Program Managers.
- Collaborate with the team on all media channels to coordinate the delivery with the website as the central hub.
- Collaborate with Director on Sagamok Emergency Protocols and Notifications.
- Learn how to use and perform print jobs on in-office equipment.
- Maintain a library of branding and promotions material.
- Remain informed of issues affecting Sagamok Anishnawbek and community members and tribal council affiliation.
- Assist Director with Office Administration tasks as required.
- Build and maintain a digital and document filing archival system of information, images related to communications services of Sagamok Anishnawbek.
- Research new and existing documentation relevant to advancing communication efforts, issues and concerns and professional development.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive benefits packages for full time employees with Employee and Family Assistance Program, MY HSA (Health Spending Account)
- Registered Retirement Plan (employer matching option)
- Opportunities for professional development
- Hybrid Model (3 days in Sagamok Anishnawbek Office /2 days WFH (work from home).
**Hybrid Model option will be reviewed and based on need

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
- Valid driver's license and vehicle for on-the-job use.
- Must be able to work flexible hours.
- Sign and maintain an annual oath of confidentiality.
- Secure and maintain certification in Privacy and Confidentiality.
- Must provide a criminal record check prior to commencing employment.
- Incumbent is subject to three months' probation.

QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum qualifications are a post-secondary diploma/degree in communications, journalism and/or equivalent experience
- Minimum five years' direct experience in communications
- Superior grammatical and written skills, for reports and articles
- Superior skills with IT tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office