Canadian Armed Forces Newspaper Editor​/Journalist

Position: Canadian Armed Forces Newspaper Editor / Journalist-EN
Location: Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu

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 ROLE
As 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 Needed
Education, 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 Requirements

Bilingualism Essential

Reading comprehension:
Advanced

Writing:
Advanced

Oral interaction:
Functional

Benefits Available

Health 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: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.

Learning and Development:
Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a Linked In Learning subscription and second language training.

Perks:
Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.

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Other Information
This is an on‑site position with an assigned work location.

PSP
Personnel Support Programs (PSP)…