Communications Generalist

Location

Ottawa, ON (Hybrid, approximately 1 day per week onsite, with flexibility based on business needs)

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English required. Bilingual English/French candidates are encouraged to apply.

3-Month contract with possibility of extension, ASAP start

Join a collaborative communications team within a respected national organization during one of its busiest and most exciting periods of the year. As a Communications Generalist, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality internal and external communications that keep stakeholders informed, engaged, and connected.

This is an opportunity to contribute across a wide range of communications initiatives, from web publishing and digital content to promotional campaigns, email marketing, and major events. Working alongside experienced communications professionals, you'll help bring important projects to life while supporting an organization that values innovation, continuous learning, and teamwork.

Be part of a collaborative team where your ideas are welcomed and your contributions make an immediate impact. You'll gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of communications projects, work with modern digital tools, and build your expertise in a fast-paced environment that values curiosity, creativity, and professional growth.

• You'll support the planning and execution of internal, external, and promotional communications initiatives across multiple channels.
• You'll create, edit, proofread, and publish engaging content for websites, newsletters, email campaigns, and other digital platforms.
• You'll manage web publishing requests, update website content, and help ensure information remains current, accessible, and user-friendly.
• You'll assist with communication and marketing plans supporting organizational priorities, conferences, campaigns, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• You'll work with content management systems and digital marketing tools to publish content, support bulk communications, and monitor campaign activities.
• You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to balance competing priorities while meeting deadlines during a high-volume period.

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in communications, content creation, communications coordination, communications advisory, or a similar role.
• Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and content development skills.
• Experience with web publishing, content management systems, and digital communications platforms.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Word Press, Adobe Analytics, Adobe Target, Microsoft Dynamics, or comparable platforms.
• Experience supporting email marketing, bulk communication tools, customer journey platforms, or similar technologies.
• A collaborative, adaptable, and proactive approach, with the ability to learn new technologies quickly, manage multiple priorities, and contribute to a positive team environment.

We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals.

All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2

SLGBTQIA+ communities.

If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.