Communications Specialist Job Listing at Kelly Services in Toronto, ON (Job ID CA3576735_BH9876814)

Description

Job Title: Communications Specialist

Are you passionate about change management and stakeholder engagement? Join our Contract Market Modernization (CMM) Program team as a Communications Specialist. In this role, you'll leverage your expertise in communication strategies to drive large-scale transformations, modernizing contract market operations, and enhancing customer and employee experiences.

Job Specifications:

• Job Type: Contract
• Location: Hybrid (North York or Chatham; Remote: Wednesdays & Fridays)
• Pay Rate: Competitive Rate
• Shift: Mon-Fri, 37.5 hours/week

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement communication plans during the program's Build and Implementation phase.
• Collaborate with business leaders to adapt communication strategies to specific needs.
• Manage stakeholder files and maintain program distribution lists.
• Create engaging communication materials, including presentations, emails, videos, and infographics.
• Oversee the communications review process to ensure quality and consistency.
• Coordinate with channel owners to ensure effective communication delivery.
• Maintain consistency and accuracy of key messages across all platforms.
• Manage and update the CMM program's eLink and SharePoint sites.
• Support change management, change network, and training activities.
• Mentor team members on communication best practices.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Degree in Communications, Public Relations, Journalism, Business Management, or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in communications roles, preferably within large organizations.
• Proven track record in developing communication strategies for transformational changes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and outstanding interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Viva Engage, and other relevant tools.
• PROSCI Change Management Certification or equivalent is an asset.
• Experience with eLink and SharePoint administration is a plus.
• "G" Licence and Driver's Abstract as some travel is required.

As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.

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