Notes to applicants:

This position is eligible for a Yearly Isolated Post Allowance (IPA). This allowance is calculated based on the location and family status and covers the following admissible categories: Environmental Allowance, Living Cost Differential, Fuel & Utilities Differential and Shelter Cost Differential.

Education/Experience:

• Postsecondary diploma in communications, public relations, journalism or a related field OR a combination of education, training and experience with a minimum of three years related experience;
• Prior experience working with a labour or political organization will be considered.

Knowledge:

• Knowledge of the political and operational structure of the PSAC;
• Knowledge of union and social issues;
• Knowledge of issues affecting the union movement and PSAC members;
• Knowledge of government decision making and of the Canadian political system;
• Knowledge of media relations including the ability to establish a working relationship with and influence members of the media.

Abilities:

• Ability to assess and analyze in order to develop appropriate communication strategies;
• Ability to conceptualize and design variety of communication materials;
• Ability to strategize in order to mobilize members into action;
• Ability to plan and organize in order to meet deadlines;
• Demonstrated ability to communicate both orally and in writing in English;
• Ability to edit for style and length, and proofread English documents;
• Ability to use MAC editing software.

Personal Suitabilities:

• High degree of initiative, tact and good judgment;
• Commitment to union principles and social justice.

A detailed job description is available on our website: http://psacunion.ca/jobs-psac or on the attached document