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;
• Second language skills as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) level indicated above.
• Ability to edit for style and length, and proofread documents in both languages;
• Ability to use MAC editing software.
Personal Suitabilities:
• High degree of initiative, tact and good judgment;