Advisor, Communications - Ontario Health, Ontario

Your impact

The Communications Advisor, working within Corporate and Internal Communications, develops and implements multi-faceted communications plans and outreach activities to broaden awareness and support for key strategic and operational priorities at Ontario Health. This role contributes to a better understanding of health care policy and delivery contexts to ensure the value, relevance, and utility of communications products.

• Develop, implement and monitor/measure integrated communications plans and content development strategies that support and align with the overall Ontario Health mandate, Annual Business Plan and operational objectives.
• Support the development and finalization of key corporate governance documents including the Annual Business Plan and Annual Report, leading project management of content collection and editing aligned to Ontario Health standards.
• Create high-quality communication strategies and ensure key deliverables are achieved and measured, including writing and editing communication plans, materials, presentation content and web copy.
• Build strong supportive relationships with internal business and portfolio partners for effective communications delivery, sharing best practices and handling tactical assignments with a detail-oriented sense of urgency.
• Work with internal business partners to determine corporate communications priorities, manage workflows and deliver multiple communications initiatives effectively and on time.
• Act as a subject matter expert in communications, providing expertise and advice across the organization to ensure products, information, guidance and resources are widely known and utilized.
• Develop a strong understanding of health care issues in Ontario in order to inform communications strategies.
• Work alongside other communication team members to support goals and objectives related to projects and initiatives.
• Support the planning and production of large internal events.
• Other duties may be assigned within the scope of this position.

Requirements

To be successful in these Ontario Health jobs, candidates must possess the following education, experience, knowledge, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, public relations/marketing or a related field with experience developing communication plans for corporate projects and initiatives.
• Minimum 5+ years of communications or related work experience.
• Experience working in corporate or internal communications at a large-scale organization, with public sector experience preferred.
• Experience working in project teams to deliver on communications plans and strategies.
• Health care experience would be an asset.
• Excellent understanding of communication principles, processes and stakeholder relations.
• A strong writer and editor, specifically in preparing engaging content for a wide variety of target audiences and communications vehicles.
• Communication planning and project management skills with an ability to work well with diverse teams with competing priorities across a complex organization.
• High degree of collaboration and the ability to influence to achieve program/project objectives while protecting/enhancing the organizational brand.
• Strong storytelling experience and aligning strategies to the overall corporate narrative.
• Experience creating communications plans, strategies, key messaging, speaking notes, presentations and other communications products for programs or services.
• Well versed in communications tools including how to effectively leverage AI.
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently with Microsoft Office tools (Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, CoPilot and Outlook).
• Ability to work flexibly and with a high attention to detail to tight deadlines, under pressure, as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and have good organizational and time management skills.
• Sound judgement, discretion and decision-making ability.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability and experience to work across all levels.
• Commitment to customer service.
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Who you'll work with

At Ontario Health, staff connect and inspire team members across the province to drive improved and equitable health outcomes. You will collaborate closely with internal business and portfolio partners, corporate communications team members, and diverse teams across the organization, supporting a culture defined by integrity, inspiration, tenacity, humility, and care.

Benefits

Ontario Health provides robust support for your growth and well-being, helping you build a sustainable career while making a meaningful impact. Based on your role, offerings include:

• Comprehensive health coverage from day one, with fully paid medical, dental, and vision benefits to support you and your family.
• Flexible health care or wellness spending accounts, plus an inclusive program to support overall well-being.
• A premium defined benefit pension plan ensuring long-term financial security.
• Competitive vacation entitlement encouraging time to rest and recharge.
• Three personal days and two float days annually for added flexibility.
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities designed to help you grow, advance, and thrive.
• A collaborative, values-driven workplace shaped by integrity, care, humility, inspiration, and tenacity.
• Opportunities to participate in Communities of Inclusion fostering belonging, equity, and the sharing of diverse perspectives.