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Are you interested in a career that can make a real difference in the lives of animals in Canada?
From time to time, the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies has openings in its national office in Ottawa. We will post these opportunities as they become available.
Looking for work in your community? Check below for openings within CFHS’ member animal welfare organizations.
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Communications Coordinator
As the only national voice of humane societies and SPCAs, the Canadian Federation of Humane Societies supports its member animal welfare organizations across Canada in promoting respect and humane treatment toward all animals.
The CFHS is currently seeking a Communications Coordinator who will be responsible for communications with our member societies, with donors and supporters, and with the Canadian media. The challenge for the incumbent will be to raise the profile of the CFHS as the only national member-based animal welfare organization in Canada, and to educate Canadians about key animal welfare issues.
Responsibilities:
- Develops, implements and evaluates public relations strategies that will enhance public knowledge of animal welfare issues and the CFHS, and will enhance public support for CFHS campaigns.
- Develops, implements and evaluates media relations strategies for the CFHS, and acts as spokesperson for the CFHS as needed.
- Initiates and responds to media opportunities and coordinates media inquiries
- Develops, implements and evaluates membership communications strategies, and provides support to the CEO for membership recruitment and retention initiatives.
- Edits the CFHS newsletter, Animal Welfare in Focus, including researching and writing articles, editing, overseeing approval, layout, printing and distribution.
- Researches and writes timely updates for the CFHS website. Develops, implements and evaluates strategies for future expansion of the website.
- Develops and implements strategies to grow the CFHS’ bilingual capacities. Translates, or oversees the translation of materials, and is responsible for all French language communications with member societies, the media and the public.
- Oversees the development of public education materials such as fact-sheets or brochures, including researching and writing, and managing the layout, printing and distribution process.
- Oversees the development of marketing and branding materials, including brochures, posters, banners and any other item as needed.
- Responds to questions from the public, member societies, government and other sectors on CFHS positions and programs.
- Liaises with member societies and other organizations on specific animal welfare issues.
- Provides support to the CFHS’ fundraising initiatives and ensures all direct mail initiatives are in-line with the organization’s broader communications strategy.
Qualifications:
- Degree or diploma in communications, journalism or a related field
- Three years experience in communications or journalism. Previous experience in the non-profit sector would be an asset.
- Solid understanding of the communications planning process, and experience communicating to internal and external audiences
- Extensive knowledge of the Canadian media
- Knowledge of website communications, including writing for the web, website advertising and the non-technical aspect of website development
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills, with the ability to write for different audiences or types of media.
- Fluency in French and English is a must.
- Ability to work in a small team, and in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge and understanding of Canadian animal welfare issues is an asset.
START DATE: Immediate
This is a permanent full-time position
SALARY: $37,000 – 40,000
To Apply:
E-Mail cover letter with salary expectations and resume to:
Alyson Reid, Executive Assistant
The deadline for submitting your resume is 4:00 p.m. March 17, 2010. No phone calls please. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.
