Communications and Public Relations Coordinator

Part-time, 2 days /week, Hybrid

Sydney, NS Salary: $26,000/year

For almost 40 years, the Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton County (the Society) has worked to promote palliative care in support of the Nova Scotia Health Palliative Care Service and the patients and families they serve. At this time, the Society is seeking a part-time Communications and PR Coordinator (2 days per week). This is a hybrid, one year position subject to review and possible extension.

Job Summary

As Communications and PR Coordinator for the Society, you will play a vital role in conveying our messages to the community. You will be responsible for creating content, managing communications strategies and following branding guidelines. Visit our website to learn more about the Society and to view a full job description. https://hospicecapebreton.org/

Basic Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in a relevant discipline and significant experience directly related to the duties of the position.

Abilities/Responsibilities

• Write and edit content including newsletters, social media posts, press releases, etc.
• Develop and execute promotional campaigns to promote the organization and initiatives/events
• Conduct research to support communications initiatives, stay informed about industry trends
• Proofread materials to achieve high standards of accuracy
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure messaging alignment

Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Research skills to gather relevant information for communications purposes
• Strong technical skills for website and social media effectiveness
• Able to work independently and collaboratively
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Some work outside of Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm will be required. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Deadline for submission is October 24, 2024.