Communications Officer

Location

Timmins, ON | Canada

Job description

#LI-Hybrid

Status: Up to 24 month contract

Working Conditions: ​Hybrid, minimum 3 days in the office

Education Level: 4-year University Degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or journalism

Location:Timmins, ON

Number of Position(s):1 

Travel: ​10% 

Deadline to Apply:  March, 15th, 2024

Electrify your career and help build a brighter tomorrow.

Every generation has a challenge that defines them. At OPG, we are calling on all innovators, disruptors, thought leaders and change-makers. Join us to electrify life in one generation and build a sustainable future powered by our electricity, our ideas, and our people. Join OPG and make history.

Whether you work in the skilled trades or are a business professional, a career at OPG is an opportunity to electrify your life on -- and off -- the job.

ACCOMMODATIONS

OPG is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. If you require accommodation during the application or interview process, please advise us as soon as possible so appropriate arrangements can be made.

If you require  information in a format that is accessible to you, please contact  [email protected]

JOB OVERVIEW

Ontario Power Generation (OPG) is looking for a dynamic, strategic and results-driven professional to join our team in the role of a Communications Officer.

Reporting to the Director, Stakeholder Relations, this position is responsible for providing support to the Senior Communications Advisor and Senior Manager, Corporate Relations and Projects in the design, development, implementation and maintenance of public affairs strategies, programs, and policies, to support external communications and community outreach programs.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in an environment where you will contribute to OPG’s public outreach, engagement, and education efforts as part of the company’s commitment to building its social licence.  

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

• Assist in the identification and implementation of corporate relations and communications strategies, processes, and programs and in monitoring the effectiveness of public affairs programs and strategies.
• Work closely with the Corporate Relations management team and senior staff by providing effective communications programs, services, advice, and strategies to line management, including development of communication materials.
• Assist with vendor selection processes regarding employee or public information products and programs including video production and photographers.
• Help to coordinate employee and public events at OPG locations or in the local community.
• Create and maintain relationships with identified internal and external stakeholders to support the achievement of business goals and strategies, including management and employee representatives.
• Identify community relationship issues, impacts, and needs.
• Provide advice to the Corporate Relations team and senior staff in implementing his/her part of the OPG corporate relations and communications strategies and programs.
• Produce high-quality written communication pieces for community newsletters, media releases, brochures, web pages and spokesperson presentations, as well as other specialized writing projects such as speaking notes, proposal outlines, posters, and video scripts as required.
• Support Emergency Preparedness program by having a key role in internal or external communications activities as required.
• Other Duties as Required

EDUCATION

• 4-year University Degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or journalism. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4+ years of experience within the area of communications, marketing, public relations, or journalism
• Possesses strong writing skills and experience in producing high-quality written material for public audiences.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a flexible hybrid office environment.
• Experience with the Benevity Grants software is a strong asset.

The successful candidate will exhibit uncompromising integrity and commitment to upholding corporate values, and the OPG Code of Business Conduct.

What Makes a Career at OPG Different?

As Ontario’s largest clean energy generator, we’re building, expanding, and innovating the equipment and technology that keeps Ontario powered with clean, reliable energy.  

At OPG, our values are our strengths.  They are fundamental truths about our organization that don’t change:  

Safety – it’s our business Integrity – always lead with integrity
Excellence – never satisfied with good enough 
Inclusion – working together for powerful outcomes
Innovation - creativity accelerates possibility

Here's why OPG might just be the ideal workplace for you:

• • Exceptional range of opportunities province-wide 
  • Long-term career growth and development opportunities 
  • Electricity is vital to the province and OPG’s clean electricity is helping decarbonize other sectors. 

Our promise to you:

• • We care about the safety and the well-being of our employees. It is our utmost priority. 
  • A supportive work environment where you can be your best every day. 
  • Opportunities to stretch and develop. 
  • Offer different ways for you to give back to the communities where we operate. 
  • Partner with Indigenous communities and support local businesses. 
  • We support employment equity, diversity, and inclusion. 

Are you ready to start a career that has the power to electrify life on and off the job? Apply now. 

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your application  online at by 11:59 PM E.S.T. , March, 15th, 2024 .  OPG thanks all those who apply; however, only candidates considered for an interview will be contacted

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