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CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER NORTHERN ONTARIO Reference # 2026-55 At Ornge, we believe that ordinary people can do extraordinary things. We connect communities with critical care across Ontario, Canada. Our teams deliver equity in emergency response and uplift the lives of those in our care. Location: 2027 Derek Burney Drive, Thunder Bay, Ontario Employment Status: Contract Full Time; 18-Months Work Mode: Hybrid (2 Days Per Week in Office) Salary Range: $73,757-$87,586 Key Accountabilities Community/Stakeholder Relations Develop community and stakeholder outreach strategy, calendar and plan. Identify community events in Ornges interest, including career fairs, public events, trade shows, partnered events with community groups, etc., and plan for participation. Coordinate special events and outreach activities. Collaborate with Human Resources on recruitmentrelated initiatives. Build and maintain strong and positive relationships with community groups including local emergency services, hospitals, Indigenous communities, schools and educational institutions. Regularly travel to communities throughout the province, including Ornge base communities, and represent the organization among stakeholders and the general public. Maintain display material and handout inventory. Respond to questions from stakeholders and general public. Facilitate and lead base tours, media events, and other facetoface/virtual interactions. Promote the organization as an integral part of Ontarios healthcare system and an employer of choice. Inform stakeholders, members of the local media, and the public on Ornges role and processes. MultiMedia/Digital Media Production Capture multimedia at Ornges northern bases and communities, including staff profiles, patient stories, photography, videography, podcasts, etc. Work with Corporate Communications colleagues to produce highquality content in line with Ornges social and digital media strategy, and distribute these via Ornges channels (website, intranet, social media platforms, etc.). Internal Communications Support internal communications activities aimed at fostering a wellinformed workplace among staff, with a particular focus on communication within Northern bases. Work with Base Managers on internal communications initiatives. Establish strong working connections with front line staff and help tell the story of their service to multiple audiences. General Communications Support As a member of Ornges communications team, collaborate and support other projects within the department, including media relations, social media, issues management, writing website content and other duties as assigned. Qualifications Postsecondary education (degree or diploma) in Communicationsrelated disciplines such as public relations or journalism is required. 2+ years experience in communications and/or community relations is required. A valid drivers license is required. Technical expertise and experience in multimedia production is considered a strong asset. Experience in a healthcare or aviationrelated organization will be considered an asset. Total Rewards Health and Dental Benefit Plan Optional Enrollment. 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program. Premium Defined Benefits Pension Plan Optional Enrollment. Perks: Employee Promotional Programs relating to personal phone plans, furniture, home/car insurance, travel, fitness, attractions and more! Tuition reimbursement and opportunities for learning and development. Ornge encourages applications from candidates identifying as a member of a traditionally underrepresented group including First Nations, Mtis, Inuit, and urban Indigenous peoples; Francophone persons; Black and racialized persons; members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities; and persons with disabilities. Ornge is committed to providing accessible accommodations in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please email us at . Ornge communicates with candidates for job openings by email and does not incorporate AI technology in its recruitment process. #J-18808-Ljbffr