At a Glance
- Tasks: Support Microsoft 365 adoption with creative communication strategies and training materials.
- Company: Public Sector client focused on organizational transformation.
- Benefits: Bilingual role with a contract duration of 48 weeks in Ottawa.
- Other info: Must have Government of Canada Reliability Status security clearance.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by enhancing communication in a large organization.
- Qualifications: Master's in Journalism and 3 years of relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 62100 - 75900 $ per year.
About the Opportunity
Our Public Sector client is seeking a bilingual Senior Communications Consultant to support the implementation and adoption of Microsoft 365 across a large, geographically dispersed organization. The successful candidate will assist with the development and implementation of communications strategies, create communications and training materials, and deliver training to end users. The role also involves providing communications advice, supporting organizational transformation initiatives, and maintaining SharePoint Online and website content.
- Assist in the development and implementation of communication plans for geographically dispersed organizations undergoing organizational transformation.
- Provide communications consultation and advice to support communication initiatives and strategies.
- Create communications and training support materials.
- Develop and implement creative communication and information products using various tools, techniques, and media, selecting appropriate channels to convey information, ideas, and results.
- Ensure information is communicated to the appropriate audiences in a timely manner.
- Prepare reports using clear, professional, and effective language.
- Encourage and gather internal and external feedback to ensure communications are clearly understood.
- Structure external communications to maintain an appropriate organizational image.
- Maintain confidentiality of organizational information and data.
- Identify target audiences to develop effective communications messages.
- Identify communications barriers and recommend approaches to address them.
- Provide advice on policy and program development approaches and internal or external communications planning alternatives.
- Deliver SharePoint Online training to end users.
- Assist with maintaining SharePoint Online and website content.
About You
The successful candidate will have the following:
- A Master of Journalism degree from a recognized Canadian university.
- Minimum 3 years of experience within the last five years as a Communications Advisor in a Government of Canada environment, demonstrating the following:
- Developing communications plans and materials to support a Government of Canada program within a department with at least 8,000 employees.
- Developing web-based communications materials that comply with Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) Canada.ca guidelines.
- Conducting website ROT (Redundant, Outdated, Trivial) analysis and reporting on Government of Canada web pages.
- Providing communications training and education sessions to Government of Canada end users.
- Advanced proficiency in English and French, including oral communication, comprehension, and writing.
- Active Government of Canada Reliability Status security clearance.
About the Job
- Location: West End Ottawa, Ontario
- Contract Duration: 48 weeks, estimated November 9, 2026, to October 8, 2027
- Security Clearance: Reliability Status
- Language Requirement: Bilingual (English and French)
Please note that all candidates must be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity.
Senior Communications Consultant employer: LRO Staffing
LRO Staffing is an exceptional employer that values the expertise of its Senior Business Analysts by providing a collaborative work environment in the heart of Ottawa. With a strong focus on professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their skills through engaging projects and direct interaction with senior management and stakeholders. The company fosters a culture of inclusivity and innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the public sector.
