Senior Advisor

Reporting to the Director, Program and Operations Communications, the Senior Communications Advisor supports the Communications department in helping Assisted Living Alberta (ALA) pursue its mission, vision and strategic goals of delivering safe, quality care in the places Albertans call home. This position is responsible for developing and implementing communication activities within assigned programs and projects by undertaking planning and delivery of communications, promotional activities, media relations and issues management, and other activities, including patient relations. The ideal candidate will thrive in a faced paced environment and be adaptable to changing priorities. This posting may be used to fill 2 vacancies. In addition to a competitive rate of pay, ALA currently has a Remote Retention Allowance in place to an annual maximum of $3,000. This allowance is non-pensionable and is payable on an hourly basis for all hours paid at the basic rate of pay.Description:
Works with director and other senior communications advisors in across communications, engagement and external relations teams to develop and implement communication plans. Works with director and other senior communications advisors in communications, engagement and external relations teams to develop key messaging, briefing notes, speaking notes, strategic communications plans, etc., in consultation with key stakeholders. Researches and writes content and stories for various communications channels, including publications and internal and external websites. Supports issues management, including writing key messaging and briefing notes and responding to media calls.Transition Company: Assisted Living AlbertaUnion: ExemptClassification: Senior AdvisorUnit and Program: Assisted Living Alberta, Communications and EngagementPrimary Location: Grande Prairie Public HealthLocation Details: Eligible to work remotely within AlbertaNegotiable Location: ProvincialEmployee Class: Regular Full TimeFTE: 1.00Posting End Date: 16-NOV-2026Date Available: 26-NOV-2026Hours per Shift: 7.75Length of Shift in weeks: 2Shifts per cycle: 10Shift Pattern: Days, On CallDays Off: Saturday/SundayMinimum Salary: $38.73Maximum Salary: $66.42Vehicle Requirement: Not ApplicableRequired Qualifications:
A degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism or related field. Five or more year's experience in a corporate communications environment.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills. Strong diplomacy and relationship building skills. Attention to detail and sound decision-making skills required. Proven initiative and motivation required. Must be flexible and reliable. Ability to manage tight deadlines and juggle multiple priorities. Demonstrated ability to work with confidential, sensitive information.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with or in the public sector or health care is an asset. Continuing care/seniors health/assisted living experience an asset.Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.Healthy Albertans. Healthy Communities. Together.
We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta.Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach;
it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
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