Senior Advisor, Communications
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- Corporate Professionals
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- COV00051194 Requisition #
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- Jun 21, 2025 Post Date
- Classification: Senior Advisor
- Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
- Unit and Program: Marketing & Communications
- Primary Location: One Twelve Campus
- Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 27-JUN-2025
- Date Available: 28-JUL-2025
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Hourly Salary: $36.25
- Maximum Hourly Salary: $54.37
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
A bachelor's degree in communications, public relations, journalism, marketing, arts, social sciences, business administration or a related field. Alternatively, candidates with a relevant diploma, a professional designation from IABC or CPRS, and a minimum of eight years of experience in a complex public sector environment will also be considered.
Additional Required Qualifications:
With five to seven years of experience in strategic communications, this candidate excels in planning, implementing and evaluating initiatives while advising senior leaders or managing high-impact projects. They bring expertise in issues management, crisis communications and media relations, effectively responding to challenges that impact organizational reputation. Their extensive background includes conceptualizing, researching and developing comprehensive communications plans and materials, such as news articles, social media strategies and digital content. Possessing strong project management skills, they adeptly oversee timelines, budgets, team dynamics and stakeholder engagement. With deep proficiency in internal communications and digital platforms, they navigate electronic communications with ease. Highly organized and adaptable, they efficiently balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment while maintaining a strategic and results-driven approach. They possess collaborative and relationship building skills, adaptability and innovative thinking to navigate change. They have a continuous improvement and leadership growth mindset, and the ability to manage tight deadlines on emerging issues.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in healthcare and public sector communications, experience in digital content creation, community engagement and event management. Commitment to Covenant’s core values. Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to apply best practices and emerging trends in communications and technology. This role requires flexibility, including scheduled and emergent after-hours communications support and occasional provincial travel.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.