At Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS), we’re more than just a workplace; we’re a proud community dedicated to supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families in their daily lives. We carefully curate and provide programs and services designed to meet their unique needs and enhance their mental, social, physical, financial and familial well-being. CFMWS employees deliver programs and services including recreation, sports and fitness programs, customized financial services, retail services, access to retail savings and discounts and offers family support and organizes charity events.
Our success stems from living our values. Our employees care about their role in supporting Canadian Armed Forces members, veterans and their families and act with integrity in all they do. Thriving in our close-knit environment, we act as one team with one mission. We constantly seek new ideas and creative ways to deliver the best possible programs and services.
As an employer, we offer a commitment to your health, wellness and growth. We provide a diverse range of roles across many locations and a career where you can make a meaningful impact.
The Corporate Communications Officer will plan, manage, develop and execute corporate communications plans for projects and initiatives, from needs assessment, planning, and content development to distribution. They will create and implement corporate communications policies and materials that reflect the organization’s strategic objectives and brand expression. They will develop engaging public-facing corporate communications collateral, including but not limited to publications, promotional items, fact sheets, and advertisements, key messages, speaking remarks, web content and presentations.
Our ideal candidate is detail-oriented, has excellent writing skills, and is experienced in implementing corporate communications plans.
Education, Certifications and Licenses
College diploma or certificate in Communications, Marketing, Public/Media Relations, or a related field AND several years of experience in communications, public/media relations or in a related field
Experience
In managing, developing and executing communications plans
In planning, coordinating and delivering corporate materials
In assessing strategic communications approach and/or stakeholder engagement issues
In communications and public relations
In drafting and editing strategic communications and stakeholder engagement materials
In planning and conducting presentations and meetings
In conducting research and analysis
In writing for different audiences, including digital spaces
In working with graphics and/or promotional designers
In project management
In negotiating service contracts and working with various suppliers
In budget administration
In managing websites and content management systems
Competencies
Client focus, organizational knowledge, communication, innovation, teamwork and leadership.
English or French Essential, Bilingual (English and French) an asset
Reading: Advanced Level
Writing: Functional Level
Oral: Advanced Level
Health Benefits: Drug coverage, healthcare spending account, virtual care (telemedicine), Employee and Family Assistance Program, mental health support, travel insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance.
Work Life Balance: Flexible work options and a wide range of paid/unpaid leave, including paid vacation, family related leave and personal days.
Retirement Planning: A Defined Benefit Pension Plan and Group Savings Plans.
Learning and Development: Payment of professional association memberships, online learning opportunities including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and second language training.
Perks: Discounts through CF One Member Appreciation.
Explore all the benefits CFMWS offers by visiting: https://cfmws.ca/Benefits
This is a hybrid position with an assigned work location allowing the employee to work partly from a corporate office and partly from a home office in accordance with the CFMWS Flexible Work Options Policy, and with approval from the direct manager.
07 July 2025
CFMWS is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and accessible environment, where all employees feel valued, respected and supported. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who can help us build a workforce that reflects the diversity of Canadian society. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or assessment, you should advise the recruitment team in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.
