Location: Ottawa, Ontario, primarily Remote, with occasional on-site presence up to 2 days when needed
Language: English required in written and spoken communication, French is an asset
Duration: 1-year contract, through December
Background Check Requirement: Not required

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About the Opportunity

This is a senior-level Communications Advisor opportunity supporting a national, member-driven organization operating at the intersection of healthcare and academia. In this role, you will help shape how value, impact, and trust are communicated to physician members across Canada during a period of evolution and growth.

You will work closely with internal partners across complex and highly technical portfolios, helping translate priorities into clear, compelling communications. From member experience initiatives to surveys, events, and reputational considerations, your work will directly support strategic goals and strengthen engagement with a diverse national audience.

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What’s in it for You

You will join a collaborative and genuinely kind communications team that values flexibility, trust, and good energy. This organization is known for its supportive culture, strong peer relationships, and a shared sense of purpose.

You will gain exposure to meaningful, national-level initiatives while working in a workplace that prioritizes balance and autonomy. 

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Your Responsibilities

• You will develop and execute communications plans that support strategic priorities across assigned portfolios.

• In this role, you will partner with internal stakeholders to understand needs and translate them into effective communications tactics.

• You will build and distribute eblasts, newsletters, and digital communications while applying an editorial and reputational lens.

• You will manage content for web, intranet, and promotional channels using established templates and brand standards.

• You will support events and webinars by coordinating communications before, during, and after delivery.

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Skills and Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive communications experience, with openness to more senior-level candidates

• A bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, Journalism, or a related field

• Experience developing and implementing communications plans in complex environments

• Comfort working in fast-paced, evolving organizations with significant learning curves

• Strong judgment, professionalism, and the ability to communicate with clarity and poise

• Experience in healthcare, academia, nonprofit, or public sector environments is an asset

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Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.