Writer And Content Advisor

POSITION: Writer and Content Advisor

REPORTS TO: Communications and Issues Management Specialist

DEPARTMENT: Marketing and Communications

LOCATION: North Bay

REFERENCE: 800-73-24

Who We Are

Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We employ over 900 skilled professionals and are over 120 years old and proud of our heritage and connection to the communities we serve. We are focused on moving forward with the goal of being a valued leader in transportation. We offer competitive salary, excellent benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, paid vacation, 3 paid personal leave days along with discounted transportation on our bus and passenger rail services.

Accountability Statement

The Writer and Content Advisor is a seasoned writer who works collaboratively with a team of analysts, planners, and operational leads to draft, refine and edit corporate publications such as the Annual Report and grant proposals. This role will ensure that external communications are consistent, accurate, polished, and meet provincial reporting requirements . The Writer and Content Advisor will also work on creative projects to generate compelling blogposts, video scripts, social media posts, speaking notes and more.

Major Duties/ Responsibilities

• Refines Business Cases that are submitted to the MTO for funding, ensuring that they are consistent and written professionally.
• Proofread correspondence and documents, providing suggestions and advice to others.
• Research, lead, write and submit grant and funding applications on behalf of Ontario Northland.
• Operationalize content marketing efforts and drive forward effective storytelling.
• Create templates and tools to assist others in creating content.
• Coordinate, compile, and edit corporate documents including the annual report.
• Assists with public facing events, announcements, stakeholder engagement, etc., as required.
• Ensures review and publication deadlines are met.
• Meet regularly with government counterparts to produce a production schedule for these documents and coordinate draft versions.
• Collects and submits list of important dates and engagement activities to senior team and MTO weekly.
• Works with the Communications and Issues Management Specialist to pitch announcement opportunities to MTO about funding.
• Conducts detailed review, editing, tracking of materials prepared - ensuring they are consistent, on-brand, clear, accurate and relevant.
• Collaborate closely with the Finance team, Project Management Office, Executive Agency Modernization Lead and Marketing and Communications team.
• Lead content strategy and monthly content reviews with content creators and channel owners
• Conducts environmental scanning activities and creates reports on relevant topics.
• Writes speaking notes for executives and board members.
• Ensures the published document meets all current accessibility standards .
• Present gathered information cohesively, in a consistent tone, voice and style.
• Further develop Ontario Northland’s brand voice, writing style and educate others by developing tools and templates.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent writing and editing skills, capable of writing in different tones for different audiences.
• Strong computer skills with intermediate experience with Microsoft products including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience working in a communication, non-profit, business, public sector or educational settings.
• Experience using AI writing tools.
• Demonstrated experience in creating corporate documents or government reports/materials (annual reports, executive summaries, briefing notes, speeches, etc.)
• Knowledge of AODA and privacy legislation and other legislative requirements
• Valid driver’s license
• University Degree in Business Administration/Management, Marketing, Public Administration, or Communications.
• Strong planning, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and be respectful of sensitive and confidential information.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality, including meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong team player: able to work collaboratively, take responsibility, and understand their role in building positive public perception of the organization.
• Sound strategic judgement and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide range of individuals across all levels of the organization and with external community stakeholders.
• 5+ years of experience in marketing, communications, grant writing or business planning.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education verification.

CLOSING DATE: August 13, 2023 no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name and number.

Ontario Northland is an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources.

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