Position Overview

Calian is seeking a Project Communications Officer to assist our client with the facilitation of their project.

Responsibilities
Develop and implement communication plans for geographically dispersed DND/CAF organizations holding equipment of interest to the project.
Once a specific base or area has been identified the Communications Officer will establish and build relationships with local DND/CAF personnel identified as the Office of Primary Interest (OPI).
Coordinate with the local OPIs to establish available dates for visits, security clearances, site access, access to equipment, visit requests, and supporting personnel requirements.
Work extensively with the internal Calian team to confirm team visits, site information schedule, and hire personnel requirements to support the project.
Oversee the marking operations and assessments for your given geographic location, reporting back any issues to the appropriate internal Calian team
Support three to five geographically dispersed Calian teams as they serial mark equipment/fabricate tags.
Create communications support materials.
Express and exchange information in a transparent and concise manner.
Ensure information is communicated to the appropriate people in a timely manner.




Determine target audiences to better develop messages.
Identify and determine communications impediments and barriers.
Provide suggestions on measures to improve the communications process.

Qualifications
Must have a minimum 36 months of experience performing the following activities:

1- Planning, researching, modifying, assisting, writing and/or reviewing memos, manuals, and other non-journalistic articles with conformance to established standards

2- Developing and implementing communication strategies and plans

3- Providing advice on matters relating to policy/program development approaches or options and communications planning alternatives (internal or external)
Must have successfully completed a University degree (in any field) or College diploma (in any field)
Must have demonstrated experience working with the Canadian Armed Forces, including familiarity with military operations, structure, and defence program settings, enabling effective collaboration within CAF-led projects and initiatives

Additional Requirements
Must be bilingual in both French and English
Must be familiar with internal DND communications
Must be able to obtain a Government Security Clearance at the Secret level

📌 Project Communications Officer Coquitlam
🏢 Calian Group
📍 Coquitlam