Apply By:Monday, October 5, 2026 11:59 pm EDTUse the power of storytelling and strategic communications to inform, inspire and engage employees across the Ministry of TransportationDo you enjoy developing and leading innovative communications and creating engaging employee experiences? If the answer is yes, read more below and apply today!As the Senior Internal Communications Advisor at the Ministry of Transportation, you will serve as a trusted communications advisor, helping bring the ministry's vision, priorities and culture to life for employees across Ontario. Working closely with the Deputy Minister's office, senior leaders and ministry partners, you will develop and deliver engaging communications, provide strategic advice and support leadership communications across the organization.About the hiring managerKimberly Truong is passionate about creating a workplace where people can do their best work and feel valued for their contributions. She fosters an environment built on collaboration, respect and trust, encouraging team members to bring forward new ideas and perspectives. Committed to supporting staff growth and development, she empowers team members to achieve their professional goals while contributing to ministry priorities and delivering meaningful results.About the jobIn this role, you will:lead the communications planning team in developing, coordinating and implementing strategic internal communications plans and initiativesprovide expert communications advice and support to ministry partners, program teams and senior leaders to develop effective strategies and consistent messagingapply political acuity to assess the organizational environment, anticipate emerging issues and provide strategic communications advice to support effective, timely and employee-focused communicationslead or participate in ministry-wide or inter-ministerial communication and marketing initiativesoversee the development, editing and publication of internal newsletters and intranet content, ensuring high-quality, accessible and consistent messagingWhat you bring to the teamStrategic and digital communications skillsunderstand the theories, techniques and processes used to develop and deliver integrated multimedia communications through internal and external channels, including digital and video storytelling content, and traditional communications productsplan, coordinate and manage strategic internal communications plans and initiatives in alignment with ministry goals and objectives, including employee awareness, engagement and organizational prioritiesapply knowledge of digital communications trends,



audience behaviours and emerging platforms to enhance the effectiveness and reach of communications initiativesunderstand ministry strategic directions, programs, policies and priorities, and provide advice and communications support on emerging, sensitive and contentious issuesResearch and analytical skillsidentify and assess organizational trends, emerging issues and communications considerationsprovide strategic advice based on research and analysisinvestigate and assess the relevance of information and emerging issues/trendsProject management and leadership skillslead and/or participate in cross-branch teams, ministry, and cross-ministry projects/committeesplan and coordinate concurrent projects to meet deadlinesevaluate strategic communication plans/strategies for short/long-term impact on audience and ensure consistency with ministry goals and objectivesbuild effective relationships with senior leaders and ministry partners to support communications initiatives and secure approvalsWriting, editing, and presentation skillsprepare strategic communications materials that support awareness, understanding and alignment with ministry priorities, programs and initiativesprovide strategic communications advice to senior management, ministry policy and program staffdevelop presentations that communicate key messages, support organizational objectives and facilitate understanding and engagement on communications initiatives and ministry prioritieswrite, edit and tailor communications products for a variety of audiences and channels, ensuring clarity, consistency and accessibilityDon't meet every qualification?If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.Our hiring process is accessible,



consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:diversity, equity and inclusion initiativesaccessibilityAnti-Racism PolicyWhat we offerThe Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for a wide range of ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:a career that can grow across ministries and job functionsflexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programsmany employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groupstailored work arrangements, including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and moreOur comprehensive compensation and advantages package includes:a defined-benefit lifetime pension plan (guaranteed, ongoing inflation-protected income after retirement)group health, dental, life and disability benefitsa range of vacation and leave optionsan Employee and Family Assistance Program, which provides confidential counseling servicesAdditional information:Apply by:Monday, October 5, 2026 11:59 pm EDTAssociation of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of OntarioCommunications; Marketing and Creative ServicesCustomize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad.Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements forthis job. We rely on the information you provide to us.OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please ContactUs to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team willcontact you within 48 hours.Language requirements and assessment:All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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