--- | --- | | Director, Public Affairs and Communications (Job Number: 26005663) Primary Location:ON-Mississauga Administration Employee Type:Full time Pay Rate From:NA Pay Rate To:NA Description : Bayshore HealthCare is one of the Canada’s leading providers of home and community health care services and is a privately owned company.

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HealthCare is proud to showcase its achievement as a Platinum member of Canada’s Best Managed Companies Program every year since 2006.

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Healthcare is also recognized as Canada’s Best Employers in Forbes 2023 list. The Director, Public Affairs and Communications will play an integral role in the development and execution of integrated public affairs and communications strategies that support our mission to enhance the quality of life for Canadians. This role will be instrumental in shaping the organization’s voice across the healthcare and homecare landscapes, influencing public policy, and strengthening relationships with key internal and external stakeholders, teams and partners.

This role will actively work across the communications (internal and external), government relations, stakeholder engagement, and issues management teams to help tell the Bayshore HealthCare story. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Strategic Leadership Work with the team to develop and execute comprehensive public affairs and communications strategies aligned with Bayshore HealthCare’s objectives and values. Work with the team as a trusted advisor on public affairs and communications matters. Work with the team to collaborate across departments to ensure alignment of communications, messaging and advocacy efforts, while proactively managing issues and opportunities that impact Bayshore HealthCare’s strategic goals. Media & Communications Collaborate with internal and external communications teams to ensure strategic, effective, consistent messaging is utilized across all channels.

Work with team on media relations, including proactive media outreach, issues management,



and crisis communications. Work with the team to support internal communications initiatives that align with public affairs and Bayshore HealthCare priorities. Develop and implement response strategies, including key messages, Q&As;, and stakeholder outreach as needed. Content & Thought Leadership Work with the team to develop high-impact content including position papers, op-eds, speeches, presentations, and briefing notes. Support thought leadership opportunities in innovation, healthcare and homecare policy. Work with the team to support communication materials to drive positive policy initiatives in home and community care, seniors’ care, and broader healthcare system improvements.

Work with the team on the development of government submissions, briefing materials, and policy recommendations as needed. Stakeholder Engagement Work with the team to foster collaborative relationships with healthcare associations, patient advocacy groups, industry partners, and community organizations. Manage departmental budgets, external consultants, and performance metrics to ensure accountability and impact. Executive Director, Public Relations and Communications Direct Reports: 4 Work Location : Bayshore Healthcare, National Office, Mississauga ON Hybrid - At least 3 days onsite weekly Qualifications :Education • Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Public Policy, Political Science, Communications, Health Administration, or a related field.

- Master’s degree in a relevant discipline is considered a strong asset. Experience • Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in public affairs, government relations, or strategic communications.
- Proven track record of influencing public policy and managing complex stakeholder environments. **Strong leadership, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills. •Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, including experience with media and public speaking. •Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities. •Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset. | | |

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📌 Credentialing Director, Medical Staff Office (Mississauga)
🏢 Bayshore HealthCare
📍 Mississauga