Communications Associate Communications & Public Relations Reports to: Director of Communications and Strategy Status: Casual Communications Associate. The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) is seeking an interested qualified to fill the key role of Communications Associate. Life at WAHA A beacon of healing, wellness, and innovation, WAHA connects remote communities with the care they deserve. With spellbinding views surrounding each site, team members bask in the tranquility of the land, juxtaposed against a bustling workplace busy addressing the complex needs of the region. Each day brings a challenge
- the good kind that stretches you, helps you grow, and makes you feel vital. We are an integrated health system providing the full continuum of care to the six communities of the western James Bay coast with over 500 employees, physicians, and partners in care. From Primary, Acute, and Mental Health, Dental, Specialty Clinics, Population Health and the WAHA Paramedic Service, the opportunities for growth are boundless. We provide community-based programming in all six of our communities, have six paramedic bases, three hospitals, four emergency departments, one community health centre and a total of 72 beds. Our guiding goal is to be a centre of excellence in Indigenous and remote healthcare. At WAHA, we are leading the way in health transformation. Come and immerse yourself in the local Cree culture, work with dedicated and passionate colleagues, and live in beautiful northern communities with amazing community members. Our mission is to provide optimum healthcare as close to home as possible.



Interest or knowledge of communications principles and practices Able to work within a team while supporting colleagues in their roles Customer service focused with an ability to bring positive change throughout the organization Commitment to develop, grow, and learn about the corporate communications field Assist in managing the social media accounts of the organization Work with team to develop, implement, and monitor communications platforms Implement an open communication feedback loop aimed at increasing cross-departmental communication Create graphics for postings, monitor feedback, and provide suggestions for key communications initiatives Provide support to all team members to ensure departmental tasks and initiatives are completed in a timely manner Diploma in Communication, Business Administration, a related field, or a willingness to obtain is required Two to three years of experience in an office and or healthcare corporate setting Knowledge, or interest in corporate communications, communications principles, and social media tools Experience and knowledge of the Cree people of the Mushkegowuk region is an asset Experience of the provincial and federal health systems is considered an asset Ability to communicate in the local native Cree language is an asset Be part of an organization leading health transformation in the remote north Ability to work with a purpose, connected to an amazing community and culture, with opportunities to learn and grow This job posting is for an existing vacancy. As part of our recruiting process, AI tools may assist in the screening of applications.
Accommodations are available in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights code and Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. #

📌 2026-289 Communications Associate (Canada)
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