Home ⁄ Careers ⁄ Communications and Community Engagement Specialist Communications and Community Engagement Specialist Communications and Community Engagement Specialist Downtown East Toronto Ontario Health Team Executive Director and Manager, Operations and Population Health, DET OHT 36.04 to $44.72 per hour Non-Union) Contract, Full-Time (Contract, 1 year with a possibility of extension) The Downtown East Toronto Ontario Health Team (DET OHT) is a partnership of 47 health and social service organizations working together to build a more connected system of care for people living in the downtown east. Our work is guided by the 2026–2030 Strategic Plan and grounded in Client and Family Centered Care, Health Equity, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Transparent Collaboration, Quality Improvement, and Responsive Leadership. Community members play a central role in shaping our work, including co‑designing initiatives, advising on equity implementation, strengthening governance, and contributing to system planning. The Communications and Community Engagement Specialist leads day-to-day communications and supports structured community engagement activities for the DET OHT. This role is responsible for developing clear, accessible communications that strengthen alignment across Team Member organizations and support meaningful participation of community members through the Community Advisory Network (CAN). This is a hands‑on role focused on execution, coordination, and continuous improvement. Membership in Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). Up to four weeks of vacation per year (to start). Up to five personal days per year. An extended healthcare and dental package. An employee assistance plan.



Communications Planning & Execution Develop and implement annual communications workplans aligned with DET OHT priorities. Draft and distribute newsletters, announcements, briefing materials, and presentations. Maintain website content and support social media updates. Ensure messaging is clear, accessible, and aligned with equity principles. Coordinate media inquiries and draft media materials in collaboration with leadership. Content Development & Storytelling Produce written content including community stories, initiative updates, and partner spotlights. Conduct interviews with partners and community members to support storytelling. Support basic visual and digital content creation (in collaboration with external vendors when required). Maintain consistency in tone, visual identity, and brand use across materials. Community Advisory Network (CAN) Coordination Coordinate CAN meetings, including scheduling, agendas, materials, and follow‑up. Support onboarding and orientation of CAN members. Ensure community input is documented and shared with relevant working groups. Support accessible communication materials for community members. Team Member Communications Manage communications to Team Member organizations, including updates and meeting summaries. Support cross‑organizational information sharing. Assist with coordination of webinars, workshops, and partner events. Maintain distribution lists and internal communication tools.



Track communications and engagement metrics (e.g., Conduct simple surveys and compile results. Support reporting requirements related to engagement activities. Post‑secondary degree or diploma in communications, public relations, journalism, community engagement, or related field. ~5–7 years of relevant experience in communications and/or community engagement. ~ Demonstrated experience producing high‑quality written materials for diverse audiences. Strong writing and editing skills with attention to clarity and accessibility. Experience managing newsletters, websites (e.g., WordPress), and digital platforms. Basic understanding of equity‑informed engagement practices. Robust organizational and project coordination skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision. Familiarity with Ontario’s health system is an asset. Understands and works within the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA), Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), the Ontario Human Rights Code, Ontario Health Protection and Promotion Act, and other relevant legislation, including, but not limited to, regulations for the safe preparation and quality of food. by taking all reasonable precautions and working in compliance with SHC related policies, health and safety legislation and best practices. The position standard work week is 37.5 hours, typically Monday through Friday, with occasional evening meetings to support community engagement. The role must be available to attend on‑site meetings within 24 hours’ notice. The role requires professionalism and diplomacy when interacting with diverse partners and community members. Sherbourne is

📌 Communications and Community Engagement Specialist (Canada)
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