Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Date Posted:
11/02/2026Req ID:
50887Faculty/Division:
Temerty Faculty of MedicineDepartment:
Dept of Family & Community MedicineCampus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)Position Number:
00033821Existing Vacancy:
YesDescription

About us

Home to over 40 departments and institutes, the University of Toronto's Temerty Faculty of Medicine lies at the heart of the Toronto Academic Health Science Network and is a global leader in ground-breaking research and education, spanning clinical medicine, basic science and the rehabilitation sciences sectors.
Your opportunity
The Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM) is recognized internationally for its clinical, educational and research excellence. Our faculty are clinical and academic leaders who are breaking new ground on issues ranging from inner city health, addiction medicine, global health, palliative care, immigrant and indigenous health, and far more.
As Senior Communications Strategist, you will manage our communications and web presence by developing multi-channel communications strategies that are aligned with our department’s overall educational, research and administrative objectives and goals. You will be accountable for developing strategies to manage relationships effectively, engage with a diverse set of internal and external communities and solicit input from faculty and stakeholders. You will deliver engaging and empowering narratives through social, digital and print media that promote various initiatives and programs within DFCM. As the communications lead, you will also serve as the primary resource to faculty supporting with news, feature stories, announcements and leading educational workshops and seminars on branding and strategic marketing.



You will be an action-oriented, strategic thinker with exemplary writing skills and an ability to build trusting relationships and deliver world class communications content.
Your responsibilities will include:
Developing and implementing strategic communication plans to promote DFCM programs, events and strategic initiativesCreating and editing original, published content and materials (i.
E. producing DFCM’s reports and external newsletters)Researching, writing and pitching news and feature stories for various publication, presentations and events of strategic value to othersAdvising on best practices and strategies for web development and developing and maintaining guidelines and procedures for web and digital media standards, content and visual and interface design of digital platformsAnalyzing and recommending the use of current technologies that support publication objectivesDeveloping and leading educational workshops and/or seminarsCreating and maintaining presence on social media platforms and developing and implementing social media operational procedures and best practices that support strategic objectivesEssential Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism, Communications, Marketing or a related field or an acceptable combination of equivalent experienceMinimum five (5) years related experience in a strategic communications role,



developing and implementing communication strategies and plansProven experience identifying and pitching good story opportunities and writing concise, creative and engaging communication pieces (i.
E. news and feature stories) including editing, researching, print/design and reporting;
proven experience translating complex scientific material for the purpose of communication piecesExperience managing social media platforms including building active engagement, expanding reach and using analytics and strategy to report on social media effectivenessExperience maintaining and updating websites, and in the design and product development of website and communications servicesExperience tracking and reporting on metrics and overseeing the production of annual reportsExperience providing strategic and innovative online and print communications recommendationsExperience developing and delivering presentations and leading workshopsExperience fostering and sustaining relationships with internal and external vendorsExperience directing and supervising staffHigh level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, content management systems and experience with new/emerging media and information technologyProven design capabilities and experience with web and graphic design software ( InDesign, Photoshop Illustrator)Proven ability in promoting equitable practices which value inclusiveness and diversitySuperb communication skills and the ability to foster positive relations in a decentralized environmentExceptional storytelling and presentation skillsExcellent attention to detail and solid copyediting and proofreading skillsPrevious achievement in understanding the needs and sensitivities of different audiences and adapting appropriate writing style and contentMust show capacity for

📌 Senior Communications Strategist (Winnipeg)
🏢 University of Toronto
📍 Winnipeg