Communications advisor

Working language: French

This position is primarily conducted in French. Professional fluency in French (spoken and written) is required.

You’ll thrive and find fulfillment in this role if…

• Being the first point of contact for children facing illness and their families would give you the feeling of making a real difference every day.
• You genuinely care about people and know how to ask the right questions, even on sensitive topics, with empathy and tact.
• You stand out for your organizational skills and adaptability.
• You are recognized for your strong writing abilities.
• Storytelling and content development are among your strengths.
• You are comfortable managing several projects simultaneously without losing track of priorities.
• You have an impeccable work ethic.
• You thrive in an environment where collaboration, respect, and enjoying working together are part of everyday life.

The role

The person in this role reports to the Communications and Engagement Vice Presidency, whose mission is to position Enfant Soleil’s image in order to increase brand awareness, foster loyalty among donors, partners, and volunteers, and support fundraising initiatives. Reporting to the Director, Communications and Community Relations, the Communications Advisor is responsible for:

• Identifying families who wish to become ambassadors for the cause, gathering their stories, and serving as their first point of contact;
• Writing and revising family testimonials;
• Designing and developing content for video capsules intended to raise public awareness and support Enfant Soleil’s mission;
• Coordinating all activities related to Enfants Soleil (interviews, procedures, requests, profiles, video shoots, logistics related to their participation in events, etc.);
• Contributing to the development, planning, and writing of communication content;
• Participating in the planning of communication tools by proposing topics, writing synopses, and coordinating internal and external collaborators;
• Planning and coordinating events involving multiple stakeholders from various sectors (film crews, families, hosts, partners, healthcare staff, etc.);
• Ensuring consistency in editorial direction and brand image across all organizational communications;
• Writing key messages, briefing notes, speaking notes for organizational representatives, press releases, and other documents supporting the mission;
• Maintaining and improving communication tools (presentation kits, press kits, media lists, etc.);
• Proactively contributing to the continuous improvement of collaborative processes and work tools;
• And of course, supporting the team with various other tasks, because we believe great things are achieved together.

Your experience

• University degree in communications or a related field;
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience;
• Excellent French writing skills, with clarity, rigor, and strong messaging;
• Strong writing and editing skills, knowledge of narrative techniques, and ability to revise content;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ease with collaboration tools (Monday, an asset).

Your strengths and natural talents

• Excellent interpersonal skills;
• Strong ability to manage multiple files simultaneously with structure and composure;
• Solution-oriented mindset with a strong focus on service and human relationships;
• Strong team spirit and interdisciplinary collaboration skills;
• Sound judgment, diplomacy, and emotional intelligence;
• Proactive approach, initiative, and ability to lead projects from A to Z.

Your future work environment

• A team of passionate, caring, and dedicated colleagues;
• A flexible schedule based on a 35-hour work week;
• Competitive benefits: group insurance (medications, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, etc.), retirement savings plan (RRSP), employee assistance program;
• A warm work atmosphere and collaborative culture where your ideas are welcome;
• Work-life balance;
• Summer schedule;
• A compensation plan aligned with pay equity;
• Flexible hybrid remote work offered according to the current policy;
• Vacation, personal days, and additional time off during the holidays.

Travel: Must be able to travel for a few days when required (valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle required).

Start date: As soon as possible.

Send us your application: recrutement@enfantsoleil.ca

Enfant Soleil is committed to employment equity and encourages women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and persons with disabilities to apply. The masculine form is used for simplicity. Only selected candidates will be contacted.