Community Information Officer

Employer

DiversityCanada Foundation

Languages

English

Education

No degree, certificate or diploma

Operating Systems and Software

Google Docs

Customer Sales and Service Agent Specific Skills

Answer telephone and relay telephone calls and messages

Experience

Experience an asset

Business Equipment and Computer Applications

• Spreadsheet
• MS Excel
• MS Windows
• MS Word
• Database software
• Desktop publishing software
• Electronic mail
• MS Office

Additional Skills

Schedule and confirm appointments

Area of Specialization

• Project management
• Interactive/new media
• Audio/audio-visual
• Fundraising

Work Setting

• Internet/Web services company
• Associations and non profit organizations
• Social service or charity agency

Specific Skills

• Act as spokesperson for an organization
• Type and proofread correspondence, forms and other documents
• Respond to enquiries from members of the business community concerning development opportunities
• Initiate and maintain contact with the media
• Arrange and co-ordinate seminars, conferences, etc.
• Answer written and oral inquiries
• Carry out administrative activities of establishment
• Oversee and co-ordinate office administrative procedures
• Answer electronic enquiries
• Compile data, statistics and other information
• Develop and organize workshops, meetings, ceremonies and other events for publicity, fundraising and information purposes
• Develop, implement and evaluate communication strategies and programs
• Prepare and/or deliver educational, publicity and information programs, materials and sessions
• Gather, research and prepare communications material
• Co-ordinate special publicity events and promotions
• Review, evaluate and implement new administrative procedures
• Conduct public opinion and attitude surveys
• Prepare or oversee preparation of reports, briefs, bibliographies, speeches, presentations, Website content and press releases
• Establish work priorities and ensure procedures are followed and deadlines are met
• Co-ordinate and plan for office services such as accommodation, relocation, equipment, supplies, forms, disposal of assets, parking, maintenance and security services
• Assist in the preparation of operating budget and maintain inventory and budgetary controls
• Assemble data and prepare periodic and special reports, manuals and correspondence
• Assist in the preparation of brochures, reports, newsletters and other material
• Open and distribute regular and electronic incoming mail and other material and co-ordinate the flow of information
• Set up and maintain manual and computerized information filing systems

Planning and Management Skills

Manage Event Logistics

Own Tools/Equipment

• Computer
• Printer
• Internet access
• Cellular phone

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Repetitive tasks
• Attention to detail
• Tight deadlines

Work Location Information

Various locations

Personal Suitability

• Initiative
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Flexibility
• Accurate
• Team player
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Client focus
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Organized
• Ability to multitask

Workplace information

Virtual job

Screening questions

Do you currently reside in proximity to the advertised location?