Communications Specialist

Position # : 9009115

Expected Start Date: November 2, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: TBD

Department: Community and Foundation Relations

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: Reporting to the Director, Community and Foundation Relations, the Communications Specialist is responsible for creating and implementing communication strategies that directly impact how the Saskatchewan Health Authority communicates key initiatives, internally and externally, to diverse stakeholders including employees, physicians, patients, health system and union partners, government, and the public. The Specialist uses best-practice tools and corporate channels to communicate projects related to—but not limited to—labour relations/disruptions, privacy, policy, safety in an ever-changing and complex environment.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

3-5 years' experience in communications, preferably within large, diverse public organizations

Education

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Business, Communications, Marketing or Public Relations

Other Education & Training

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Licensed and in good standing with professional association and/or regulatory body, if applicable

Licenses

Valid class 5 driver’s license

Competencies

Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation

Analytical skills

Critical thinking skills

Knowledge & Abilities

Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm

Committed to delivering on patient and family centerd care

Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values

Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety

Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders

Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to lead and coach others

Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system

Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards

Ability to adapt to and implement change

Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines

Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan

Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action

Other Information

Travel within Saskatchewan

This is a provincial role responsible for creating and implementing internal and external communication strategies that directly impact the SHA’s reputation, credibility, and audience engagement. The Specialist provides sound advice to SHA leaders and acts as Community and Foundation Relations resident expert within an assigned portfolio. The Specialist will research, plan, develop, and implement communication tactics using a comprehensive understanding of strategies, practices, and audiences.

The Specialist fosters collaborative relationships with key partners, supports staff education on communications-related matters, and participates in the after-hours on-call rotation for emerging issues and crisis events.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.