Job Posting: Communications Officer (OneYear Contract)

Organization: COPE Ontario (Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union - Ontario

Council) Location: Toronto, Ontario (Hybrid work model available) Position Type: Full-Time,

One-Year Contract Start Date: April 1, 2026 (flexible) Application Deadline: February 27, 2026.

About COPE Ontario

COPE Ontario is the provincial arm of the Canadian Office and Professional Employees Union, representing thousands of workers across Ontario in office, professional, and technical roles. We are committed to advocating for fair wages, safe working conditions, and progressive labour policies. Our mission is to empower our members through collective action, education, and community engagement.

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Communications Officer to join our team on a one-year contract. This role is pivotal in amplifying our voice, engaging our members, and driving political action campaigns. The successful candidate will report to the Director and collaborate with union leadership to enhance our visibility and impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Social Media Management: Develop and execute social media strategies across platforms such as X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Create engaging content, monitor trends, respond to inquiries, and analyze performance metrics to grow our online presence.
• Internal Communications: Facilitate effective communication with COPE members through newsletters, email updates, intranet postings, and member events. Ensure timely dissemination of union news, policy updates, and resources to foster member engagement and solidarity.
• External Communications for Political Action Campaigns: Lead the development and implementation of communication plans for political advocacy initiatives. This includes crafting press releases, media kits, campaign messaging, and coordinating with external partners to mobilize public support for labor rights and social justice issues.

Additional duties may include supporting event promotions, website updates, and crisis communication as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2-3 years of experience in communications, preferably in a union, non-profit, or advocacy setting.
• Proven expertise in social media management tools (e.g., Hootsuite, Buffer) and analytics (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Strong writing and editing skills with the ability to adapt tone for diverse audiences.
• Experience in political or campaign communications is an asset.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to labour rights and progressive values.

What We Offer

• Salary as per the Labour Relations Specialist rate in the COPE Ontario/IAMAW collective agreement.
• A hybrid work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and pension contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the labour movement.
• A supportive, collaborative work environment dedicated to making a difference.

COPE Ontario is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from diverse candidates, including those from equity-seeking groups.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and a portfolio of relevant work (e.g., social media campaigns or writing samples) to careers@copeontario.ca with the subject line "Communications Officer Application." Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We thank all applicants for their interest in joining COPE Ontario!