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Senior Media Relations Advisor
Government of Alberta · Closes tomorrow
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1 Check who can apply You are here
This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Citizenship or work permit rules are not stated in the posting.
Education: University graduation in journalism, communications or a related field. Equivalent education and experience may be considered, one year for one year.
Experience: Four years of related experience in media relations, communications planning, issues management and project delivery.
What they ask for:
- University degree in journalism, communications or a related field.
- Four years of related experience.
- Media relations and proactive outreach, especially with national or international outlets.
- Communications planning experience.
- Issues management and strategic communications advice.
- Project delivery with internal and external stakeholders.
2 Resume and cover letter
Tailor your resume to this posting: use its words and show each requirement with a concrete example. In Canada, leave out your photo, age and marital status. Add a short cover letter if the posting asks for one or accepts it.
3 Apply on the official site
Closing date: October 29 (Closes tomorrow) Check the closing time on the posting.
Apply online through the official posting. Include a resume with months and years for all education and work experience, and show how you meet the requirements.
4 Interview, tests and references
If you are shortlisted, they contact you, often by email. Interviews can be in person or by video, and some jobs also have a written or practical test. Have two or three references ready: former supervisors who know your work.
Good to know:
- This job is temporary and ends March 31, 2027.
- The job is in-office in Edmonton.
- Final candidates must pass a criminal records check, at their own cost.
- Candidates with post-secondary studies from outside Canada are advised to get an credential evaluation, such as IQAS.
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