Advocacy Communications Specialist

About the role

The Canadian Cancer Society is seeking a Specialist in Advocacy Communications to join its Strategic Communications team. In this hybrid position you will craft compelling narratives that highlight the impact of the Society’s advocacy work and support the organization’s mission to improve cancer care across Canada.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive communications plans aligned with advocacy priorities.
• Create a variety of materials such as news releases, fact sheets, speeches, presentations, and digital content.
• Collaborate with internal advocacy, health policy, and mission teams to translate complex policy issues into clear, audience‑focused messages.
• Identify and package advocacy stories for multimedia storytelling.
• Assess communications performance and recommend innovative strategies.
• Plan and manage targeted media and public relations activities.

Required profile

• Proven experience in advocacy communications and media relations.
• Strong project‑management abilities and results‑orientation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse internal stakeholders.

Required skills

• Content development for various channels.
• Media relations and public‑relations planning.
• Storytelling and narrative building.

What we offer

• Hybrid work model with flexibility.
• Salary band 4 ranging from $53,000 to $63,000 CAD annually.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on cancer care and public policy.