Media and Events Officer (Fixed Term)

About the role

The British Consulate-General in Toronto represents the UK Government in Ontario, part of a network of five UK offices in Canada. The Media and Events Officer works closely with the Consul General and a communications team to support engagement with decision-makers and influencers, run strategic communications and media engagement across social, broadcast and print channels, and organise representational events such as working group dinners and large receptions. The post is full-time, fixed term, 10 months, starting 4 January 2026 and ending 9 November 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Communications and public diplomacy: advise on communications strategy, create and deliver digital and multi-platform content, run targeted campaigns, research audience trends, evaluate campaign impact and build relationships with local media, journalists and influencers.
• Events: curate and deliver high-profile receptions and events, develop event concepts, manage guest lists and stakeholder engagement, coordinate planning, logistics, venues, catering, security and on-the-day delivery, and manage contractors and suppliers.
• Manage budgets and projects, and provide cover for the Chief of Staff and Corporate Services where appropriate.

Required profile

• Previous experience in a related field, with excellent PR and communication skills.
• Experience working with political parties and/or government, including in an advisory capacity.
• Good understanding of social media and the digital communications landscape, and ability to create social media content including video.
• Ability to develop or customise stories for national and international audiences and to represent the organisation in high-profile, high-pressure settings.
• Strong understanding of how the news media can be used to influence change and knowledge of international affairs.
• Organising events.
• Desirable: knowledge of Canada's media landscape and French or other languages.

Required skills

• Excellent PR and communication skills.
• Programme management, budgeting and procurement of services.
• Event planning, logistics and supplier management.
• Press release writing, interview arrangements and briefing packs for the Consul General.

What we offer

• Monthly salary of CAD 6,675.82; salary is non-negotiable.
• Flexible working where operational and security needs allow, with a minimum of 60% office presence; TOIL for weekend or evening work.
• In-house training, shadowing and mentoring, funds for professional qualifications, travel across Canada and overseas, and a reserve list for unsuccessful appointees.