Communications & Media Specialist
Why join the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce is Canada’s largest and most activated business network, representing nearly 400 chambers of commerce and boards of trade, and more than 200,000 businesses of all sizes, across every sector and every region of the country. From local main streets to global markets, we work tirelessly on our vision to build a Canada of thriving business opportunity, a strong economy and a better life for all. Our mission is to drive change, partner broadly and be the undisputed champion and catalyst for the future of business success.
Our power lies in connection. We believe that while governments can set the direction of our country, business leaders drive its progress. This is why, through our unparalleled network, we create opportunities for businesses to learn, collaborate, and grow. Together, we turn ideas into action through policy leadership, market insights, inspiring events, and business services that help businesses succeed and Canada thrive.
Working at the Canadian Chamber means helping shape the policies, partnerships, and innovations that support business-building, community-building, and nation-building. As we advance our Strategic Plan, we are seeking exceptional talent who not only understand today’s business realities but are ready to lead what comes next.
What We Offer
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Advancement Opportunities
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Annual Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000
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Comprehensive Benefit Package and Wellness Program covered by the Chamber at no cost to employees
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Competitive vacation
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A defined pension plan starting after one (1) year of service
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Compressed-work week during the summer
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Hybrid work environment
Term and Location
This is a full-time permanent role and is located in Ottawa. The Canadian Chamber offers hybrid work arrangements in our offices, with a requirement of 3 days in-office presence per week, with up to 2 day per week performed remotely.
Summary of the Role and Opportunity
We’re looking for someone who considers writing, media and business to be part of their professional DNA. You’re equal parts strategist and storyteller, comfortable leading communications rollouts across channels, audiences, and platforms. Most importantly, you’re collaborative and understand that the strongest ideas are built as a team.
At the Canadian Chamber, we’re raising the bar. In 2026, our focus is on creating high-quality campaigns, content, and communications that don’t just stand out from the crowd, they help lead the conversation.
Reporting to the VP, Media and Stakeholder Communications, the Communications & Media Relations Specialist plays a key role in shaping and amplifying the voice of the Canadian Chamber of Commerce across media and stakeholder channels.
This position is responsible for developing and executing communications initiatives that strengthen the Canadian Chamber’s reputation as a leading and trusted voice on the issues shaping the future of business in Canada. The successful candidate will create high-quality, audience-centric content while supporting proactive media relations, digital communications and cross-functional campaign execution.
The ideal candidate has a passion for news, business success, and is a strong storyteller and strategic communicator who can translate complex policy and business issues into clear, engaging and accessible content tailored to multiple audiences. They are highly collaborative, digitally savvy and experienced in navigating fast-paced public relations environments while managing multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
This role requires experience working with media relations, content management systems such as WordPress, customer relationship management platforms including HubSpot, and project management tools to support integrated communications planning and execution.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
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Collaborate with teams across the organization to execute integrated communications, thought leadership and content strategies aligned with the Canadian Chamber priorities.
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Research, write and edit a wide range of high-quality content for business-to-business audiences, including Blogs, Op-eds, speaking notes, scripts, Media releases, Annual reports, Toolkits and stakeholder materials
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Develop and implement communications strategies that support organizational reputation, advocacy priorities, stakeholder engagement and corporate objectives.
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Support the VP, Media and Stakeholder Relations in proactive media relations efforts by developing and maintaining relationships with reporters, editors and media contacts to generate earned media coverage.
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Conduct media monitoring, reporting and analysis to evaluate communications effectiveness and identify emerging opportunities and risks.
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Manage and maintain media distribution and stakeholder contact lists using platforms such as HubSpot.
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Manage website content updates and optimization through WordPress, ensuring content is current, engaging and aligned with SEO best practices.
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Coordinate communications projects and timelines using project management platforms and collaborative workflow tools.
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Support cross-functional communications initiatives by contributing strategic recommendations, presentations, reports and campaign plans
Knowledge, Skills and Experience
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Minimum five years of experience in public relations, corporate communications, journalism, public affairs, media relations or content strategy.
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Post-secondary education in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, or a related field.
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Demonstrated experience managing media relations and developing communications strategies in a fast-paced environment.
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Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills with strong command of grammar, syntax and storytelling principles.
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Ability to translate complex policy, advocacy and business topics into clear, informative and engaging content.
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Experience using:
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WordPress
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HubSpot or similar CRM platforms
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Project management tools such as Asana, Monday.com, Trello or ClickUp
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Highly organized with strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
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Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities with the ability to identify issues and recommend solutions.
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Comfortable conducting interviews and gathering information from internal and external stakeholders.
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Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
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Self-motivated, adaptable and eager to learn and grow in a dynamic environment.
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Preference is for someone with a background in or close to journalism, PR, media relations, senior writer or business communications spaces.
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Knowledge of Canadian business, economic and public policy issues is considered a strong asset.
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Bilingualism (English and French) is considered an asset. Native or near-native levels of French spoken and writing capacity is preferred.
