Description
Under the direction of the Manager, Special Projects (Public Relations) assist with the implement consultation plans, strategies, programs and initiatives in support of Capital projects across the Province.
General Accountabilities:
- Identify key stakeholders affected by Hydro One's Capital projects or who may have an interest in the project e.g. elected officials (e.g., mayors, councillors, MPPs), municipal/regional/county staff, public interest and ratepayers groups, media, members of the general public and other key stakeholders.
- Research interests, demographics and unique features of the community (e.g., recent economic and growth trends and new facilities development).
- Prepare a range of written documents and communication pieces to inform stakeholders about Hydro One Capital activities/projects.
- Respond to written enquiries and document consultation process in reports for the purposes of regulatory proceedings including written products such as letters, reports, notes of meeting, evidence for regulatory applications and hearings, news releases, newspaper ads, information panels and web copy
- Attend team meetings for Hydro One Capital projects.
- Represent Public Affairs and the community relations viewpoints in discussions of local project requirements and strategies to address issues.
- Assist senior staff in implementing programs.
Specific Accountabilities
- Prepare supporting documents and materials for discussions and meetings with key audiences (e.g., council presentation).
- Organize consultation activities, e.g., public information centres, community meetings and the community events in support of Hydro One Capital projects.
- Represent the Company at other municipal, community or special events to further corporate objectives (e.g., trades shows, local fairs, community presentations, municipal conferences, etc.,).
- Manage logistics with respect to venues, arranging staff attendance and the production and transport of supporting materials.
- Provide a communications link between key stakeholders (e.g., municipal staff, elected officials, special interest groups, property owners) and Hydro One's Public Affairs and Capital staff.
- Ensure information exchange is conducted in a timely manner and updates are provided on a regular basis.
- Respond to telephone or email enquiries from the general public and the media when they show interest or concern in matters related to Hydro One projects or other activities or issues affecting Hydro One served communities.
- Keep up-to-date with the latest developments in the field of community relations/public affairs and specifically public consultation research and techniques.
Selection Criteria & Essential Competencies
- Requires a good knowledge of English and communication skills to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of management, municipals officials, community leaders and the general public.
- Bachelor's Degree (Public Relations, Journalism or Communications Degree would be an asset)
- Requires experience in such fields as issues management activities and media relations to be familiar with the preparation of promotional and news agency release processes, the preparation of material for publication, documentation testimony at public hearings for public relations and public consultation programs
- Valid Driver's license
If you share our passion for safety, our customer service focus, and are ready to play a lead role in building a bright future, we would love to hear from you!
Hydro One is an enthusiastic equal opportunity employer. We thank all candidates for applying. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are selected for an interview and require special accommodations please speak with the hiring manager.
Deadline: November 27, 2017
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Contact
Hydro One Inc.
483 Bay St
Toronto
Ontario Canada
www.HydroOne.com
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