Full Job Description
Close Date
Oct. 19 2026
Location
Royal Jubilee Hospital (RJH) - Victoria, BC V8R 1J8 CA (Primary)
Work Area (FBA Only)
Multi-Site
No
Travel Requirement
Travel between multiple sites may be required
Shift Start Time/End Time
Days Off
Weekend/Stats
Vacancy Type
Temp FT
Salary Range (Hourly Rate)
$39.03 - $56.11
Paid FTE
1.0
Worked BI-WEEKLY HOURS
75.0
Planned Start Date
Dec. 14 2026
Approximate End Date (For Temporary Assignments ONLY)
Dec. 10 2027
Pending Return of Incumbent
Yes
CRC required? (employee will be working with or have access to children or vulnerable adults and requires a Criminal Record Check)
No
Job Description
Reporting to the Manager and/or Director, Internal & Leadership Communications, or to the designated Project/Program Director, this position is responsible for the development and implementation of strategic communication and engagement plans and activities to support Island Health objectives. The Communications Advisor works closely with the Manager and/or Director and other members of the departmental team or project to develop strategies and tools to improve the flow and quality of information to Island Health staff and medical staff, and other partners as required.
Travel may be a requirement of this position in addition to evening and weekend assignments. Transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of Island Health in accordance with the service assignment and will require the use of a personal vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Bachelor's degree in a related field such as communications, public relations, journalism or marketing/advertising plus three (3) to five (5) years' experience in organizational communications including experience in event planning and video storytelling. Valid BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
• Strong verbal and interpersonal skills
• Positive and enthusiastic team player with an ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse and creative team
• Excellent oral, writing, proofreading and editing skills
• Demonstrated, superior project coordination skills
• Excellent event planning ability
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Ability to interact effectively with the public and internal and external partners
• Graphic design knowledge and experience
• Knowledge of the health care sector
• Ability to understand and apply technical and medical terminology
• Physical ability to carry out duties of the position
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD4169.pdf
Additional information for applicants
The salary range for this position is $76,111 (min) to $95,138 (midpoint) to $109,409 (max) per annum (based on 1 FTE). Salary placement is between min and midpoint, based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
Additional Clauses
Requisition CA
Non Contract
Affiliation/Union
Non-Contract Management