Media Director

Do you have a passion for ensuring Albertans receive the best possible health care?  Are you looking for a way to make a difference while using your skills to make a difference in people’s lives?

Open Arms Patient Advocacy Society is currently recruiting for Media Director! The roles and responsibilities for this position are outlined below. We are a non-profit organization based in Alberta that offers free advocacy services for individuals in our province who are struggling with their healthcare needs. We empower individuals to have a voice, and offer guidance, resources, and support to help navigate our challenging healthcare system. 

Please apply using the form at the bottom of our volunteer page: https://openarmsadvocacy.com/volunteer/. Only selected candidates will be contacted for an interview, but we thank all applicants for their interest in supporting our mission! 

Role and Responsibilities 

The Media Director will work in collaboration with the Marketing Chairs, Outreach Director, and the Marketing & Outreach Team to promote the services of the Society through news outlets and other media. The ideal candidate will have experience with news reporting and media. Some of the key responsibilities include:  

 
Develop and implement media strategies that will be optimal for Open Arms in collaboration with the Marketing and Outreach Team. 

Develop and maintain relationships with news outlets across Alberta.  

Serve as a primary spokesperson for the Society in collaboration with the Board Chair.  

Work with clients and advocates to bring media attention to their case, if desired. 

Evaluate media efforts and determine measures of success.  

Collaborate with the Marketing Committee to produce social media posts, blogs, and newsletters related to Alberta healthcare matters/news on a regular basis. 

Stay up to date on current healthcare issues and matters surrounding patient care.