External Communications Coordinator

At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. 
 
That’s why we pledge to support and empower all of our people to make a positive impact when working hand in hand with our business to drive change. We'll help you accelerate your career and empower you with the right technology and training as you bring ideas and projects to life. 

Together with your colleagues, clients and partners, you'll make an impact that is felt by all. See where your commitment could take you.  

Who are we looking for?   

We are seeking a motivated External Communications Coordinator to join our Marketing and Communications group. In this role, you will act as a liaison between GHD in the Americas and our PR agency, ensuring seamless communication and collaboration.

Bring your curiosity and passion to the technical challenges we solve at GHD. Then see how everyone gets behind you. 

With commitment, there’s no idea too big, no dream too far. We strive to create opportunity for all. Giving you leading training and development programs to accelerate your growth.  

Come and see where your career can take you and the impact your commitment can make.

This position can be based in the Greater Toronto Area, Houston, Tampa or in our Chicago offices

Let's solve the big problems together. 

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in: 

• Acting as a liaison between GHD in the Americas and GHD’s PR agency
• Finding and developing compelling story ideas in alignment with GHD’s market priorities in the Americas and specific geographies
• Crafting earned and paid media content to meet marketing and brand awareness goals in Americas in collaboration with Americas marketing team and PR firm.
• Monitoring earned media coverage and identifying opportunities for proactive earned media outreach and paid media stories primarily for trade media
• Developing collaborative relationships with subject matter specialists and leaders in the Americas
• Collaborating with Marketing & Communications teams in the Americas and globally
• Track effectiveness of earned and paid media outreach efforts and contribute to regular reporting
• Providing advice for the successful implementation of Americas-wide paid and earned media plans to support campaigns
• Proof-reading, editing and reviewing content
• Following GHD’s Writing Style Guide
• Handling media inquiries
• Proof-reading, editing and reviewing content

What you will bring to the team:

• Broad knowledge of media landscape in the Americas
• Experience with A.I and A.I Platforms
• Must have Excellent Writing Skills
• Tertiary qualifications in English, Communications, Journalism or related major
• Confident user of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint,
• Word
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in media relations, PR or journalism
• Experience working in a related field or industry is desirable but not essential: professional services/engineering/architecture/infrastructure/construction/transportation/en ergy/water/environment/sustainability/energy
• Exceptional writing skills, with a focus on applying appropriate writing styles for varying audiences
• Ability to turn technical or complex information into clear, concise and compelling content
• Curious about AI and keen to experiment with these technologies as part of media and communications efforts
• Effective oral communication and facilitation skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• A wide degree of creativity
• Ability to be focused, purposeful and effectively manage competing priorities and highly time-constrained situations
• Ability to nurture collaborative relationships and working environments
• Flexibility to adapt to changing circumstances and environments
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative and the ability to work independently
• Integrity: Understand and embrace GHD’s values, codes of conduct and policies

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As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.