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Description

The Saskatchewan Research Councils (SRC) Business Ventures Division is seeking a Communications and Government Relations Specialist to join the Communications section. This position will provide administrative and project support for senior project leads.
Accountabilities
    Assist with the preparation of written materials and presentations.  Work may include key messages for government, media relations, legislative and regulatory submissions, briefing notes, communications and marketing materials
    Plan and coordinate tours and meetings with government officials, clients and foreign dignitaries
    Organize, track and provide status reports on projects and action items.  Maintain records and perform monitoring
    Help develop and implement best practices, maintain and enhance SharePoint sites and other tools/software to assist the team  
    Participate in special projects as assigned
Qualifications
    Bachelors degree in political science, business, public administration, or related, coupled with a minimum of 3 years experience
    Previous experience in coordinating government protocol requirements, including organizing, coordinating and hosting high level engagements with foreign government and clients
Skills
    Strong critical thinking skills and organizational skills
    Ability to act with diplomacy and maintain confidentiality
    Strong writing and editing skills
    Excellent ability to process and integrate information
    Proficient in using Microsoft Office and SharePoint
    Ability to perform in a complex organization with ever-changing demands and priorities