Posted last month
Communications Advisor / Senior Communications Advisor
@ Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) | Service canadien du renseignement de sécurité (SCRS)
Ottawa, Ontario
SIGNALS
Overview
Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) is hiring Communications Advisors (L07) and Senior Communications Advisors (L08) to develop communications and engagement products, advise stakeholders and senior management, and coordinate initiatives that advance organizational priorities. The roles require an enhanced Top Secret clearance, bilingual proficiency, and most positions are in-office; overtime and travel may be required.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver communications and engagement products and plans
- Provide strategic advice to senior management and executives
- Lead communications strategies for high-profile initiatives
- Monitor emerging issues, risks and trends
- Coordinate activities with internal and external partners
Requirements summary:
- Undergraduate degree or college diploma in a related field
- Two to six years of relevant communications experience
- Bilingual proficiency (BBB for L07, CBC for L08)
- Eligibility for Enhanced Top Secret security clearance
- Judgment, strategic thinking, negotiating and analytical skills
Tools & skills
ResearchDecision makingMedia studiesPublic relationsEditingRelationship buildingAnalytical skillsTeam leadershipStakeholder managementLandscape analysisProcess improvementBilingualismSecurity regulations
Source and dates
Source type not verified · apify-linkedin
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-14
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-14
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-14
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Communications |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English, French |
| Background checks | credit, drug and alcohol |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples, People with disabilities |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (required), College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | Public administration, Indigenous relations, International relations, Media studies, Multimedia |
| Security clearance | Enhanced reliability |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) | Service canadien du renseignement de sécurité (SCRS)
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 4 |
Job description
Job Summary
Communications Advisor L07
The Communications Advisor provides advice, develops products, and supports initiatives that advance organizational priorities. Main functions include:
The Senior Communications Advisor provides strategic communications advice and leads communications and engagement activities for complex, high-profile initiatives.
Main Functions Include
Communications Advisor (L07)
Any higher level of education (i.e.: Masters, Doctorate) in a related field of study could be recognized as experience
Experience
An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.
At Least One (1) Year Of Experience, Acquired Within a Government Or Corporate Setting, In One Or More Of The Following Areas Would Be Considered An Asset For Communications Advisor L07 And Senior Communications Advisor L08
While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, most roles in our organization require an in-office presence. However, alternative options may be available for certain positions, depending on their specific requirements.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
Official Language (OL) Proficiency
The immediate need is to staff positions with various language requirements:
Communications Advisor (L07)
Notes
If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.
You are invited to visit Canada.ca for tips on how to submit a powerful application: www.canada.ca/en/security-intelligence-service/corporate/csis-jobs/how-to-submit-a-powerful-application
Security Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.
Others
Important
We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as we will be reviewing and screening applications on a rolling basis until all available positions are filled. Federal Workforce Adjusted (WFA) employees are encouraged to apply for available positions and clearly indicate in their WFA status on their cover letter.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.
CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA) . CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.
CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. Gaps have been identified among Persons with Disabilities and Indigenous peoples for this position. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.
Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.
CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.
The personal information provided in your application is protected under the Privacy Act and will be held in Personal Information Bank SIS/P-PU-025.
We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Apply Now
Page details 2026-10-15
Communications Advisor L07
The Communications Advisor provides advice, develops products, and supports initiatives that advance organizational priorities. Main functions include:
- Develop and deliver communications and engagement products and plans that support CSIS priorities.
- Provide advice and recommendations to clients and stakeholders on communications and engagement approaches, products, and activities.
- Research, analyze, and monitor emerging issues, trends, and initiatives to support communications and engagement planning and decision-making.
- Work with diverse partners to support the implementation and evaluation of communications and engagement strategies, campaigns, and engagement activities.
- Coordinate communications and engagement activities with internal and external partners and contribute to corporate and government-wide initiatives.
The Senior Communications Advisor provides strategic communications advice and leads communications and engagement activities for complex, high-profile initiatives.
Main Functions Include
- Provide strategic communications and engagement advice and recommendations to senior management and executives on complex, sensitive, or high-visibility issues and initiatives.
- Lead the development and implementation of communications and engagement strategies that support CSIS priorities, programs, and initiatives.
- Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to identify communications and engagement needs, coordinate activities, and advance key objectives.
- Monitor the operating environment, identify emerging issues and risks, and provide strategic advice on communications implications and response strategies.
- Collaborate, as required, with specialists across a range of disciplines, such as web, multimedia, design and marketing to develop and deliver integrated communications solutions.
- Lead the development and delivery of strategic communications and engagement products, which may include communications strategies, key messages, speeches, briefing materials, web content, articles and announcements
Communications Advisor (L07)
- Undergraduate degree in a field related to communications* and two (2) years of relevant communications experience**, or
- A college diploma in a field related to communications* and four (4) years of relevant communications experience**.
- Undergraduate degree in a field related to communications* and four (4) years of relevant communications experience**, or
- A college diploma in a field related to communications* and six (6) years of relevant communications experience**.
- Related fields include, but are not limited to: public administration, indigenous relations, international relations, media studies, multimedia, public relations, journalism, marketing, editing and writing.
Any higher level of education (i.e.: Masters, Doctorate) in a related field of study could be recognized as experience
Experience
- Experience is defined as…
- Developing communications or engagement products for a variety of audiences.
- Providing advice and support to management and stakeholders on communications or engagement activities, initiatives, products, or issues.
- Supporting the planning, implementation, or evaluation of communications, engagement, or outreach activities.
- Providing strategic advice and recommendations to senior management on communications, engagement, strategic, or organizational initiatives.
- Leading the development and delivery of communications strategies, plans, products, or engagement activities in support of organizational priorities.
- Building relationships with stakeholders, researching and analyzing issues, and providing advice and recommendations to support decision-making and response strategies for communications or engagement activities and initiatives.
- Judgment
- Strategic Thinking
- Negotiating
- Networking / Relationship Building
- Analytical Skills
An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Positions will be staffed based on the selection decision principle and operational priorities.
At Least One (1) Year Of Experience, Acquired Within a Government Or Corporate Setting, In One Or More Of The Following Areas Would Be Considered An Asset For Communications Advisor L07 And Senior Communications Advisor L08
- Management of large-scale communications initiatives
- Team leadership and coordination
- Stakeholder engagement and consultations
- Stakeholder landscape analysis, mapping, and targeted engagement strategy development
- Engagement with senior-level internal or external stakeholders (Directors, VPs, Executives, CEOs, etc.)
- Digital communications or web publishing
- Digital transformation, content migration, or website modernization
- Digital solution design, analytics and continuous improvement based on user
While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, most roles in our organization require an in-office presence. However, alternative options may be available for certain positions, depending on their specific requirements.
The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)
Official Language (OL) Proficiency
The immediate need is to staff positions with various language requirements:
Communications Advisor (L07)
- Bilingual BBB/BBB imperative
- Bilingual CBC/CBC imperative
Notes
If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.
- Employment Equity Gaps have been identified among Indigenous Peoples for this position. You are invited to voluntary self-declare if you belong to any of these groups in your cover letter, as this information may be considered in the selection process.
- Overtime
- The need to travel
You are invited to visit Canada.ca for tips on how to submit a powerful application: www.canada.ca/en/security-intelligence-service/corporate/csis-jobs/how-to-submit-a-powerful-application
Security Requirements
Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.
Others
Important
We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as we will be reviewing and screening applications on a rolling basis until all available positions are filled. Federal Workforce Adjusted (WFA) employees are encouraged to apply for available positions and clearly indicate in their WFA status on their cover letter.
Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.
CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA) . CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.
CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. Gaps have been identified among Persons with Disabilities and Indigenous peoples for this position. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.
Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.
CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.
The personal information provided in your application is protected under the Privacy Act and will be held in Personal Information Bank SIS/P-PU-025.
We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.
Apply Now
Page details 2026-10-15
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.