Senior Advisor, Government Relations – Federal
Mitacs
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Ottawa • 🇨🇦 Canada
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💰 CA$102,255 - CA$120,300 per year
Job Level
Senior
About the role
- Implement comprehensive strategies for government relations and partnerships at the federal level.
- Act as a key advisor on policies and initiatives federally, ensuring Mitacs’ programs are strategically positioned to meet federal priorities
- Establish and deepen strategic relationships with government partners to advance Mitacs’ objectives to ensure a cohesive approach.
- Drive the development of strategic capacities within Mitacs and among regional partners, enhancing the organization’s influence on and contribution to the national innovation ecosystem.
- Spearhead initiatives to significantly increase Mitacs’ visibility and influence among innovation ecosystem stakeholders.
- Work in collaboration with internal teams to develop and deliver effective government relations strategies and materials that resonate at the federal level.
- Monitor and report on the effectiveness of government relations and partnership strategies contributing to the continuous improvement of Mitacs’ engagements with government stakeholders.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in political science, public policy, or a related field.
- 5+ years in government relations, politics or public policy
- Experience with the Government of Canada, with demonstrated interactions with ministers, cabinet, central agencies
- Experience with federal ministerial or prime ministerial offices
- Experience within the innovation and economic ecosystem, or with work integrated learning or government relations with an academic institution would be considered an asset.
- Proven track record of building and maintaining relationships across political parties and with the public service.
- Strong understanding of decision-making and legislative processes.
- Bilingualism (French and English) is required.
- Knowledge of written and spoken English is required in this role as you will interact with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders located across Canada.
- Must be able to comply with all lobbying registration requirements.
Benefits
- Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) and decolonization are core values at Mitacs
- We welcome everyone to apply and encourage you to connect with us if you require accommodations during the recruitment process
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
government relationspublic policypolitical sciencestrategic partnershipslegislative processeslobbying registration complianceinnovation ecosystemwork integrated learningrelationship buildingstakeholder engagement
Soft skills
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