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WoodGreen Community Services Manager, Government Relations & Policy (2024-350-CS) in Toronto, Ontario
Competition #2024-350-CS Manager, Government Relations & Policy (2024-350-CS)
Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Bargaining Unit
Work Hours: 35 hours/week
Work Setting: Hybrid – Opportunity to work remotely after orientation & training period
Salary: $70,000 - $75,000
Application Deadline: September 9, 2024 by 11:59 pm
Program Overview – Central Services, Government Relations & Policy
A key member in WoodGreen’s junior management team, the Manager of Government Relations and Policy w ill bring significant experience from either working in government or for not-for-profit sector in an advocacy role, showing an ability to conduct research, policy analysis, and have extensive knowledge of the inworking’s of government. This role will support the implementation and development of public affairs plans and manage multiple government relations projects for WoodGreen service units.
What You Will Do
Manage, draft, edit and/or review government relations material such as briefing notes, strategic plans, proposals, policy statements, position papers, government consultation submissions, and committee presentations.
Lead in drafting our pre-budget submission and other government consultation submissions.
Manage and develop relationships with government officials, coalition partners, and stakeholder groups through communication, correspondence, and briefing material on behalf of WoodGreen.
Attend, facilitate and schedule meetings with key stakeholders, coalition partners, and government officials.
Manage relationships with coalition partners and associations. Attend external conferences related to social services, housing, workforce development, home and community care or any policy areas related to WoodGreen’s programs and services.
Lead coordination and logistics of WoodGreen Public Affairs Unit events such as lobbying days, receptions, roundtables, meetings, training workshops and conferences.
Contribute in developing WoodGreen’s policy positions and direction by conducting research and policy analysis.
Develop contact lists for key stakeholders, coalition partners, and government officials.
Lead efforts in media monitoring of policy announcements that impact WoodGreen’s programs and services.
Lead, manage, draft and facilitate with the Director of Public Affairs, Government Relations training workshops.
Manage and organize crisis communications material such as key messaging, strategies and response plans at the direction of the Director of Public Affairs.
Project manage the development of white papers and government relations research projects.
Support WoodGreen’s Marketing and Communications Team with thought leadership work and government relations media material.
Track and organization inquiries related to government relations, potential policy issues, or community concerns.
Internal communications with WoodGreen departments and tracking of WoodGreen’s communications with all levels of government.
Support the development of advocacy campaigns from start to finish and in collaboration with partners.
Manage, supervise, and provide oversight of interns or co-op students.
What You Bring to the Team
5+ years of experience in working in government or not-for-profit sector in an advocacy or government relations role.
Ability to work comfortably and efficiently with senior staff and senior executives of large corporations, government bodies or ministries.
The ability to think strategically, multi-task and meet deadlines.
Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a team in a fast-paced, high volume and professional environment, managing multiple priorities.
Demonstrated understanding of barriers faced by vulnerable and marginalized groups a strong asset.
Experience in managing government relations and advocacy campaigns at different levels of government.
Ability to teach the inworking’s of government and government structure.
Passion for government relations, advocacy, social services, community care, affordable housing, improving health and wellness of vulnerable populations is a strong asset.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and proven project management skills with an uncompromising attention to details.
Exceptional interpersonal skills, time management and organizational skills.
Knowledge and understanding of Ontario Health, Ontario Health Teams and health system functionality is an asset.
Knowledge and understanding of Newcomer Services, National Housing Strategy, Home and Community Care Sector is an asset.
Willingness to learn and grow in the area of public affairs, government relations, and advocacy.
Knowledge, understanding and ability to teach lobbyist registration requirements at the federal, provincial and municipal levels.
Understanding of issues pertaining to diversity, inclusion, belonging, and equity in everyday work.
Quick thinker, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
WoodGreen is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If contacted in relation to an employment opportunity, please advise our People & Culture representatives at careers@woodgreen.org of the accommodation measures required. Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
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