Director of Government Relations - Toronto, Canada - TO Live

TO Live

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Toronto, Canada

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Employment Opportunity

Director of Government Relations

TO Live

Toronto, Canada
TO Live has a full-time opportunity in its Development and Sponsorship Department in the role of Director, Government Relations. We are looking for a talented relationship builder to join our team.

TO Live is one of Canada's largest multi-art organizations, we are the team behind three iconic venues: Meridian Hall, St.

Lawrence Centre, and Meridian Arts Centre.

On a day-to-day basis you will get to be behind the scenes of iconic performances in the making, meet the artists and creators shaping the city's art scene and play a pivotal role in the pandemic recovery of the performance arts sector.

Summary of the Employment Opportunity

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Government Relations

Develop comprehensive strategies focused on the overall advocacy activities of the organization.
Consult with government officials and stakeholders to exchange information, prepare deliverables, and coordinate meetings.
Conduct Government Relations in a way that is, at all times, nonpartisan.

Policy

Corporate Engagement & Business Development

Collaborate with the CEO, VP Development and various departments including, Marketing and Communications, STLC Redevelopment and Programming to support their government relations and advocacy initiatives as they relate to Live's corporate business in their government relations and advocacy initiatives.
Develop personalized strategies to proactively highlight opportunities where TO Live's government relations can support TO Live's priorities.

Proposals, Marketing & Communications

Write proposals, media, and other communications materials, including speeches for the CEO and other leadership including board and TO Live Foundation
Support materials aimed at advancing the broader policy, revenue generation and financial goals of the organization.

Skills & Experience Required

Network of contacts at all orders of government including elected representatives and members of the civil service, and understanding of stakeholders, issues, and relevant policy landscape
Awareness of grants and foundations in the arts and culture sector
Clear communicator with strong writing and editing skills. Comfortable with group presentations.
Strong verbal communicator that is adept at relationship management
Exceptional organizational and time management skills
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and streamline operations.
Elevated level of accuracy and mindfulness
Tact, diplomacy, and sound judgment
A university degree from an accredited institution
Advanced skills with Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of web (WordPress, HTML, CSS) and web design tools (Photoshop and InDesign primarily) is an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Flexibility in hours includes occasional work on evenings and weekends as required.
Lack of natural light in workplace.
Travel between TO Live venues as required.

THE ORGANIZATION:

TO Live is one of Canada's largest multi-arts organizations, operating three iconic venues: Meridian Hall, the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts and Meridian Arts Centre.

In addition, TO Live presents a full range of performing arts, theatrical and concert events at these venues in both downtown and uptown Toronto.

With these two hubs of creativity and content creation, TO Live has a unique place and perspective to activate creative spaces by inspiring local and international artists, connect audiences and to be the nexus for new ideas, elevate artistic potential, and be the catalyst for creative expression that is reflective of Toronto's diversity.

HOW TO APPLY:

We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

The Human Resources department will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.

Date Posted:
February 22, 2024

Application Deadline:
March 06, 2024

Start Date:
As soon as possible