Government Relations Manager - Ottawa, Canada - Canada's Building Trades Unions

Description

CANADA'S BUILDING TRADES UNIONS
Government Relations Manager


WHO WE ARE

Canada's Building Trades Union/Les syndicats des métiers de la construction du Canada is an affiliation of 14 construction trades unions representing 600,000 craftworkers from coast to coast to coast.

Since 1908 CBTU/SMCC and our members have built the roads, bridges, hospitals, schools and factories that fuel the economic prosperity of all Canadians.

Our contractors and members are the folks that keep your house warm in the winter and cool in the summer.

We deliver value. Every Day.


THE ROLE
Do you want to be part of our innovative and dedicated team that encourages you to thrive in a socially oriented entrepreneurial team environment? Are you an "outside the box" thinker who strives to implement improvements? Do you take a strategic approach to your work? Do you thrive in a fast-paced culture where your opinions are valued and respected?

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to read the full job description below to learn more about this exciting opportunity

CBTU is looking for a
Government Relations Manager who will play a key role in driving our public policy and government affairs initiatives and engagements that align to our strategic plan.

You will lead in the implementation of CBTU's government relations program by coordinating initiatives according to our scheduled events, as well as working on initiatives that happen quickly and unexpectantly.

It encompasses parliament and legislative days, organizing delegations to parliamentary committees and keeping senior management informed of government activities as it relates to the construction industry.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Relations, Government Relations, Business or a related field.
• Three (3) to five (5) years of experience working in a legislature or parliament, working directly with parliamentarians or elected officials in an advocacy or policy development role, or working in a government relations consultancy environment.
• Experience in government advocacy and lobbying, including developing policy positions, drafting submissions and letters.
• Have a strong understanding of legislative processes, government procedures, issues management and their possible risk implications.
• Knowledge of government decisionmaking at both a political and civil service level is essential.

Knowledge, Skills, & Attributes

• Ability to quickly assimilate information, analyze data and be able to provide strategic advice and decisions on behalf of CBTU.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• High standards of ethics and confidentiality.
• Able to exercise judgement, show initiative and be proactive as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize workflow, and multi

- task.

• Bilingualism is desired but not required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Communication andEngagement

• Build effective working relationships with all staff, members and stakeholders, including creating trusting relationships with parliamentarians and their staff.
• Act as a representative for CBTU, both alone and alongside CBTU directors at internal and external meetings and events.

Government Relations Strategy

• Support the Executive Director in the development, planning and execution of the strategic plan priorities as it relates to government relations and regulatory affairs.
• Propose government relations strategies in response to or ahead of (where possible) government policy processes.

Industry and Government Research and Analysis

• Working with the senior policy analyst and the director of communications to drive public policy research into action and legislative results.

Reporting, Tracking and Monitoring

• Monitor and track government appointments, consultation activities, announcements and parliamentary processes on a wide variety of issues and provide uptodate information to the team.
• Ensure CBTU's Lobbying Act reporting is accurate, up to date and submitted in a timely manner.
• Monitor and report on key parliamentary committees and government, political and policy announcements.

LOCATION:
This position is
on-site and located in Ottawa, ON


COMPENSATION AND TERMS:

Full-time permanent position


SALARY:

Commensurate with experience.


CLOSING DATE:
Wednesday, September 13, 2023.

Kelly Ackerl

Human Resources Manager-In the Trades

• CBTU is committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workforce through equitable participation of persons from diverse groups. All applicants who are members of an employment equity group are invited to selfidentify._

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ottawa, ON K1S 1V9: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

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