Government Relations Officer - Jobs in Ontario

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Government Relations OfficerTracking Code: req414Faculty/Department: Office of PresidentNumber of Positions: 1Appointment Type: Full-Time ContinuingHours of Work: 35 hours per weekSalary Range: Level 10 - Starting Salary, Step 1 $81,033Posting Date: November 15, 2022Closing Date: December 27, 2022Job Summary:The Government Relations Officer develops and fosters proactive relationships with both internal and external stakeholders of the university, in order to promote and leverage institutional strengths. This position, alongside the government relations team, is responsible for representing the interests and objectives of the university before all four levels of government.The Government Relations Officer will have the opportunity to work closely with Municipal Councils in Durham Region and Northumberland County, as well as Provincial Ministries in order to grow partnerships and advance the priorities of the University. There will also be the opportunity to support federal advocacy and project specific work.This position plays an important role in supporting the university’s strategic priorities with government stakeholders, especially:

• Telling Our Story
• Partnerships
• Creating a Sticky Campus

This role is ideal for lifelong learners who enjoy developing new skills, particularly by being around exciting research and technology. The selected candidate will also benefit from the ability to see across the whole university gathering knowledge across multiple components of an incredibly complex organization.Given the externally-facing nature of this position, it is sometimes required to participate in external or internal events which occur outside the standard working hours.For those applying from government, you should be aware that the successful candidate will be expected to be non-partisan in the role on a move-forward basis after hiring and be able to work with any level of government regardless of political party affiliation.This position offers a wonderful opportunity to be an external ambassador for a truly exciting organization that is making a real difference in Ontario, Canada and internationally. When you work at Ontario Tech you’re part of a community. If our Mission, Vision and Values along with strategic priorities speak to you as something you’d like to be a part of and help support, we’d love to hear from you about your interest in this position. To get the most out of this opportunity, you must be passionate about supporting students and intensive research, both of which support the positive impacts that universities have on our society. Wanting to work here is wanting to be a part of something bigger than yourself.Nature of work:

• This role reports into the Manager of Government & Community Relations.
• This role will work in a primarily open environment while in office, and travel around Durham Region and the province is required on a somewhat regular basis.
• This role has the option for partial hybrid work, but significant time on Campus is expected.

Responsibilities/accountabilities:External Government Stakeholder Liaison/Advocacy & Lobbying:

• Works with stakeholders within all levels of government;
• Communicates Ontario Tech’s key messages to senior government leaders to enhance institutional linkages, advance priorities, and reputation.
• Organizing and execute Campus tours for and visits by government stakeholders
• Presenting university issues and items at forums held by government stakeholders (i.e. municipal council meetings, pre-Budget consultations, legislative committees, etc)

Government & Media Monitoring:

• Collects, analyzes and disseminates information directly to members of the Senior Leadership Team (SLT);
• Monitors all releases of government media that may impact Ontario Tech and the university sector in general;
• Watches local council sessions, relevant legislative or Parliamentary committees and review minutes as necessary.

External Stakeholder Liaison:

• Works closely with external community stakeholders;
• Meets and communicates key Ontario Tech messages to senior community leaders to enhance institutional linkages, advance priorities and reputation.
• Acts as a brand ambassador to all external parties.

Internal Stakeholder Liaison:

• Acts as subject matter expert across the university to understand needs and opportunities to leverage initiatives and develop new government partnerships;
• Provides expert analysis and/or advice in relation to government policies, priorities, protocol and emerging issues regarding their impact on the university.

Projects:

• Provides government and community relations expertise to internal colleagues and joins project teams to assist with execution;
• Works directly with SLT on various projects they prioritize and intend to bring before government.

Required Skills:

• Strong presentation skills with comfort presenting before municipal councils and federal/provincial public consultations
• Strong writing skills
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to influence outcomes and build consensus
• Professional communications skills are essential to success in this role
• Event Coordination Skills with preference given to those with experience working Tour, or travelling to staff, a provincial or federal Minister.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with those not previously encountered by leveraging one’s broadly built network

Required Education:

• Completion of a university program consisting of four academic years or equivalent.
• An equivalent combination of education and related experience may be considered.

• Verification of Academic credentials may be required

Required Experience:

• Over 5 years and including 7 years working in government or in a government relations role for an organization or consulting firm.
• Strong consideration given to those with an understanding of the machinations of government (Cabinet Process, Budget process, etc).

How to Apply:Interested candidates should submit in electronic format a covering letter and their resume. Applications will be accepted until December 27, 2022 or until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate all applications received; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the university and the OPSEU. To the extent that policies are not included in the collective agreement, employment will also be governed by the university’s policies which may also be found on our website https://ontariotechu.ca and which may be amended from time-to-time.Ontario Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Indigenous Peoples in Canada will be given priority.Ontario Tech University respects peoples different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.Prior to May 1, 2022, the university required all students, faculty, staff and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined by our mandatory vaccine directive. This directive was paused, effective May 1, 2022, but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts. All employees of the university will be expected to comply with the requirements of this directive.The university recognizes faculty and staff may require accommodations. We are committed to an accommodation process in which individualized needs (e.g. for medical and religious/creed grounds) are appropriately addressed under the Ontario Human Rights Code. A COVID-19 Vaccination Accommodation Application Form is available. If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility PolicyThe university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, CanadaExpected Start Date: 1/9/2023Expected End Date:Quick Apply

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