22 Public Policy jobs in Canada

Director, Government Affairs - Canada

Location: Ottawa, Canada

Salary: $160,000- $175,000 CAN

About AEM: The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is the leading North American trade association representing over 1,100 member companies in the off-road equipment industry. AEM provides comprehensive services and support to its members, helping them navigate an ever-evolving business landscape. Our mission is to advocate for the industry, promote innovation, and facilitate collaboration among stakeholders to drive growth and success.

AEM is deeply committed to supporting its Canadian members, representing nearly 90 companies ranging from OEMs to parts and service providers. We actively engage in advocacy efforts to shape policy, harness data, and meet the evolving needs of the equipment manufacturing industry in Canada. Our work includes representing the industry in Ottawa and Provencial capitals, collaborating with a myriad of Canadian stakeholders, promoting free and efficient cross-border trade and investment, and telling the story of the equipment manufacturing industry’s positive impact on Canada’s society, environment and economy.

Position Overview: AEM is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director, Government Affairs to represent the equipment manufacturing industry in Canada. This role will report to the Senior Advisor, Global Public Policy and will be part of our Advocacy Department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct AEM’s Canadian government relations efforts: Engage with lawmakers, regulators, and their staff, develop industry policy positions, and advocate for the association’s top policy priorities. Promote policies aligned with AEM’s goals, ensuring interests and points of view are well-represented and advocated for within the governmental sphere.
• Enhance AEM’s profile in Ottawa and with government stakeholders across Canada: Establish, maintain, and prioritize relationships with government officials at the federal and key provincial levels. Coordinate industry-wide advocacy efforts and lead coalitions as needed. Lead external engagement efforts, interact with relevant government and non-government stakeholders, represent AEM’s interests, build industry coalitions, and advance strategic objectives.
• Develop AEM’s Canadian public policy priorities: Manage the association’s portfolio of policy priorities at the Federal and Provincial levels. Leverage comprehensive understanding of government policies to assess their impact on AEM, its member companies, and the equipment manufacturing industry. Provide objective recommendations on engagement strategies and execute them.
• Increase AEM member company engagement in Canada: Work with AEM Membership and Advocacy Departments to incorporate member companies into AEM core services. Review government programming and stated procurement needs to determine if they present opportunities that align with AEM’s policy goals. Provide thorough assessments to help identify and capitalize on opportunities.
• Create and enhance AEM connectivity to Canadian media outlets: Identify and connect with Canadian media outlets to highlight the equipment manufacturing industry. Coordinate with various internal stakeholders to develop a cohesive approach to media engagement.

Essential Skills:

• Leadership
• Strategic thinking
• Public speaking
• Budgeting
• Relationship building
• Decision making

Travel Requirements:

• Travel required across Canada to meet with member companies, host elected officials, and represent AEM at policy and political conferences: Up to 20%
• Travel required to Washington, D.C. and Milwaukee, WI for internal meetings and trainings: Quarterly.

Technological Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Government Affairs software

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Ten years working for the Government of Canada, House of Commons, or in a government affairs function for a member company or a manufacturing industry association.
• French language bilingual fluency required
• Requires public speaking
• Public policy development experience

Preferred:

• Master's Degree
• 15 years working for the Government of Canada, House of Commons, and 3 years in an external advocacy role for trade association or corporation.

Please Note: This position is based in Ottawa, Canada. If hired, you’ll be employed through our trusted Employer of Record (EOR) partner, who will handle your payroll and local compliance, while you’ll work directly with the AEM team day-to-day.

Director, Government Affairs - Canada

Location: Ottawa, Canada

Salary: $160,000- $175,000 CAN

About AEM: The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) is the leading North American trade association representing over 1,100 member companies in the off-road equipment industry. AEM provides comprehensive services and support to its members, helping them navigate an ever-evolving business landscape. Our mission is to advocate for the industry, promote innovation, and facilitate collaboration among stakeholders to drive growth and success.

AEM is deeply committed to supporting its Canadian members, representing nearly 90 companies ranging from OEMs to parts and service providers. We actively engage in advocacy efforts to shape policy, harness data, and meet the evolving needs of the equipment manufacturing industry in Canada. Our work includes representing the industry in Ottawa and Provencial capitals, collaborating with a myriad of Canadian stakeholders, promoting free and efficient cross-border trade and investment, and telling the story of the equipment manufacturing industry’s positive impact on Canada’s society, environment and economy.

Position Overview: AEM is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director, Government Affairs to represent the equipment manufacturing industry in Canada. This role will report to the Senior Advisor, Global Public Policy and will be part of our Advocacy Department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct AEM’s Canadian government relations efforts: Engage with lawmakers, regulators, and their staff, develop industry policy positions, and advocate for the association’s top policy priorities. Promote policies aligned with AEM’s goals, ensuring interests and points of view are well-represented and advocated for within the governmental sphere.
• Enhance AEM’s profile in Ottawa and with government stakeholders across Canada: Establish, maintain, and prioritize relationships with government officials at the federal and key provincial levels. Coordinate industry-wide advocacy efforts and lead coalitions as needed. Lead external engagement efforts, interact with relevant government and non-government stakeholders, represent AEM’s interests, build industry coalitions, and advance strategic objectives.
• Develop AEM’s Canadian public policy priorities: Manage the association’s portfolio of policy priorities at the Federal and Provincial levels. Leverage comprehensive understanding of government policies to assess their impact on AEM, its member companies, and the equipment manufacturing industry. Provide objective recommendations on engagement strategies and execute them.
• Increase AEM member company engagement in Canada: Work with AEM Membership and Advocacy Departments to incorporate member companies into AEM core services. Review government programming and stated procurement needs to determine if they present opportunities that align with AEM’s policy goals. Provide thorough assessments to help identify and capitalize on opportunities.
• Create and enhance AEM connectivity to Canadian media outlets: Identify and connect with Canadian media outlets to highlight the equipment manufacturing industry. Coordinate with various internal stakeholders to develop a cohesive approach to media engagement.

Essential Skills:

• Leadership
• Strategic thinking
• Public speaking
• Budgeting
• Relationship building
• Decision making

Travel Requirements:

• Travel required across Canada to meet with member companies, host elected officials, and represent AEM at policy and political conferences: Up to 20%
• Travel required to Washington, D.C. and Milwaukee, WI for internal meetings and trainings: Quarterly.

Technological Skills:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Government Affairs software

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Ten years working for the Government of Canada, House of Commons, or in a government affairs function for a member company or a manufacturing industry association.
• French language bilingual fluency required
• Requires public speaking
• Public policy development experience

Preferred:

• Master's Degree
• 15 years working for the Government of Canada, House of Commons, and 3 years in an external advocacy role for trade association or corporation.

Please Note: This position is based in Ottawa, Canada. If hired, you’ll be employed through our trusted Employer of Record (EOR) partner, who will handle your payroll and local compliance, while you’ll work directly with the AEM team day-to-day.

Job Description

Salary:

Position Overview:

Santis Health, a leading public affairs, communications and strategy consultancy focusing on the health care sector, has an opportunity for a Senior Consultant with our Government Affairs Practice. Based in Alberta and working remotely, this ambitious, self-motivated individual will work closely with the Santis government affairs team to provide strategic problem solving, public policy and government affairs to clients.
Applicants should have a sound knowledge of government affairs, public affairs, stakeholder relations and project management, as well as the most pressing health care and life sciences issues of the day. Previous experience working in health care, in the Alberta government or as a practicing consultant in Alberta would be an advantage.

Responsibilities Include:

• Working closely with Santis team members to manage a wide range of client projects and deliverables.
• Lead accounts and manage projects, ensuring ongoing client support, communication, development of project management plans, and fulfillment of overlapping deliverables.
• Advising on government engagement, public affairs, and advocacy strategies.
• Interacting with government officials and decision-makers to build and maintain relationships.
• Tracking emerging and evolving public policy issues and analyzing their implications to client organizations.
• Interact with clients and prospective clients, media, partner agencies, stakeholders and colleagues to build and maintain excellent relationships.
• Identifying key stakeholders and creating tailored stakeholder maps.
• Developing government relations initiatives, a wide range of briefing notes, slide decks and other products.
• Developing project management plans and keeping the project team focused on meeting multiple, tight timelines.

Qualifications:

• Degree in political science, public policy, economics, communications or a related field (or equivalent experience); post-graduate qualifications are beneficial.
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience directly in the government or in a government relations role.
• Competencies in health care policy, networks in the health care sector and knowledge of the Alberta government and health care system is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of government affairs, public policy and politics in Alberta, and across Canada.
• A solid mix of project management, policy analysis and communications experience.

Required Skills:

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong research and analysis ability.
• Exceptional organizational skills with an ability to juggle multiple clients and projects.
• Skilled in priority-setting, efficient time-management and the ability to work independently.
• High level of professionalism.
• Flexible schedule for some evening/weekend work.

About Santis Health Inc:

Santis Health is a health care and life sciences consulting firm that provides a wide range of strategy, communications, and government affairs services to clients across Canada. Clients of Santis Health include some of Canadas largest companies from Pfizer, Medtronic and Roche to Shoppers Drug Mart and LifeLabs national health organizations like the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH), the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer (CPAC) and the Canadian Institutes for Health Research (CIHR) and multiple hospitals, community organizations, and patient groups. To learn more, please visit:

Santis Health is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that is safe and respectful. Our aim is to ensure all employees and job applicants are given equal and equitable opportunity, and that our organization represents a diverse array of expertise, skills and backgrounds. We are committed to fair employment practices that do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, disability, socio-economic status, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, national origin, religious beliefs, political beliefs, sex and sexual orientation, and other dimensions that are intrinsic to who we are as individuals.

If you are interested in becoming the newest team member of Santis Health and believe you have the qualifications listed in the job description, please submit both your cover letter and resume here.

Job Description

We are looking for the visionaries, the change-makers, the self-starters who are seeking more from their career. Change begins with the small decisions we make, each day, to support each other and strive to create inspiring incredible educational experiences for all students, no matter where they are or how they learn. This concept connects deeply to the idea that, in choosing a career with Yorkville University and Toronto Film School, you will have the opportunity to push boundaries, flex your creativity and inspire positive change for so many people. It’s also a call-back to the transformative power of education itself. 

Our core values put the student experience at the center of what we do, reflecting who we are and aspire to be. If you want to shine a light on academic excellence, be empowered to make an impact on the transformation of the Canadian post-secondary education landscape, and work collaboratively beyond levels, join us.

Who we need

Reporting to the Senior Vice President, Governance, Regulatory & Government Affairs, we are looking for a Project Officer, Governance, Regulatory & Government Affairs, to join our team. Operating at the intersection of academic governance, government relations, regulatory compliance, and strategic communications, you will play a pivotal role in designing and operationalizing systems and tools that enhance institutional effectiveness, transparency, and alignment with Yorkville University's strategic goals. Through collaboration with both internal and external stakeholders, you will contribute to initiatives that enhance engagement, coordination, and visibility across a range of governance and compliance activities.

This is a full-time hybrid role, working 3 days per week in our downtown Toronto office.

What’s in it for you

Impact and ownership. You will have the opportunity to channel your curiosity and your drive, making measurable changes to the university through the project work you do. You will make a positive impact on the quality of the academic experience for thousands of students. 

Influence and exposure. As a Project Officer, you will contribute to multiple projects, working cross-functionally to create and optimize how project teams communicate and organize plans through SharePoint, ensuring transparency and adherence to institutional policies. You will work closely with influential internal and external stakeholders, growing your visibility and network. You will build trusted relationships and become a go-to expert.

Career development. Yorkville University is a progressive, forward-thinking, innovative education centre. You will join an organization that inspires change, nurtures collaboration, supports faculty and students in their journey, and continuously innovates. You will work alongside a team that embraces every chance to learn, engage in professional development, and motivate each other, with opportunities to grow within the organization.

As our new Project Officer, Governance, Regulatory & Government Affairs, you will:

• Lead projects. You will support high-impact projects by applying sound judgment, attention to detail, and a collaborative, solutions-oriented mindset. You will lead the execution of cross-functional initiatives that advance academic governance, regulatory compliance, institutional research, and government relations priorities.
• Manage project administration. You will build and manage collaborative tools and infrastructure (e.g., SharePoint, Microsoft Teams, Smartsheet) to enable transparency, consistency, and effective project tracking for the team. You will maintain oversight of timelines and deliverables, ensuring clarity of roles, accountability, and progress across concurrent initiatives.
• Design and implement solutions. You will develop content such as briefing notes, internal communications, dashboards, and documentation that reflect institutional priorities and support decision-making. You will contribute to the development of frameworks and processes that enhance institutional readiness, data-informed planning, and responsiveness to stakeholder needs.
• Facilitate engagement. You will play a key role socializing projects, building consensus and gaining buy-in and engagement. You will organize consultations, track action items, and support governance and policy processes, ensuring the participation of internal and external stakeholders.

You have:

• The experience. You are driven by an insatiable motivation to build plans, solutions, and projects that come to life and work. Deeply curious, you continuously seek opportunities to learn and apply your knowledge to inform policies and create processes.
• The background. You have a Bachelor’s degree - it may be  Public Administration, Education, Policy, Communications, or a related field- more importantly, you have the skills to take an idea and grow the concept, validating with research and analytics, and not just build but execute the plan. You may be familiar with academic governance, government relations, or survey data use.
• The interpersonal skills. You are an exceptional collaborator and communicator, able to build trust, gain buy in, influence without authority, and create genuine engagement. You have excellent written and verbal English skills. You can confidently work with internal and external stakeholders, including senior decision-makers and ministry representatives.
• The project management. You have experience coordinating cross-functional projects in a higher education or regulated environment. You are highly organized and detail-oriented, able to create and maintain project plans and manage project meetings and communications. You have strong time management skills and can balance multiple competing priorities while meeting deadlines. You are comfortable following structured processes and making decisions independently.
• The ownership. You are proactive, accountable, and driven to make a difference. You exercise sound judgment and can manage sensitive information with professionalism and discretion. You stay on top of what needs to be done, raise flags when necessary, and consistently deliver on time.
• The technical ability. You are proficient in Microsoft Office, Smartsheet, SharePoint and other collaboration tools. You can learn new systems quickly. You understand the importance of data accuracy, documentation, and audit readiness.

Why work at Yorkville University and Toronto Film School? 

• An atmosphere that successfully blends an entrepreneurial culture with education. We value innovation and continuously look towards expanding our programming, working with the latest research, tools and solutions. As a private school with government approval of our offerings, we have the opportunity to do more, stay current and be future-forward.
• The chance to accelerate your career and disrupt education by responding to the needs you see and purposefully challenging the status quo. Everything we do here is about delighting and engaging our employees - and ultimately our students- from mentorship to teaching, from creative outlets to analytical ones. 
• A place where all individuals feel welcomed in the academic and workplace environments and can bring their authentic selves to the educational and work spheres. We celebrate the full range of human diversity and we acknowledge that equal access to opportunities and services may require the removal of barriers that equity-seeking communities experience in trying to obtain this access. 
• The opportunity to grow with access to free courses, certifications and programs - right up to our Masters' offerings.  

Join us

We welcome and appreciate candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. If you have 70% of the qualifications we are looking for, express your interest. 

What you can expect from our hiring process:

• A virtual interview with a Talent Advisor discussing your interest in the role.
• A virtual interview with the Senior Vice President, Governance, Regulatory & Government Affairs to discuss how your experience and approach align with the needs of the team and the organization.
• A case study exercise.
• A final in person  interview with the Director of National Regulatory Affairs and the Director, Academic Governance, Policies, & Compliance followed by a further interview with the Senior Vice President, Governance, Regulatory & Government Affairs and a member of the leadership team.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are a critical component of life at Yorkville University and Toronto Film School and we are committed to making these values an integral part of our culture. We encourage applications from all qualified applicants, including women, persons with disabilities, Black, Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPOC), people from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Queer, Questioning, Two-Spirit, Intersex, Asexual + (LGBTQ2SIA+) community and other equity-seeking groups.

Yorkville University is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act ('AODA'). If you require accommodation for disability, please notify Human Resources at 1- .

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Join us to make a lasting impact! An excellent work-life balance is waiting for you!

As part of FNESC’s Policy department, the Policy Analyst will support a variety of initiatives and projects to advance First Nations education in British Columbia. The Policy Analyst will undertake qualitative and quantitative research to support policy, strategic decisions, and advocacy. The Policy Analyst will be responsible for developing various materials including briefing notes, presentations, and research products. The Policy Analyst will also support their manager in working with BC First Nations, government partners, and other education stakeholders to build relationships and advance organizational priorities.

Since 1992, FNESC, led by a strong and diverse board of over 130 First Nations community representatives, has worked in partnership with the First Nations School Association (FNSA), and the Indigenous Adult Higher Learning Association (IAHLA). Communications, research, partnership-building, resource development and advocacy are all part of the work we do to advance issues in First Nations education.

What We Offer:

• The salary for this position is $65,083.00 per year;
• Three (3) weeks of vacation as well as two (2) weeks of vacation at Christmas time (with the latter being subject to annual board approval);
• Well above-average benefits plan that is 100% paid for by FNESC, that includes: extended health care, dental care, and vision care;
• Well above-average employer matched pension plan;
• The potential for partial work-from-home;
• Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization (approximately 30% of current FNESC employees have been promoted into their current role);
• Generous annual professional development subsidy;
• Generous wellness subsidy;
• 35-hour working week;
• Regular employee appreciation events such as our annual Summer Barbeque and Christmas Party;
• Respectful work environment with a stellar work-life balance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing detailed policy advice to senior FNESC staff, the FNESC Executive, and the FNESC Board of Directors;
• Planning, coordinating, and leading research and analysis projects on a range of First Nations education topics;
• Participating in the preparation of reports, business cases, briefing notes, presentations, meeting materials (e.g. agendas, kits) and correspondence. The Policy Analyst is usually the person who drafts these documents and then makes revisions based on the input of others;
• Identifying, evaluating, and recommending advocacy positions, as well as policy and program options through research and consultation;
• Working with key education partners to advance strategic priorities;
• Reviewing and assessing policy issues in other jurisdictions, ministries, and sectors consistent with FNESC priorities and objectives;
• Interpreting quantitative and qualitative data and presenting the findings in an efficient, user-friendly manner to assist data-driven decision making;
• Developing data requests or querying data to address specific internal informational requests;
• Contributing to the development and implementation of information-sharing protocols with partner organizations;
• Assisting with meeting coordination;
• Preparing and delivering presentations;
• Providing direct support to staff working for First Nations.

What We’re Looking For:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in in a relevant field (Education, Political Science, Public Policy, or another field that highlights strong writing skills)
• Previous experience working in research, analysis, and policy development is an asset, but is not required if relevant education is present;
• Demonstrable knowledge in any of the following: (1) social policy, (2) public policy, (3) education policy, or (4) First Nations history, culture, and education
• A passion and has genuine interest in providing high-quality, professional, and timely service to First Nations;
• Is able to articulate thoughts into written plain language, and produce clear, concise, and logical written material;
• Has a willingness and ability to actively listen to fully understand something. This includes, asking questions to clarify, using paraphrasing to ensure understanding, avoiding interrupting others, and minimizing distractions;
• Can be trusted to take ownership of responsibilities, and consistently performs their assigned duties/tasks with a high degree of quality;
• Works to mitigate professional errors, recognizing that these can have negative consequences for the organization.

We offer full-time meaningful work in a professional, friendly, and diverse office environment which is easily accessible by transit and right next door to Park Royal Mall. We enjoy having occasional lunches together as a team – pizza is one of our favorites.

This is a full-time, permanent position with most of the work being done between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. However, the nature of this position is such that occasional work outside of those hours, including weekend work, may be required.

FNESC requires that all FNESC staff be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 for two reasons: First, because FNESC takes its responsibility to create and maintain a healthy workplace very seriously. And, second, because many of our staff attend First Nations communities in-person. Some First Nations have unique requirements and vulnerabilities related to communicable diseases like COVID-19, and FNESC always respects the needs of First Nations.

We thank everyone who applies for their interest in FNESC. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications, we are only able to respond to those applicants who are selected for an interview. We cannot respond to telephone or email inquiries.

Please send your resume and cover letter to

Join us to make a lasting impact! An excellent work-life balance is waiting for you!

As part of FNESC’s Policy department, the Policy Analyst will support a variety of initiatives and projects to advance First Nations education in British Columbia. The Policy Analyst will undertake qualitative and quantitative research to support policy, strategic decisions, and advocacy. The Policy Analyst will be responsible for developing various materials including briefing notes, presentations, and research products. The Policy Analyst will also support their manager in working with BC First Nations, government partners, and other education stakeholders to build relationships and advance organizational priorities.

Since 1992, FNESC, led by a strong and diverse board of over 130 First Nations community representatives, has worked in partnership with the First Nations School Association (FNSA), and the Indigenous Adult Higher Learning Association (IAHLA). Communications, research, partnership-building, resource development and advocacy are all part of the work we do to advance issues in First Nations education.

What We Offer:

• The salary for this position is $65,083.00 per year;
• Three (3) weeks of vacation as well as two (2) weeks of vacation at Christmas time (with the latter being subject to annual board approval);
• Well above-average benefits plan that is 100% paid for by FNESC, that includes: extended health care, dental care, and vision care;
• Well above-average employer matched pension plan;
• The potential for partial work-from-home;
• Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization (approximately 30% of current FNESC employees have been promoted into their current role);
• Generous annual professional development subsidy;
• Generous wellness subsidy;
• 35-hour working week;
• Regular employee appreciation events such as our annual Summer Barbeque and Christmas Party;
• Respectful work environment with a stellar work-life balance.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing detailed policy advice to senior FNESC staff, the FNESC Executive, and the FNESC Board of Directors;
• Planning, coordinating, and leading research and analysis projects on a range of First Nations education topics;
• Participating in the preparation of reports, business cases, briefing notes, presentations, meeting materials (e.g. agendas, kits) and correspondence. The Policy Analyst is usually the person who drafts these documents and then makes revisions based on the input of others;
• Identifying, evaluating, and recommending advocacy positions, as well as policy and program options through research and consultation;
• Working with key education partners to advance strategic priorities;
• Reviewing and assessing policy issues in other jurisdictions, ministries, and sectors consistent with FNESC priorities and objectives;
• Interpreting quantitative and qualitative data and presenting the findings in an efficient, user-friendly manner to assist data-driven decision making;
• Developing data requests or querying data to address specific internal informational requests;
• Contributing to the development and implementation of information-sharing protocols with partner organizations;
• Assisting with meeting coordination;
• Preparing and delivering presentations;
• Providing direct support to staff working for First Nations.

What We’re Looking For:

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in in a relevant field (Education, Political Science, Public Policy, or another field that highlights strong writing skills)
• Previous experience working in research, analysis, and policy development is an asset, but is not required if relevant education is present;
• Demonstrable knowledge in any of the following: (1) social policy, (2) public policy, (3) education policy, or (4) First Nations history, culture, and education
• A passion and has genuine interest in providing high-quality, professional, and timely service to First Nations;
• Is able to articulate thoughts into written plain language, and produce clear, concise, and logical written material;
• Has a willingness and ability to actively listen to fully understand something. This includes, asking questions to clarify, using paraphrasing to ensure understanding, avoiding interrupting others, and minimizing distractions;
• Can be trusted to take ownership of responsibilities, and consistently performs their assigned duties/tasks with a high degree of quality;
• Works to mitigate professional errors, recognizing that these can have negative consequences for the organization.

We offer full-time meaningful work in a professional, friendly, and diverse office environment which is easily accessible by transit and right next door to Park Royal Mall. We enjoy having occasional lunches together as a team – pizza is one of our favorites.

This is a full-time, permanent position with most of the work being done between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. However, the nature of this position is such that occasional work outside of those hours, including weekend work, may be required.

FNESC requires that all FNESC staff be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 for two reasons: First, because FNESC takes its responsibility to create and maintain a healthy workplace very seriously. And, second, because many of our staff attend First Nations communities in-person. Some First Nations have unique requirements and vulnerabilities related to communicable diseases like COVID-19, and FNESC always respects the needs of First Nations.

We thank everyone who applies for their interest in FNESC. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications, we are only able to respond to those applicants who are selected for an interview. We cannot respond to telephone or email inquiries.

Please send your resume and cover letter to

Job Description

Salary: $95,655 - $37,504

About the Insurance Council

The Insurance Council of British Columbia is the regulatory organization that licenses and regulates the activities of over 50,000 life and general insurance agents, general insurance salespersons, insurance adjusters, and restricted travel insurance agents in British Columbia.

Why Work for the Insurance Council?

Work with a great team of people in a rewarding career that makes a difference. Were in a downtown location with plenty of amenities nearby. The Insurance Council has a friendly and collaborative environment with a team whos committed to protecting the public.

• We offer a comprehensive health and dental plan.
• Work-life balance.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Professional development.
• Equitable employment opportunities

The Opportunity

The primary focus of this role is to assist with the development of guidelines, policies and other research that helps licensees conduct their business in accordance with the Financial Institutions Act , Council Rules and Councils Code of Conduct. In addition, the Senior Policy Analyst plays an important role in identifying gaps and required policies to align with changes in regulation or industry practice.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research and write guidelines, policies and other related documents
• Play a key role in the development of new and updated policies to support practices and regulatory compliance that fosters professionalism, competency and conduct
• Review current policies against regulatory requirements to ensure consistency and identify gaps
• Provide advice on appropriate controls to support policies and evidence of compliance
• Participate in projects where the outcome may impact policies or guidelines
• Prepare briefing materials such as briefing notes, presentations and reports
• Develop sound data analysis
• Maintain excellent and up-to-date knowledge of the Financial Institutions Act , Councils Code of Conduct, the Council Rules and other relevant legislation and industry practices
• Participate in determining an action plan in response to regulatory or industry change
• Undertake horizon scanning to identify upcoming developments within the insurance industry and working with the Manager of Policy to identify next steps
• Work with Practice and Quality Assurance department to identify gaps and overlapping work
• Work with Professional Conduct department to identify trends in complaints and investigations
• Work with Licensing department to identify policy gaps and other relevant research
• Work and liaise with other departments as required (e.g., Governance and Stakeholder Engagement, Finance, HR etc.)
• Identify emerging industry trends and assist in determining an appropriate course of action
• Assist management, as required
• Handle other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum three years of experience in policy development, project and/or program management, and strategic planning.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a policy analyst role.
• Experience in a regulatory or financial services role is an asset.
• Insurance industry experience is an asset.
• A post secondary degree is not a requirement but is considered an asset.
• Experience in the development of legislation and regulations is an asset.
• Experience in managing multi-stakeholder programs or initiatives.
• Experience in writing reports and briefings for senior executive or equivalent.
• Experience in conceptualizing, analyzing, investigating and reporting on a wide variety of issues.
• Experience in program design and evaluation.
• Experience interpreting, applying and advising on federal and provincial programs, government legislation, regulatory requirements and policies.
• Skill set in researching, writing, critical thinking and business acumen.
• Computer skills, having proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, specifically with word processing and spreadsheet programs.

Salary Range: 95,655 - 137,504 with a midpoint of 119, 569 per annum.
Upon hire, new employees will be placed in a starting salary between the minimum and P50 (midpoint) of the salary range. The P50 of the range represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications, and experience for the position.