Director, Public Affairs

National Bureau of Economic Research Inc

Toronto, Canada
$92,000-$115,000 cad py
On-site
Government relations strategy
Client account leadership
Business development
Lead public affairs mandates from strategy to execution, translating political, legislative and regulatory developments into clear, actionable recommendations for clients

Job Summary

  • Lead public affairs mandates from strategy to execution, translating political, legislative and regulatory developments into clear, actionable recommendations for clients.
  • Build and maintain senior-level relationships with clients, elected officials, political staff, senior public servants and industry stakeholders.
  • Mentor and develop team members through coaching, goal setting and delegation of meaningful opportunities.

Matching Summary

Lead public affairs mandates from strategy to execution, translating political, legislative and regulatory developments into clear, actionable recommendations for clients.

Salary

$92,000-$115,000 CAD

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Government relations strategy
  • Client account leadership
  • Business development
  • Advocacy and communications plans
  • Earned media and digital approaches
  • Senior-level relationship building
  • Team leadership and development

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic communications solutions
  • Pan-Canadian team collaboration
  • AI-enabled tool proficiency

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in government relations/public affairs
  • Experience in a political office strongly preferred
  • Post-secondary education in political science, communications, public relations or related field
  • Proven ability to develop compelling communications content
  • Experience using digital advocacy and social platforms
  • Excellent writing, editing, presentation and interpersonal skills
  • Comfort using AI-enabled tools

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