The main purpose of the Manager of Government Relations and Policy is to support and advance the organization’s advocacy efforts, ensuring Children’s Healthcare Canada is positioned as a trusted thought leader and subject matter expert informing policies and investments that improve children’s experiences and outcomes of care.
Reporting to the Director of Public Affairs, the role involves the coordination of regular meetings with Parliamentarians and senior officials, and supports the development of policy statements that guide our advocacy efforts (in close collaboration with the Director of Policy and Practice).
The ideal candidate is bilingual, has a minimum of 5 years of experience in policy and government relations, some previous experience in the non-for-profit world and/or healthcare experience. You want to create positive change in child and youth healthcare, are proactive and detail-oriented, and will enjoy working with a small, dynamic team in a collaborative environment. This role will also provide support to other teams and assist in representing the organization in meetings and consultations with interest holders.