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Job Description:About us:Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter of the Victorian Order of Nurses, Carefor has been helping seniors and people living with disabilities in Eastern Ontario live with choice and dignity since 1897.For our staff, we are proud to help them be the best they can be both now and into the future. Through comprehensive onboarding and continual training, you are continuously improving your professional practice with Carefor; and with the HOOPP pension plan, great benefits and a flexible schedule, we’re looking out for you and your family. At Carefor, we know our work matters, and we’re proud of the impact we have in people’s lives.Vice President, People, Strategy &amp; GrowthCarefor Health &amp; Community Services is seeking an accomplished and visionary leader to join our Executive Team as Vice President, People, Strategy &amp; Growth. As one of Eastern Ontario’s largest healthcare providers with approximately 1,200 employees, Carefor offers a dynamic and complex environment where leadership truly matters. This pivotal role will shape the future of our organization by driving workforce excellence, advancing strategic growth initiatives, and stewarding enterprise governance.Reporting directly to the President &amp; CEO, the Vice President will provide executive leadership across human resources, business development, marketing and communications, and risk management - ensuring alignment with Carefor’s mission, values, and long-term strategic priorities.To apply for this opportunity, please contact Don Breedon, Director of Human Resources at <a href="mailto:dbreedon@carefor.ca" target="_blank">dbreedon@carefor.ca</a>What You Will Do:1. Human Resources &amp; Workforce StrategyThe Vice President provides executive leadership for all aspects of human resources, ensuring a high-performing, values-driven, and sustainable workforce.Key Accountabilities<ul><li>Lead the development and execution of corporate people and workforce strategy aligned with organizational priorities and population health needs.</li><li>Oversee HR functions including:</li><li>Talent acquisition and retention</li><li>Workforce planning and succession management</li><li>Labour relations and collective bargaining</li><li>Compensation, benefits, and total rewards</li><li>Performance management and leadership development</li><li>Occupational health, safety, wellness, and disability management</li><li>Leadership competency framework</li><li>Serve as the executive lead for labour relations strategy, including negotiations, grievance management, and union partnerships.</li><li>Champion equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging across the organization.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all applicable employment legislation, accreditation standards, accessibility standards and healthcare regulatory requirements in Ontario.</li><li>Advance modern HR practices including digital enablement, analytics, and evidence-informed decision-making.</li></ul>2. Business Development, Partnerships &amp; GrowthThe Vice President leads organizational growth initiatives that enhance sustainability, service expansion, and system integration.Key AccountabilitiesIdentify, assess, and advance business development opportunities, including:<ul><li>New service lines</li><li>Strategic partnerships and alliances</li><li>Public-sector and private-sector collaborations</li><li>Mergers, integrations, and affiliation opportunities as applicable</li><li>Lead due diligence, business cases, and executive recommendations for growth initiatives.</li><li>Collaborate with clinical, operational, and finance leaders to ensure growth strategies are viable, patient-centred, and aligned with funding models.</li><li>Represent the organization externally with system partners, government stakeholders, and community organizations.</li></ul>3. Marketing, Fundraising, Communications &amp; StrategyThe Vice President provides strategic oversight of organizational positioning, reputation, and long-term planning.Key Accountabilities<ul><li>Lead the development, implementation, and monitoring of the corporate strategic plan, in partnership with the Executive Leadership Team and Board.</li><li>Oversee marketing, brand, and communications strategies to strengthen organizational reputation and stakeholder engagement.</li><li>Ensure consistent messaging across internal and external audiences, aligned with organizational values and system priorities.</li><li>Advocacy and stakeholder engagement</li><li>Align and advance fundraising strategy and execution per organizational priorities</li><li>Use market intelligence, population health data, and system trends to inform strategic decision-making.</li><li>Support board-level strategic planning, performance reporting, and governance requirements.</li></ul>4. Corporate Risk &amp; Enterprise GovernanceThe Vice President serves as an executive steward of enterprise risk management and organizational resilience.Key Accountabilities<ul><li>Lead the organization’s Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework, including identification, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting of strategic, operational, financial, human capital, and reputational risks.</li><li>Ensure alignment between risk management, strategic planning, and continuous improvement priorities.</li><li>Oversee corporate policy frameworks and ongoing policy development, internal controls, and compliance processes.</li><li>Support regulatory compliance across all accountable domains.</li><li>Provide regular risk reporting to the Executive Leadership Team and Board committees.</li><li>Model values-based, inclusive, and transparent leadership.</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability and innovation.</li></ul>Financial and Other<ul><li>Leads the development of the annual operating budget for the assigned portfolios and is accountable for financial results of their departments</li><li>Provides input and expert judgment regarding expenditures and resources needed for the programs within their portfolio</li><li>Regularly monitors expenditures and revenues against the budget and adjusts course as required to stay within budget targets</li><li>Required to travel locally within Carefor’s service geography on a regular basis</li></ul>What You Will Bring:Education &amp; Credentials<ul><li>A university degree in health, public policy and strategy, business, commerce, human resource management, or a related field.</li><li>Master’s degree in Health Administration (MHA) or Masters in Business Administration (MBA) (or equivalent)</li><li>LEAN Healthcare Certificate and/or Project Management certification (e.g., PMP) or equivalent demonstrated experience</li></ul>Experience and Qualifications<ul><li>Minimum 10 years of progressive senior leadership experience, with executive-level accountability</li><li>Demonstrated experience in healthcare organizations within Ontario’s regulated environment</li><li>Demonstrated success in driving enterprise-wide initiatives focused on enhancing organizational culture and continuous improvement</li><li>Experience in strategy development, business growth, and system partnerships</li><li>Strong exposure to corporate risk, governance, and board reporting</li><li>Experience working in unionized healthcare environments is strongly preferred</li></ul>Fluency in both official languages is strong assetWhat We Offer You:<ul><li>Competitive Salary</li><li>Pension Plan with the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)</li><li>Health and Dental Benefits</li><li>Employee and Family Assistance Program</li><li>Professional Development Opportunities</li><li>Leadership team who values innovation, continuous improvement, quality and service excellence while appreciating work-life boundaries</li><li>Staff who are deeply committed to excellent client care</li></ul>Carefor is committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Please let us know in your application if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. All requests for accommodation will be considered in a fair and objective manner that will ensure applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

Carefor Health and Community Services

Vice President, People Strategy & Growth

ABOUT THE COUNCIL ON AGING OF OTTAWAThe Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) is a bilingual and inclusive organization dedicated to advancing the well-being of Ottawa’s older adults. For over 50 years, COA has been a trusted voice in the community, addressing issues that matter most to seniors - education, health, housing, transportation, income security, and francophone affairs.&nbsp;POSITION SUMMARYThe Council on Aging of Ottawa (COA) is seeking a bilingual, dynamic, and highly organized leader to join our team as Director, Age-Friendly Ottawa. Reporting to the Executive Director and working in close collaboration with committee Chairs and members in all aspects of their role, this individual will lead and oversee the work of COA’s Age-Friendly Action Committees—Health, Housing, Transportation, and Income Security.&nbsp;Using a collaborative, age-friendly community development approach, the Director leads the identification and advancement of priority issues, ensures the meaningful engagement and coordination of older adults and their supporters, and amplifies their voices to influence change. The role also includes managing committee volunteers, including orientation and mentorship; guiding committees in educational and consultative initiatives; coordinating the development and dissemination of related COA resources; and preparing communications to ensure broad awareness of committee initiatives and impact. The role is grounded in COA’s core values of accountability, perseverance, competence, age-positiveness, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES IN LEADING THE AGE-FRIENDLY ACTION COMMITTEES(Health, Housing, Transportation, Income Security)Engagement, Advocacy, and Representation&nbsp;<ul><li>Lead the identification and prioritization of key issues in the areas of health, housing, transportation, and income security at the municipal level, and at provincial and federal levels as appropriate</li><li>Coordinate and support the planning and implementation of advocacy, engagement, and action initiatives</li><li>Facilitate meaningful community involvement and network engagement in the work of the committees</li><li>Guide outreach and consultation with older adults, partner organizations, and community groups</li><li>Liaise with older adults, partners, City staff, and Councillors to exchange information and respond to emerging issues</li><li>Coordinate joint advocacy efforts to amplify older adults’ voices with decision-makers</li><li>Represent COA in the community, at partner tables, and in collaborative initiatives</li><li>Monitor and share relevant news, research, policy developments, and best practices related to aging</li></ul>Volunteer Leadership &amp; Support<ul><li>Identify ongoing volunteer resource needs on committees and initiatives</li><li>Manage the recruitment, orientation, training, mentorship, and recognition of volunteers</li><li>Maintaining strong connections with the networks of agencies serving on committees</li><li>Work closely with Committee Chairs to strengthen leadership capacity and effectiveness</li></ul>Education &amp; Consultation<ul><li>Guide committees in carrying out educational and consultative initiatives through such activities as community conversations, forums, and campaign / publication launches</li><li>Organize annual training for Action Committee members on age-friendly principles, advocacy best practices, and relevant COA operational policies</li><li>Coordinate the development, maintenance, and dissemination of COA resources including&nbsp; guides, reports, fact sheets, and tip sheets, as well as other relevant partner resources</li><li>Prepare presentations for use by staff and volunteers</li></ul>Policy Analysis<ul><li>Monitor municipal and provincial budgets, election issues, policies, programs, and decisions affecting older adults</li><li>Carry out research and analysis to identify gaps and support the COA’s advocacy efforts</li></ul>Communication<ul><li>Develop content highlighting committee initiatives, outcomes, and impact for internal and external audiences</li><li>Ensure timely internal communication through regular committee and Board updates</li><li>Support timely external communications through COA’s e-newsletter, website, social media, and public presentations</li><li>Represent COA in public forums and media, and/or support volunteer leaders in doing so</li></ul>Reporting&nbsp;<ul><li>Keep the Executive Director informed of all advocacy, engagement, and committee activities</li><li>Provide Action Committees with monthly updates on organization-wide activities</li><li>Track, monitor, and report on Action Committee workplans and outcomes</li><li>Support effective two-way communication between the Board and committees</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely information is provided for COA’s Annual Report</li></ul>OTHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES&nbsp;Older Adult Plan Roundtable<ul><li>Support the work of the Co-Chairs of Representation and Engagement in their role as Co-Chairs of the City of Ottawa’s Older Adult Plan Roundtable</li><li>Partner with the City to maintain Ottawa’s membership in the WHO Global Network of Age-Friendly Cities</li></ul>Special Projects<ul><li>Collaborate on relevant grant writing and reporting</li><li>Manage and report on special programs / projects / grants / deliverables / budgets</li><li>Recruit and supervise students and project staff as needed</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS&nbsp;<ul><li>Post-secondary education in social work, social sciences, health sciences, public policy, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>Minimum five (5) years of experience in community development, advocacy, policy, health, housing, or a related field</li><li>Fluency in English and French (oral and written) is mandatory</li><li>Commitment to COA’s mission, vision, and values</li><li>Ability to work with a diverse range of older adults</li><li>Experience working with volunteers and community-based committees</li><li>Knowledge of municipal government structures and policy processes</li><li>Understanding and experience dealing with key older adult issues and concerns, particularly in relation to health, housing, transportation, and income security</li><li>Established network within local community organizations</li><li>Familiarity with age-friendly community development and its key components</li><li>Strong facilitation, research, policy analysis, and project management skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public presentation skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and a demonstrated commitment to equity and social justice</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft 365</li></ul>ADDITIONAL DETAILS<ul><li>Hours: 30 hours/week &nbsp;</li><li>Salary: $62,000 - $67,000</li><li>Schedule: Monday to Thursday, daytime hours with flexing options</li><li>Location: On-site at 815 St. Laurent Blvd. with some opportunity to work remotely</li><li>Please note that there is a possibility of the position moving to full-time going forward</li></ul>HOW TO APPLYThe Council on Aging of Ottawa is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diversity of the community that we serve.Please submit your cover letter and resume by email to: Sarah Bercier, Executive Director <a href="mailto:s.bercier@coaottawa.ca" target="_blank">s.bercier@coaottawa.ca</a>Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Application Deadline: Open until filled&nbsp;_______________________________________________________&nbsp;À PROPOS DU CONSEIL SUR LE VIEILLISSEMENT D'OTTAWALe Conseil sur le vieillissement d'Ottawa (CSV) est un organisme bilingue et inclusif qui se consacre à l'amélioration du bien-être des personnes aînées d'Ottawa. Depuis plus de 50 ans, le CSV est une voix de confiance dans la communauté, qui aborde les questions les plus importantes pour les personnes aînées : l'éducation, la santé, le logement, le transport, la sécurité du revenu et les affaires francophones.&nbsp;RÉSUMÉ DU POSTELe Conseil sur le vieillissement d'Ottawa (CSV) recherche une ou un leader bilingue, dynamique et très organisé pour rejoindre notre équipe en tant que directeur-trice du programme «&nbsp;Ottawa, ville-amie-des-aînés&nbsp;». Sous la responsabilité de la directrice générale et en étroite collaboration avec les présidences et les membres des comités dans tous les aspects de leur rôle, cette personne dirigera et supervisera le travail des comités d'action du CSV pour une ville-amie-des-aînés : la santé, le logement, le transport et la sécurité du revenu.&nbsp;En utilisant une approche collaborative de développement communautaire adaptée aux personnes &nbsp;aînées, le directeur ou la directrice dirige l'identification et la promotion des questions prioritaires, assure la participation et la coordination significatives des personnes aînées et de leurs soutiens, et amplifie leur voix afin d'influencer le changement. Le rôle comprend également la gestion des bénévoles du comité, y compris l'orientation et le mentorat, l'accompagnement des comités dans leurs initiatives éducatives et consultatives, la coordination du développement et de la diffusion des ressources connexes du CSV, et la préparation de communications visant à assurer une large sensibilisation aux initiatives et à l'impact des divers comités. Le rôle est fondé sur les valeurs fondamentales du CSV, à savoir la responsabilité, la persévérance, la compétence, l'attitude positive envers le vieillissement, la diversité, l'équité et l'inclusion.PRINCIPALES RESPONSABILITÉS DANS LA DIRECTION DES COMITÉS D'ACTION AMIE-DES-AÎNÉS(santé, logement, transport, sécurité du revenu)Engagement, défense des intérêts et représentation&nbsp;<ul><li>Diriger l'identification et la hiérarchisation des questions clés dans les domaines de la santé, du logement, du transport et de la sécurité du revenu au niveau municipal, provincial et fédéral, selon le cas.</li><li>Coordonner et soutenir la planification et la mise en œuvre d'initiatives de défense des intérêts, d'engagement et d'action.</li><li>Faciliter la participation significative de la communauté et l'engagement du réseau dans le travail des comités.</li><li>Guider la sensibilisation et la consultation auprès des personnes aînées, des organismes partenaires et des groupes communautaires.</li><li>Assurer la liaison avec les personnes aînées, les partenaires, le personnel municipal et les conseillers municipaux afin d'échanger des informations et de répondre aux questions émergentes.</li><li>Coordonner les efforts conjoints de défense des intérêts afin d'amplifier la voix des personnes aînées auprès des décideurs.</li><li>Représenter le CSV dans la communauté, lors des tables rondes avec les partenaires et dans le cadre d'initiatives collaboratives.</li><li>Suivre et partager les actualités, les recherches, les développements politiques et les meilleures pratiques pertinentes liées au vieillissement.</li></ul>Leadership et soutien aux bénévoles<ul><li>Identifier les besoins permanents en ressources bénévoles au sein des comités et des initiatives.</li><li>Gérer le recrutement, l'orientation, la formation, le mentorat et la reconnaissance des bénévoles.</li><li>Maintenir des liens solides avec les réseaux d'organismes siégeant aux comités.</li><li>Travailler en étroite collaboration avec les présidences des comités afin de renforcer les capacités de leadership et l'efficacité.</li></ul>Éducation et consultation<ul><li>Guider les comités dans la mise en œuvre d'initiatives éducatives et consultatives par le biais d'activités telles que des conversations communautaires, des forums et des lancements de campagnes ou de publications.</li><li>Organiser une formation annuelle pour les membres du comité d'action sur les principes adaptés aux personnes aînées, les meilleures pratiques en matière de défense des droits et les politiques opérationnelles pertinentes du CSV.</li><li>Coordonner l'élaboration, la mise à jour et la diffusion des ressources du CSV, notamment les guides, les rapports, les fiches d'information et les fiches-conseils, ainsi que d'autres ressources pertinentes des partenaires.</li><li>Préparer des présentations à l'intention du personnel et des bénévoles.</li></ul>Analyse des politiques<ul><li>Surveiller les budgets municipaux et provinciaux, les questions électorales, les politiques, les programmes et les décisions qui touchent les personnes aînées.</li><li>Effectuer des recherches et des analyses afin de cerner les lacunes et d'appuyer les efforts de défense des intérêts du CSV.</li></ul>Communication<ul><li>Élaborer du contenu mettant en valeur les initiatives, les résultats et l'impact du comité à l'intention des publics internes et externes.</li><li>Assurer une communication interne en temps opportun grâce à des mises à jour régulières du comité et du conseil d'administration.</li><li>Soutenir une communication externe en temps opportun par le biais du bulletin électronique, du site web, des médias sociaux et des présentations publiques du CSV.</li><li>Représenter le CSV dans les forums publics et les médias, et soutenir les responsables bénévoles dans cette tâche.</li></ul>Rapports&nbsp;<ul><li>Tenir la directrice générale informée de toutes les activités de plaidoyer, d'engagement et des comités;</li><li>Fournir aux comités d'action des mises à jour mensuelles sur les activités de l'ensemble de l'organisme;</li><li>Suivre, contrôler et rendre compte des plans de travail et des résultats des comités d'action;</li><li>Soutenir une communication bidirectionnelle efficace entre le conseil d'administration et les comités;</li><li>Veiller à ce que des informations précises et opportunes soient fournies pour le rapport annuel du CSV;</li></ul>AUTRES RESPONSABILITÉS PRINCIPALESTable ronde sur le Plan relatif aux personnes aînées<ul><li>Soutenir le travail des coprésidences de la représentation et de l'engagement dans leur rôle de coprésidents de la table ronde sur le Plan relatif aux personnes aînées&nbsp;de la ville d'Ottawa</li><li>Collaborer avec la ville pour maintenir l'adhésion d'Ottawa au Réseau mondial des villes-amie-des-aînés de l'OMS.</li></ul>Projets spéciaux<ul><li>Collaborer à la rédaction de demandes de subventions et de rapports pertinents.</li><li>Gérer et rendre compte des programmes, projets, subventions, livrables et budgets spéciaux.</li><li>Recruter et superviser des étudiant.e.s et du personnel de projet selon les besoins.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS&nbsp;<ul><li>Études postsecondaires en travail social, sciences sociales, sciences de la santé, politiques publiques ou dans un domaine connexe, ou une combinaison équivalente d'études et d'expérience.</li><li>Au moins cinq (5) ans d'expérience dans le développement communautaire, la défense des droits, les politiques, la santé, le logement ou un domaine connexe.</li><li>La maîtrise de l'anglais et du français (à l'oral et à l'écrit) est obligatoire.</li><li>Engagement envers la mission, la vision et les valeurs du CSV</li><li>Capacité à travailler avec un large éventail de personnes aînées</li><li>Expérience de travail avec des bénévoles et des comités communautaires</li><li>Connaissance des structures gouvernementales municipales et des processus politiques</li><li>Compréhension et expérience des questions et préoccupations clés des personnes aînées, en particulier en matière de santé, de logement, de transport et de sécurité du revenu</li><li>Réseau établi au sein des organisations communautaires locales</li><li>Connaissance du développement communautaire adapté aux personnes aînées et de ses éléments clés</li><li>Solides compétences en matière de facilitation, de recherche, d'analyse des politiques et de gestion de projets</li><li>Excellentes compétences en communications écrites et orales, y compris en matière de présentations publiques</li><li>Solides compétences interpersonnelles et engagement démontré en faveur de l'équité et de la justice sociale</li><li>Maîtrise de Microsoft 365</li></ul>DÉTAILS SUPPLÉMENTAIRES<ul><li>Heures : 30 heures/semaine</li><li>Salaire : 62 000 $ - 67 000 $</li><li>Horaire : du lundi au jeudi, pendant la journée, avec des options flexibles</li><li>Lieu : sur place, au 815, boulevard Saint-Laurent, avec possibilité de travailler à distance</li></ul>COMMENT POSTULERLe Conseil sur le vieillissement d'Ottawa est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l'égalité d'accès à l'emploi et encourage les candidatures de personnes reflétant la diversité de la communauté que nous servons.Veuillez envoyer votre lettre de motivation et votre curriculum vitae par courriel à :Sarah Bercier, directrice générale<a href="mailto:s.bercier@coaottawa.ca" target="_blank">s.bercier@coaottawa.ca</a>Seules les candidatures sélectionnées pour un entretien seront contactées.Date limite de candidature : poste vacant jusqu'à ce qu'il soit pourvu.&nbsp;

Council on Aging of Ottawa

DIRECTOR, AGE-FRIENDLY OTTAWA / DIRECTEUR-TRICE, OTTAWA VILLE-AMIE-DES-AÎNÉS

About the Role&nbsp;Environmental Defence Canada (EDC) is a leading Canadian environmental advocacy organization that works with government, industry and individuals to defend clean water, a safe climate and healthy communities. You will be joining a mission-oriented organization with solution-oriented team members who strive to improve our communities and environment. This is a full-time position with 4 weeks vacation, half-day Fridays between Canada Day and Labour Day, a benefits program and an RRSP matching program. The salary range is $70,000-$75,000. This role will be reporting to the Programs Director.&nbsp;Purpose of the Role&nbsp;We are seeking an experienced Program Manager to add capacity to Environmental Defence’s&nbsp;efforts to advocate for environmental laws, regulations and policies with the Federal government in Ottawa. This role is focused on developing and executing on government relations&nbsp; efforts with the government officials in Ottawa.&nbsp;The Program&nbsp;Manager will help identify key contacts in the federal government, build relationships with allies and decision makers, and lead the development of government relations strategies for Environmental Defence’s policy advocacy efforts with the federal government. The government relations manager will work closely with Environmental Defence’s policy leads to bring our arguments to Ottawa and advocate for environmental protection.&nbsp;The Program Manager will&nbsp;be responsible for staying informed of developments inside government, co-creating, updating&nbsp;and overseeing progress on a work plan, contributing to content development,&nbsp;contributing to&nbsp;policy briefs and assisting with fundraising proposal&nbsp;development.&nbsp;Duties and Responsibilities:&nbsp;<ul><li>Monitor, analyse and keep EDC staff up to date on key developments in Ottawa, including Legislative Committee hearings</li><li>Identify and map out key contacts in Ottawa: elected representatives, their staff, senators, and officials inside key ministries</li><li>Lead the development of a government relations strategy for EDC</li><li>Act as a resource to EDC program managers and staff in developing and executing government relations programs</li><li>Track and report all meetings in accordance with applicable laws and regulations</li><li>Contribute to preparing briefing notes and other materials as necessary</li><li>Work with key allies in Ottawa and act as EDC’s contact lead on matters related to the federal government</li><li>Assist with writing grant applications and funder reports.&nbsp;</li></ul>Skills and Experience&nbsp;<ul><li>5+ years experience working on environmental issues or public policy with&nbsp;government or an NGO </li><li>Deep understanding of environmental issues and in particular climate change impacts and policy solutions as well as&nbsp; demonstrated&nbsp;experience working on issues-based campaigns. </li><li>Knowledge of electricity systems and clean energy is a plus. </li><li>Project management experience an asset </li><li>Experience with government relations, media and/or politics </li><li>Thrives in a team environment, and can build strong working relationships&nbsp;</li><li>Efficient time and workload management skills&nbsp;</li></ul>Location&nbsp;This role will be a hybrid role, part time in the EDC Ottawa office and part time work from home.&nbsp;To apply&nbsp;Please submit your application through our job portal -&nbsp;<a href="https://edc-careers.applytojobs.ca/&amp;nbsp" target="_blank">https://edc-careers.applytojobs.ca/&amp;nbsp</a>;Environmental Defence embraces equity and diversity and is committed to a workplace that is enriched by the people, needs and desires of Canada’s diverse community. We thank all candidates in advance for their application, but only those contacted for an interview will receive a reply.

Environmental Defence

Program Manager,  Government Relations

About Children’s Healthcare Canada&nbsp;Children’s Healthcare Canada is a national association serving children’s healthcare delivery organizations across the continuum of care. We exist to serve our members and accelerate excellence and innovation in health systems serving children, youth, and their families in Canada. Our team is small but mighty, and we strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.&nbsp; Children’s Healthcare Canada offers: &nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid work – a balance of in-office and at-home work;</li><li>Optional HOOPP pension plan participation;</li><li>A passionate, smart, fun, and creative office culture;</li><li>Strong leadership with a focus on training and mentoring to help you grow, expand your skills, and become your professional best.</li></ul>Overall Job PurposeThe 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.&nbsp;Reporting to the Director of Public Affairs, the role involves the coordination of regular meetings with Parliamentarians and senior officials,&nbsp; and supports the development of policy statements that guide our advocacy efforts (in close collaboration with the Director of Policy and Practice).&nbsp;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.&nbsp;This role will also provide support to other teams and assist in representing the organization in meetings and consultations&nbsp;with interest holders.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities&nbsp;Government Relations:&nbsp;<ul><li>With support from the Director of Public Affairs, contribute to the implementation of&nbsp;the Association’s government relations strategy in accordance with the Association’s overall strategic vision.</li><li>Prepare official correspondence to elected officials, political staff, and public servants.</li><li>Prepare briefing notes, presentations, and other supporting documents, based on political &amp; policy research.</li><li>Plan and coordinate interest holder meetings and related events such as Hill Day or other advocacy activities.</li><li>Maintain data and contacts for government officials and interest holders and ensuring government relations-related documentation is kept up-to-date and filed in centralized sources.&nbsp;</li></ul>Policy:&nbsp;<ul><li>In collaboration with the Director, Policy and Practice, conduct analysis and interpretation of research evidence to prepare background documents, policy briefs, and relevant materials in support of policy and advocacy priorities.</li><li>Ensure alignment of policy and advocacy priorities</li><li>Provide strategic and content support for meetings with external stakeholders, and represent the Association in such meetings.</li><li>Prepare as directed environmental scanning documents that assist members and staff in understanding current trends and implications regarding Children’s Healthcare Canada’s work in the policy area.</li><li>Provide ad hoc GR and policy support to Pediatric Chairs of Canada, a subsidiary of Children’s Healthcare Canada, as required.</li></ul>Other duties:&nbsp;<ul><li>Stay attuned to the activity of the broader associationto anticipate and plan for any opportunities for collaboration.&nbsp;</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONBilingual: proficiency in both of Canada’s official languages PreferredBachelor’s degree in political studies, public policy, public relations, or a related field Essential5 years' experience working in policy or government relations or communications Essential&nbsp;Previous work in the healthcare sector or non-for-profit sector Preferred&nbsp;Experience with developing and implementing government relations strategy Essential&nbsp;Excellent writing skills and ability to adapt language and style of communication to the audience Essential&nbsp;Experience researching and developing policy positions in the healthcare sector EssentialDemonstrate professionalism in communication with all stakeholders Essential&nbsp;A willingness to take proactive steps and initiatives in identifying and addressing challenges EssentialKeen attention to detail in drafting documents and executing strategies Essential&nbsp;A willingness to improve, learn and try new things Essential&nbsp;Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize competing priorities and manage time Essential &nbsp;To ApplyIf you are interested in this position, please submit your cover letter and CV on or before January 30, 2026, at 17:00 Eastern to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:mprovost@childrenshealthcarecanada.ca" target="_blank">mprovost@childrenshealthcarecanada.ca</a>.&nbsp;

4 Policy / Government Relations Jobs in Ottawa, ON, Canada