Assistant.e du bureau des vice-présidents

We work alongside our members to advance public policy solutions that ensure a sound and vibrant life and health insurance industry that allows Canadians to enjoy greater financial security and access to valuable supplementary health benefits.
This position is currently a hybrid position where you are expected to attend the Ottawa office at least 2 days a week.

Independent - you are self-motivated and manage your time well.
Flexible - this is a position where you will have to approach an issue through different angles and the ability to analyze a situation or problem.

Reporting to the Vice President, Government Relations and Public Affairs, the Assistant Vice-President, Government and Stakeholder Affairs is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and maintaining advocacy programs, primarily at the federal level.
including health benefits, pensions, and retirement savings as well as issues related to the Insurance Companies Act (ICA).

This is a contract role to cover a maternity leave and will last approximately 15 months .

Accountable for the development and implementation of advocacy action plans on key issues for the CLHIA.
Proactively propose/plan, develop and deliver the CLHIA advocacy action plans including general specific interests with legislators at the federal level (i.e.
advocacy days, issue management, information dissemination on industry initiatives, advocacy campaigns) aligned with the strategy; includes on-going outreach initiatives, participation in Parliamentary committee hearings or consultations as required.
Relationship Management:

Lead the federal advocacy program on key files.
advocacy day and issue management as required.
primarily on the representatives from the Government Relations Committee.
responsible for the Government Relations Committee and its working groups.
Work to get consensus on key files through leadership on the Government Relations
Committee and various working groups including health care and pensions.
Oversee the CLHIA's Ottawa office.
~ Assisting with special projects as required and/or assigned.

7-10 years' experience working in a government relations or advocacy capacity.
~ University degree in a relevant field (e.g.
political science, economics, or related field)
~ Strong communication skills (verbal, written, digital), and the ability to effectively build relationships and work collaboratively with individuals within and outside the Association.
~ Organizational, project management and time management skills to manage multiple projects, including those with tight deadlines and changing priorities.
~ Must be able to register as a federal lobbyist.
~ Bilingual English/French is an asset.

On request, we provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities in accordance with the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.