Director, Disability Management Field

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 Toronto 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 & Public Affairs, the Director, Government & Industry Affairs is responsible for planning, developing, delivering, and maintaining advocacy programs, primarily at the federal level. The Director's focus will be on the value of life and health insurance industry as well as key files related to the products and services of the sector including health benefits, pensions, and retirement savings as well as issues related to the Insurance Companies Act (ICA).

Prescription, dental and paramedical benefits, with employer paid premiums
~ A defined contribution pension plan with employer matching
~ Hybrid work model based out of our Toronto office

Proactively propose/plan, develop and deliver the CLHIA advocacy with elected and public officials at the federal and provincial levels (i.E. advocacy days, issue management, information dissemination and awareness of the industry and its initiatives, issue-related campaigns) aligned with the strategy; includes on-going outreach initiatives, participation in Parliamentary committee hearings or consultations as required.
Relationship Management:

Take an integrated and consistent approach with the wider government and public
positions and messaging to help respond to external inquiries (including media) and
Lead the federal advocacy program on key files. days, communications and issue management as required.

participation in the Government Relations Committee. key files including health care and pensions as required.

Assisting with special projects as required and/or assigned.

5 - 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)
~ 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.