Director (remote)

7 days ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Dietitians of Canada Full time
Job Title: Director, Government Relations and Policy Line of Business: Advocacy
Supports: CEO, Leadership Team, Board of Directors
Chief Executive Officer

We believe in the power of food to enhance lives and improve health and our curiosity to understand both the science and social issues impacting Canadians is behind what drives us, it is our passion and calling. In that context the Director, Advocacy and Policy, you will help champion the role of Dietitians in the health system and the issues impacting the health of Canadians.

As Director, Government Relations and Policy you will be responsible for the development and implementation of a multi-year government / industry relations plan to guide the associations' advocacy on priority issues to address the needs of Canadian Dietitians. This includes strategic planning, overseeing, coordinating, and implementing a broad range of advocacy / policy activities and relationships aimed at effectively driving the Dietitians of Canada advocacy including federal, provincial governments and the insurance industry.

The position is for an up and comer in the advocacy / policy world, with an eye on using what you've learned to build an advocacy program from the ground up. You bring first-hand knowledge, experience and current intelligence to the Dietitians of Canada in government and/or insurance industry advocacy from a health association lense.

Develop DC's government and industry relations policies, strategy and tactical roadmap to achieve results for the Dietetic profession.
Cultivate relationships and execute advocacy strategies with political leaders, senior government officials, industry, media and other health associations and other partners.
Foster internal relationships primarily with the Dietitians of Canada team, expert volunteers in Networks, and interest groups to provide expert guidance and education in relation to advocacy matters.
Research, development and analysis of policy
Draft formal policy statements and communications to government and insurance companies including submitting feedback on government discussion papers, research on positive impacts of dietetic services in insurance plans.
Prepare our Dietetic leaders to represent DC at government / insurance company briefings, hearings, and related events.
Lead outreach activities like running a DC lobby day, attending industry events and setting up / supporting the CEO and Board at speaking engagements.
Oversee our policy team (that includes staff and/or volunteers/consultants), to help translate policy positions into relevant / actionable advocacy strategies and tactics.

At least five (5) years of relevant work experience conducting government relations, and ideally, experience with insurance and/or industry sector outreach.
It is critical that you can make credible arguments to decision-makers and influencers about the unique role Dietitians plays in meeting health and social priorities.
You are cognitively flexible and curious – you are confident, but humble. You don't need to be the smartest person in the room, but you are impressive in the way you work with and recognize the people who help guide your work. An understanding of complex political dynamics across government departments, among provinces and industry, and how they might affect otherwise well-designed policy proposals.
A highly effective communicator who can make compelling presentations to small and large groups, even when the topic is technical in nature.
Existing connections in government / insurance industry. A track record of translating policies / positions into successful advocacy campaigns/programs.
Experience building durable coalitions and overcoming barriers to enacting or effectively implementing policies.
A strong knowledge base of the Canadian health system (includes private sector) and a desire and ability to learn about the dietetic field.
Be fluently bilingual (English and French).

You have worked in some sort of health-related association or organization in the health field.
You have helped policymakers understand and get behind emerging health solutions.
Work from home / hybrid environment.

You will report directly to the CEO who is passionate about your development and helping you win.
· We are a small but mighty team - this is your chance to play a key role in building a world-class advocacy program and member first culture.
· You'll get to work remotely and be setup with a work-from-home budget to help get your home office all set up.

Exclusive offers from BMO Bank at work including mortgage rate discounts, bonus interest for term investments and discounts on lending products.
· Comprehensive Group Benefits Program including Health, Dental and an Employee Family Assistance Program.
· Extended statutory holiday weekends and end of calendar year holiday vacation.
· Our diversity and equal opportunity practices are guided and championed by our leadership team.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion includes recruiting and retaining team members from diverse backgrounds and experiences, and fostering a culture of belonging where all team members are included, treated with dignity and respect, promoted on their merits, and placed in positions to contribute to business success.

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