Projet Manager

Mission Statement The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

We are an innovative partner, mobilized to share hope wherever there is hardship, building communities that are just and know the love of Jesus.

The Salvation Army Canada and Bermuda has four core values:

Service: We reach out to support others without discrimination.
We responsibly manage the resources entrusted to us.

Their role involves monitoring provincial and municipal government actions that affects the organization and those we serve, as well as seeking and/or participating in government processes to represent The Salvation Army and our clients to government .In consultation with the DSPR, the Divisional Manager, Public Affairs is responsible for planning, developing, and implementing strategic government partnerships for The Salvation Army in each of the BC.

This role works with PA leaders across the organization and with Divisional leadership to plan and evaluate strategic decisions, goals, and metrics for the portfolio, informed by an organization-wide government relations (GR) strategy (federal, provincial, and municipal).

The role involves increasing awareness of our services in communities and government, building and maintaining the expert brand of the Army, highlighting alignment of The Salvation Army and government priorities to influence policy, legislative change and to seek funding through grants for the benefit of those we serve.

Note: occasional work out of the divisional office in Vancouver, BC is required.

Planning and Implementation
Develops, leads, and evaluates the implementation of a Government Relations strategy in BC.
Develops a portfolio of relationships with government contacts and supports relationship development between The Salvation Army's divisional leadership, divisional public relations personnel, frontline leaders, and government officials.
In collaboration with the DSPR and the territorial public affairs team, designs, manages, and executes strategic communications to and events with government.
Ensures all outreach and follow up to government officials follows the agreed timelines and requirements, in collaboration with key stakeholders across the organization.
Manages and attends related meetings and event process is, producing briefing notes, Q&A's, announcements, submissions, etc.
Works with the division's executive board, divisional public relations, divisional development, and territorial public affairs teams to identify potential government funding opportunities.
Strategically works with and contributes to divisional initiatives by securing governmental presence and support at events and initiatives at both the divisional and ministry unit local levels.
Manages government prospects and partners in various stages of the pipeline management cycle.
Makes recommendations to divisional leadership and anticipates emerging issues, trends, and risks.
Monitors the organizations reputation within the sector and government, identifying opportunities for enhanced brand recognition, mitigates threats, and develops recommendations and draft responses as needed.
Leverages networking opportunities with professional and organizational affiliations and attends functions that serve to effectively identify and cultivate perspective government relationships.
Completion of a formal post-secondary/college/University program in in Political Science/Public Policy/Public Affairs/Canadian studies is required.
Valid provincial Drivers License BC, an insurable driver; The screening is secured either through the National Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) or through a local police detachment.
Analyze and interpret legislation and policy documents.
Analyze and interpret legislation and policy documents.
Communicate effectively with all levels of management, boards of directors, and staff as well as external individuals and groups; Managing and coordinating special projects (eg. Developing and implementing strategic plans as well as responding to short-term objectives.
Working with people from diverse academic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
Strong computer skills with MS office; Utilizing computer technology for communication, data gathering and reporting activities.
Attention to detail, strong follow through, creative problem solving and analytical skills.
Able to return project/ submissions around within tight timelines.
We provide a competitive salary, retirement savings, and a full group benefits package showcasing our dedication to recognizing exceptional talent.

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