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Government Relations Officer

4 months ago


Toronto, Canada York University Full time

**Purpose**:
Reporting to the Director, Government and Community Relations (DGCR), the Government Relations Officer will be responsible for supporting the advancement of York University's strategic government relations strategic plan by ensuring opportunities are developed and long-term relationships are cultivated and maintained between the University and its key stakeholders which support the university's efforts to advance our institutional strategic priorities.

**Education**:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline such as Public Administration or Political Science. Requires a verification of degree(s), credentials(s), or equivalencies from accredited institutions and/or international equivalents at the time of interview.

**Experience**:
5 years of related experience.
Progressive experience in government relations, partner management and the development of policy material either for engagement with Government or within Government is required.

**Skills**:
Knowledge
Understanding of government protocol.
Knowledge of the structure, organization, key positions, and workings of Governments at a Minister's Office, departmental, and constituency level.
Knowledge of government and partner relations principles.
Knowledge of federal and provincial policy development processes and government priorities.
Knowledge and understanding of lobbyist legislation and codes of conduct. Skills
Ability to work in a highly matrixed and relationship-driven culture.
Ability to work with multiple constituencies and demonstrate diplomacy.
Able to influence government policies and positions.
Effective communication skills.
Effective organizational skills and detail-orientation.
Effective research and analytical skills.
Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment, flexible, proactive, efficient and resourceful.
Able to work effectively on a team with highly developed interpersonal and influencing skills.
Ability to build effective relationships and influence internal and external partners.
Able to effectively meet public policy goals of an organization.

**Additional Notes**:
Normal office/executive suite environnement.
Required to travel to other locations, such as Parliament Hill (Ottawa) Queen's Park, York Region, Simcoe and Muskoka, City of Toronto to attend community events and meetings at York campuses.
Occasional availability to attend events and meetings after hours and on weekends.
- **Compensation**:
York's CPM Compensation Framework has a salary grid consisting of 6 or 8 steps (depending on job grade) which is reviewed annually with possible adjustments, and a lump sum Performance Based Recognition Award. Employees will receive the grid adjustment and depending on performance, eligible permanent employees may move to the next step of the grid and may receive a lump sum Performance Based Recognition Award.Visit the CPM Compensation page on the HR Website to find out more about York's CPM Compensation Program.
York is committed to ensuring the way we work serves our diverse community and advances our commitment to Living Well Together, one of the Six Priorities for Action in the University Academic Plan. As part of this commitment the University has implemented a Hybrid Work Policy.

The selected incumbent for this role is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement which will be confirmed based on operational requirements.

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**PLEASE NOTE: Applications must be received by 11:55 pm EST on the posted deadline date, if applicable.