Director, Government Affairs

1 week ago

Calgary, Alberta, Canada Cenovus Energy Full time
Director, Government Affairs

Apply locations CA-AB-Calgary time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: March 14, 2025 (10 days left to apply) job requisition id R-408555 Worker Type: Employee Job Post End Date: 03/14/2025

About this opportunity:

The Director, Government Affairs is responsible for developing and implementing public policy strategies that align with company objectives. The successful candidate will lead the organization's engagement with federal, provincial, and municipal governments, as well as industry associations and key stakeholders, to advocate for policies that support and align with Cenovus's mission to provide safe, reliable, and sustainable energy for the future.

This position is based in Calgary, AB, with occasional travel to government offices and industry meetings across Canada and to the United States.

What you'll do:

1. Continue to develop and implement a proactive government affairs strategy to support Cenovus's business objectives across its operations.
2. Monitor and analyze political, legislative, and regulatory developments, assessing their potential impact on Cenovus's operations and strategy.
3. Provide executive leadership with actionable insights and recommendations to navigate evolving political and regulatory landscapes.
4. Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with government officials, policymakers, regulators, and industry associations, ensuring Cenovus's voice is represented in policy decisions.
5. Lead the team responsible for the development of policy positions, white papers, and submissions to government consultations, ensuring alignment with Cenovus's values and objectives.
6. Oversee the Government Affairs team, providing strategic direction, mentorship, and support to ensure high performance and alignment with corporate priorities.
7. Cultivate a collaborative culture within the team that values innovation and adaptability in response to a dynamic political and regulatory environment.
8. Act as the company's spokesperson on government affairs matters, participating in public forums, conferences, and industry events.
9. Collaborate with internal departments, including communications, legal, operations, and sustainability, to ensure cohesive messaging and alignment with corporate objectives.
10. Ensure the company's government interactions align with all applicable laws and ethical standards.
11. Stay informed of lobbying registration requirements and reporting obligations, ensuring full compliance.

Who you are:

Our ideal candidate will have the following minimum requirements:

1. Legally authorized to work in Canada.
2. Minimum of 15 years of experience in government affairs, public policy, or a related field, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
3. Extensive knowledge of the Canadian political, legislative, and regulatory landscape, particularly within the energy sector.
4. Proven track record of influencing policy and building relationships with government officials and stakeholders.
5. Visionary leadership with the ability to anticipate and adapt to changing political and economic landscapes.
6. Experience leading and managing high-performing teams.
7. Dedication to Cenovus's core values, including sustainability, innovation, and respect for people and communities.
8. Collaborative approach with the ability to build consensus across diverse groups.
9. Integrity, professionalism, and a deep understanding of the public's expectations of the energy industry in Canada.

We acknowledge the value of transferrable skills and may consider equivalent combinations of experience and education should you not meet a specific requirement.

Note: The application deadline for this position is 11:59 PM MT, March 13th, 2025.

Internal candidates that are currently in a lower grade will be assessed based on their sustained job performance, how they demonstrate the expected organizational competency behaviors and values and in discussions with their current leader prior to determining next steps.

Cenovus was ranked one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025. We're committed to being an employer of choice in our industry by offering a competitive total rewards package and employee programs and rewarding career development opportunities. Learn more.

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