Director of Government and Public Affairs

2 months ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Telesat Full time
Job Title: Director, Government and Public Affairs

Telesat is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director, Government and Public Affairs to join our team. As a key member of our Public Policy and Government Affairs team, you will play a critical role in developing and executing Telesat's government and public affairs strategies.

Main Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute comprehensive public affairs and government relations strategies to shape policy and secure revenue backlog.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with government officials, regulators, agencies, and industry associations at all levels of government to influence decisions and advocate for Telesat's objectives.
  • Foster further collaboration with Canada's defence community with the goal of securing meaningful partnerships with the Department of National Defence, NORAD, and NATO.
  • Create impactful presentations for internal and external audiences, effectively communicating Telesat's initiatives and value proposition.
  • Distill complex and technical subjects into concise and understandable messages for diverse audiences, including governments and policymakers.
  • Conduct research and analysis on government policies, programs, legislation, and regulations, providing strategic guidance to senior management on their impact to Telesat.
Requirements:
  • University degree in a relevant discipline, such as commerce/business administration, political science, economics, or engineering.
  • 7-10 years of progressive experience demonstrating increased levels of responsibility.
Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • Possess a high level of professionalism with exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, both written and oral.
  • Demonstrates a proven ability to establish and cultivate strong relationships.
  • Highly skilled in creating impactful presentations using PowerPoint to deliver a compelling message.
  • Displays a strong overall business acumen, along with proficiency in relationship building, influencing, and negotiation.
Great to Have but Not Required:
  • Experience working in a public affairs or management consulting firm or experience working in government.
  • Familiarity with the space, telecommunications, and/or defence sectors.
  • Bilingual with strong oral and writing skills in both of Canada's official languages.

Telesat is a leading global provider of satellite solutions, and we are committed to connecting everyone, everywhere to high-speed Internet and 5G connectivity. If you are a motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for public affairs and government relations, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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