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Manager, Public Affairs and Strategic Relations
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Reporting to the Associate Vice President, External Relations, the Manager, Public Affairs and Strategic Relations provides strategic leadership to advance NOSM University’s government relations, public affairs, and engagement efforts. This role supports integrated strategic planning and reporting across the External Relations portfolio, offering expert advice on issues management, policy positioning, and interest-holder relations.
The Manager, Public Affairs and Strategic Relations drives the development and execution of strategies that align with institutional priorities, including advocacy, public policy, and community engagement. They oversee government submissions, briefing materials, and strategic reports while guiding communication frameworks and performance measurement. Success in this role requires political acumen, exceptional communication, and the ability to navigate complex environments with diplomacy and strategic insight, all in support of NOSM University’s mission to improve health equity in Northern, remote, rural, Francophone and Indigenous communities.
**Responsibilities**:
Tasks may include, but are not limited to, the following:
**Strategic Communications, Planning & Institutional Support**
- Leads the development of strategic communications to support NOSM University’s mission, including messaging, reports, and briefing materials for executive leadership and the Board.
- Supports the President with high-level communications and the coordination of special initiatives.
- Contributes to the development and implementation of the University’s Strategic Plan and provides integrated planning and reporting support across the External Relations portfolio.
**Government Relations & Public Affairs**
- Develops and maintains productive relationships with all levels of government and public agencies, positioning NOSM U’s interests in alignment with provincial and federal policy priorities.
- Leads the preparation of government submissions, policy briefings, and advocacy strategies, while monitoring political and legislative developments that may impact the University.
- Oversees issues management and public positioning, offering advice on reputational risks and response strategies across a variety of public platforms.
**Stakeholder Engagement & External Representation**
- Enhances institutional visibility and support through engagement with Northern Ontario municipalities, Indigenous partners, healthcare organizations, and community leaders.
- Represents the University at public events and stakeholder forums, including serving as emcee or spokesperson as needed.
- Supports relationship-building, outreach planning, and coordination of external visits, consultations, and engagement activities.
- Acts as a member of NOSM University’s Management Group.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
**Qualifications**:
**Education**:
- A University degree from a recognized university that meets Canadian accreditation standards in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities**:
- A minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience.
- Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing comprehensive public affairs strategies and contributing to strategic planning processes within complex organizations.
- Proven ability to provide strategic advice and counsel on communications and public affairs issues to senior management, exercising sound judgment and discretion.
- Knowledge of contemporary communication strategies, digital and social media, news media, polling public opinion, and various communication tools.
- In-depth understanding of government structures, funding mechanisms, and protocols for engaging effectively with government officials.
- Experience in a leadership position within a communications department and/or a medical or post-secondary education environment would be an asset.
- Experience working on Indigenous and Francophone relations and familiarity with related issues in the context of Northern communities is highly desirable.
- Expertise in Media relations/Public relations best practices and strategies.
- Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Strong interpersonal skills enabling effective communication and collaboration with diverse interest holders, including government dignitaries, education and health officials, media, and community members.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to identify challenges and develop effective solutions.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across portfolios to advance institutional strategic objectives.
- Highly organized, with a proven track record of managing workflow efficiently and thriving under competing deadlines and shifting priorities.
**Language**:
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English (verbally, written
