Regulatory and Consultation Assistant

**BE PART OF THE TEAM THAT**

**BRINGS THE WORLD TOGETHER
**Job Opportunity**:Regulatory and Consultation Assistant

Join an organization that plays a critical role in Canada’s economy. At the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, we focus on doing the incredible work it takes to become the world’s most sustainable port.

The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is responsible for the stewardship of the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest and most diversified port. Our mandate as a Canada Port Authority, as set out by the _Canada Marine Act _, is to enable Canada’s trade objectives, ensuring goods are moved safely and responsibly through the Port of Vancouver. That means providing infrastructure and ensuring the safe and efficient movement of marine traffic and cargo within the port. It also means we carry out reviews of proposed activities and developments on federal port lands and waters to determine whether a project can go ahead without impacts to the environment and community that cannot be mitigated.

We are passionate about the work we do and what it contributes to our local communities, the region and our country. This is reflected in our values of collaboration, continuous improvement, accountability and customer responsiveness.

Be a part of a team that advances initiatives to promote economic prosperity through trade, a healthy environment and thriving communities for the future generations of Canadians.

It’s a workplace where the intrinsic value of your contribution to help foster the continued growth of the Canadian economy becomes a tangible reality. Bring your unique strengths, perspectives and experiences to the port authority and join us in charting a course toward a sustainable future.

The Regulatory and Consultation Assistant is responsible for supporting, coordinating, and participating in the implementation of the regulatory and consultation activities. This includes providing general administrative and coordination support, regulatory and consultation assistance, and assisting with other related activities as required. The incumbent shares information with the other port authority departments as it pertains to projects activities and corporate strategic initiatives.

The Regulatory and Consultation Assistant will:
Regulatory & Consultation Support:

- Assist with the organization and coordination of public information, regulatory and consultation meetings, events and workshops.
- Assist with research and preparation of responses in support of regulatory and consultation activities pertaining to the port authority initiatives, as required
- Maintain all records related to engagement and consultation
- Prepare, coordinate or follow-up on submissions, correspondence, records, reports, tracking tables, payment requests, reconciliation statements, etc.
- Coordinate with the appropriate project teams to fulfil information requests to support the development of appropriate regulatory and consultation materials
- Compose, proofread and format correspondence, presentations and spreadsheets; and assemble, prepare, collate and distribute, as required
- Provide general information and referral to internal and external contacts
- Maintain a high level of understanding of divisional projects, interdepartmental project relevance and integration with the division and corporate-wide objectives

Must be a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including tact, diplomacy and the ability to liaise effectively and positively with both staff and outside contacts. Demonstrated aptitude and ability for tactful and diplomatic interaction, along with solid analytical abilities. This person will have an excellent command of the English language, both oral and written. Must be a team player with a “customer service” focus. Good organizational skills and flexibility to perform multiple tasks as required.
- Normal office conditions with occasional exposure to harbour and road conditions; attend off-hour port events as required.- The health and safety our of employees is a priority and the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is committed to ensuring a safe workplace. Vaccinations, in combination with other preventative health and safety measures, offer the best available protection against COVID-19 and that is why port authority employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Providing proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is a condition of employment.-
- The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority offers a competitive total compensation package including an earned time off program. Please note this posting will remain open until filled. _- At the port authority, we are dedicated to employment equity and a workplace reflective of the diversity of our port community.