Advisor, Stakeholder Relations

**About Us**:
Since 1997, the Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) has delivered public safety services on behalf of the government of Ontario. With headquarters in west Toronto, the TSSA is a self-funded, not-for-profit organization that employs approximately 450 staff across Ontario. The roles within the TSSA are as diverse as the Province we serve. It takes all kinds of people with varied skillsets and backgrounds to meet our organizational goals, but all our employees share a few key traits:

- We are passionate about public safety.
- We are highly skilled, problem-solvers.
- We are collaborators who are invested in the communities we work in.
- We are more than employees; we are serving the greater good.
- We are committed to life-long learning and development.
- We operate with the highest integrity.

**Position Summary**:
Support the Stakeholder Relations team in developing and preserving strong, positive relations with stakeholders. This position will report directly to the Manager, Stakeholder Relations.

**Responsibilities**:

- Assist the Vice President and Manager in the execution of strategies as they relate to stakeholder relations
- Develop positive and effective working relationships with government advisors, liaise as necessary and update relevant TSSA staff accordingly
- Maintain database of stakeholder events and other opportunities for TSSA outreach.
- Act as the primary advisor on issues management including handling requests from stakeholders
- Handle emerging issues that may present a risk or opportunity for TSSA
- Work collaboratively with communications staff on issues and new initiatives to ensure messaging is current and appropriate
- Develop PowerPoint presentations, briefing notes, position papers, and action plans on policy issues
- Work with the Regulatory Policy Team to identify potential upcoming issues and develop action plans to address them
- Aid in the execution of department and wider TSSA projects

**Job Qualifications**:

- University or College degree in communications, journalism, public relations, political science, business, public administration, or related field.
- Min. 3-5 years of relevant experience in public policy issues management and/or working in government or stakeholder relations roles. Specific experience working in or with the Government of Ontario or an Ontario public sector entity will be given additional consideration.
- Relationship management and partnership building skills with internal and external contacts
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including writing, editing and tailoring materials for a variety of audiences
- Ability to reach well-informed, independent conclusions and advise on solutions
- Understanding of public policy and relevant legislation, regulations and codes
- Sound knowledge of the provincial government and able to stay informed about current trends and developments in TSSA regulated industries.
- Leadership
- Adaptability and resourcefulness
- Integrity
- Respect
- Accountability
- Teamwork
- Communications
- Detail oriented
- Occupational Health and Safety focus

**Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment**:

- Please note that applicants who receive any conditional offer of employment from TSSA will be required to provide proof that they are fully vaccinated with a COVID-19 vaccine approved by Health Canada as a condition of employment and to maintain their status as fully vaccinated as a condition of continued employment. TSSA will consider individual requests for accommodation by applicants who cannot be fully vaccinated due to grounds protected under the Human Rights Code._