Job Description There's no pledge more important than the one we make to look after our environment, and we're committed to helping you do exactly that.
Who are we looking for? Provincial Government Relationship Manager -- Ontario Provincial Government Relationship Manager
Provincial Government Relationship Manager
Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Relationship Building: Establish and maintain strong relationships with key Provincial Government Ministries, Department, Agencies, and other Stakeholders, including MOI, MOH and MOE. Strengthening relationships with new and existing clients, while expanding GHD's presence in the property and buildings market across Ontario, consistent with GHD's enterprise strategy and business plans. Providing leadership on key client accounts in the property and buildings market
- Growth: Implementing GHD's Ontario Social Infrastructure strategy, with a focus on long-term opportunities that align with GHD's growth aspirations. Understanding emerging market trends, with a forward-looking strategy toward future projects and opportunities
- Advocacy: Represent the organization's interests, capabilities and experience in meetings with government officials and at public hearings.
- Legislative Monitoring: Track and analyze legislative and regulatory developments that may impact the organization.
- Budget: Track and communicate trends in provincial government spending and campaigns
- Compliance: Ensure the organization complies with all relevant laws and regulations.
- Communication: Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and briefings to senior management on government relations activities.
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement strategies that align GHD's growth aspirations with emerging trends in provincial government
- Collaboration: Work closely with key ministries (Infrastructure, Health, Transportation etc)
- Training: Provide training and support to staff on government relations and advocacy strategies. Collaborating with other Market Leaders and Client Managers across sectors such as Environment, Water, Transportation, and Property \& Buildings to win multidisciplinary projects
- Event Coordination: Organize and participate through topic presentation and thought leadership in events, such as conferences and forums, to promote the organization's interests and elevating GHD's brand in the market
- Research: Conduct research on political trends, public opinion, and other factors that may impact the organization's government relations strategy.
What you will bring to the team:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Political Science, Public Administration, Law, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of 15 years of experience in government relations, public affairs, or a related field
- Strong understanding of legislative and regulatory processes.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to analyze complex information and develop strategic plans.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with government officials and stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact.
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