Métis Nation British Columbia
Government Relations Advisor
Job Category: Professional/Expert
Requisition Number: GOVER001085
Full-Time
Hybrid
Salary Range: $62,000 CAD to $77,000 CAD
About The Opportunity
The Government Relations Advisor, Government and Strategic Relations, is critical in advancing MNBC’s priorities by fostering and managing government-to-government relationships between MNBC, Indigenous Governments, and the Crown. This position supports the Government and Strategic Relations team by providing high-level administrative coordination, strategic planning, project management and event management.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provides high-level administrative and logistical support to the Government and Stakeholder Relations team, including scheduling, communications, and document management.
- Develops and implements strategies to enhance MNBC's relationships with provincial, federal, municipal, and Indigenous government officials.
- Prepares detailed briefing notes and reports for senior management and government officials.
- Organizes and coordinates high-level meetings, including logistics, agenda preparation, and follow-up actions.
- Acts as a liaison between MNBC and government entities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Facilitates the participation of MNBC colleagues in government meetings and briefings.
- Leads and manages complex intergovernmental projects, including large events, ensuring alignment with MNBC’s strategic goals.
- Develops program-specific budgets.
- Oversees the work of contractors and consultants on public affairs and advocacy projects.
- Creates and maintains project tracking documents and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
- Coordinate MNBC’s lobbying and advocacy efforts.
- Drafts, reviews, and approves documents, briefs, and reports, ensuring accuracy and alignment with MNBC’s objectives.
- Supports MNBC’s initiatives with provincial and federal ministries, Indigenous leaders and stakeholders.
- Builds and maintains strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials and Indigenous leaders.
- Represents MNBC at high-level meetings and events, promoting the organization's priorities and initiatives.
- Ensure efficient office operations, including managing correspondence, maintaining records, and overseeing technology usage.
- Develops detailed lobby trip itineraries for the Government and Stakeholder Relations team.
- Provides planning and logistical support for team activities as required.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
- Participates in committees and project teams as required.
- Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of the position.
- Other duties may be assigned as needed to ensure the efficient operation of MNBC.
- Regular/ occasional attendance at meetings/ events that may require work and travel outside of normal business hours.
Supervision Given
Qualifications
- Diploma in Political Science, Communications, Public Administration, or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum two (2) years of related experience in government relations, public policy, or project management.
- A combination of education and extensive experience may be considered.
- Eligible for formal professional or technical registration in the appropriate area of expertise.
- Proven track record of working collaboratively with government and other partners.
- Experience in leading and managing complex projects.
- In-depth understanding of government processes and protocol.
- Strong analytical and research skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Superior organizational and time-management abilities.
- High proficiency with Office 365 and standard office equipment.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-issue environment.
- Willingness and ability to travel and work extended hours as required.
- Knowledge and/or awareness of the historical and contemporary contributions made by Métis people in B.C.
- Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Class 5 driver’s licence may be required.
- The position may require the completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
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