Government relations director advancing Parkinson Canada’s national healthcare access and advocacy priorities. Building stakeholder relationships and influencing policy to improve treatment, services, and supports.
Responsibilities
Lead the development and execution of Parkinson Canada’s health policy, government relations, and advocacy priorities across Canada
Build relationships with decision-makers and stakeholders to improve access to treatment, services, and supports
Lead high-priority national initiatives and translate organizational and advocacy goals into actionable plans and measurable outcomes
Navigate complex healthcare and policy environments while balancing long-term priorities with evolving opportunities
Build and activate relationships across governments, healthcare organizations, advocacy groups, researchers, industry partners, and community stakeholders
Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to team members and external partners
Monitor healthcare, political, funding, and policy developments and use insights to refine strategies
Report to the VP, Mission
Travel occasionally for in-person meetings as needed
Requirements
Experience in consulting, public affairs, advocacy, government relations, healthcare strategy, or a related environment
Experience navigating government and healthcare systems
Experience influencing stakeholders and driving complex initiatives
Experience navigating complex stakeholder environments and building alignment across groups with different priorities
Ability to influence decision-makers and create momentum around shared objectives
Ability to translate strategy into clear plans, stakeholder strategies, and measurable outcomes
Ability to balance long-term priorities with evolving opportunities and timelines
Strong communication skills and ability to build credibility with governments, healthcare organizations, advocacy groups, researchers, industry partners, and senior leaders
Ability to navigate nuanced conversations and represent an organization with professionalism, confidence, and sound judgment
Ability to work in fast-moving, ambiguous environments while maintaining momentum across multiple priorities and stakeholders
Leadership, coaching, direction-setting, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Successful completion of a criminal background check and references
Legally eligible to work in Canada on an ongoing basis
Benefits
Autonomy, leadership support, and organizational commitment to influence direction
Opportunity for professional growth and experience development
Inclusive and accessible workplace
Equitable opportunities in employment
Workplace free from discrimination and harassment
Accommodations available upon request
Virtual interview process
Salary transparency and open compensation discussions
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