Senior Manager Government Affairs Canada

Job title: Senior Manager Government Affairs Canada

Job description: At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us! Job Summary

The Senior Manager, Government Affairs – Canada is responsible for developing and executing CN’s government relations strategy in Canada at the federal level. The role builds and fosters relationships with key government officials, Members of Parliament, Senators, staff and industry stakeholders, monitors relevant government policy and legislation, raises CN’s visibility among decision-makers and advises on the development of proactive government relations, policies and strategies that advance the company’s strategic objectives. The incumbent reports directly to the Assistant Vice-President, Government Affairs and work closely with the CN Government and Public Affairs team across Canada and the United States. Main Responsibilities

· Identify, address, and manage the company’s government relations needs in support of strategic objectives, providing support and triage of government relations matters for other key CN Executives

· Monitor relevant policies, legislation, and regulation at the federal level

· Build and execute engagement plans with federal officials and other third-party industry stakeholders to raise awareness and strengthen corporate reputation

· Assist in the development of material for government and stakeholder engagement including presentations, briefing notes, speeches, and other communications collateral to promote corporate objectives and enhance the organizational profile

· Work with internal subject matter experts to evaluate public policy priorities, opportunities, risk and lead organization-wide responses to legislative initiatives and consultations as well as responding to general inquiries from elected and non-elected decision-makers on key issues

· Represent the company in meetings with government officials, key stakeholders, and third-parties as required

· Identify and support advocacy efforts with relevant industry associations and bodies

· Collaborate with other colleagues in government and public affairs to assist with media and communications strategies where appropriate

· Identify opportunities for CN to be a constructive participant and partner in influencing and shaping important and evolving policy issues

Working Conditions

The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines and handle pressure effectively.

Requirements

Experience

· Minimum 10 years of experience in a relevant public sector, political, or industry position

· Extensive experience working within stakeholder communities and a well-developed network within those communities, including political and public policy functions

· Familiarity with key issues and challenges facing the Canadian rail and transportation sectors

· Significant experience both working in and with various levels of government, trade associations, campaigns and regulatory agencies

Education/Certification/Designation

· Post-secondary education

Competencies

· Shows initiative and empowers others to raise CN’s collective game

· Collaborates with key internal stakeholders to enable higher productivity

· Cultivates relationships to proactively support customers’ supply chain needs or those that support them

· Influences by translating expertise into practical business outcomes

· Leverages feedback and coaching to improve performance

· Makes informed and timely decisions to get things done

· Continuously innovates to create value, without compromising on safety and quality

· Deals with pressure and change by staying calm to quickly adapt to changes Technical Skills/Knowledge

· Superior written and verbal communication skills, including an ability to make complex issues easy to understand for a variety of audiences

· Knowledge of government relations, public policy, political processes, social movements, and communication

· Knowledge of Canadian rail and transportation sectors

· Project management and time management

· Ability to quickly study and understand new policy issues

· Superior understanding of Canada’s political and public affairs landscape About CN

CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.

CN is an employment equity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Please monitor your email on a regular basis, as communication is primarily made through email.

Company: Canadian National Railway

Expected salary:

Location: Ottawa, ON

Job date: Sun, 07 Nov 2021 23:14:02 GMT

Job Source: Careerjet.ca

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