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Position Overview:
Santis Health, a leading public affairs, communications and strategy consultancy focusing on the health care sector, is looking to hire a Government Relations Consultant. Based in our Ottawa office, this ambitious, self-motivated individual will work closely with the Santis federal government relations team to provide strategic problem solving, public policy and communications services to the senior leadership of the firm and its clients.
Successful applicants should have a sound knowledge of government affairs, public affairs, stakeholder relations and project management, as well as the most pressing health care and life sciences issues of the day. Previous experience working in health care, in government or as a consultant would be an advantage.
Responsibilities Include:
Account Support
- Working closely with Santis team members to manage a wide range of client projects and deliverables
- Lead account team in government relations areas as dictated by current client needs
- Advising on government engagement, public affairs, and advocacy strategies
- Advising on government engagement, public affairs, and advocacy strategies
- Interacting with government officials and decision-makers to build and maintain relationships
- Tracking emerging and evolving public policy issues – and analyzing their implications to client organizations
- Liaising with clients as part of ongoing project management responsibilities
- Identifying key stakeholders and creating tailored stakeholder maps
- Participating in client strategy sessions
- Developing government relations initiatives, a wide range of briefing notes, slide decks and other communication materials
- Lead project management, including designing project plans, ensuring adherence to timelines, managing unexpected changes, and mitigating risks
- Tracking and responding to RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and other business development opportunities
- Assisting on development of proposals and other business development opportunities
- Drafting Santis-branded blogs, op-ed publications, news releases, policy reports and think pieces
- Participating in the continued development of internal products and processes
- Degree in political science, public policy, economics, communications or a related field (or equivalent experience); post-graduate qualifications are beneficial
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience – government relations or advocacy preferred
- Demonstrated knowledge of government affairs, public policy and politics in Ontario and across Canada
- Proven track record of client service excellence (previous consulting experience OR deep sectoral knowledge/specialized expertise is an asset)
- A solid mix of project management, policy analysis and communications experience
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and presentation skills (including creating PowerPoint decks)
- Strong research and analysis ability
- Exceptional organizational skills with an ability to juggle multiple clients and projects and competing deadlines on a regular basis
- Skilled in priority-setting, efficient time-management and the ability to work independently
- High level of professionalism
- Bilingualism (French / English) would be an asset