Director, Policy and Government Relations

Universities Canada (UC) is the voice of Canadian universities, at home and abroad. We are a membership organization providing university presidents with a unified voice for higher education, research and innovation. Universities Canada advances the mission of our member institutions to transform lives, strengthen communities and find solutions to the most pressing challenges facing our world. As one of Canada’s premier advocacy organizations, we are seeking an accomplished results-oriented leader to join our team as Director, Policy and Government Relations.

Reporting to the Vice-President, Public Affairs, the Director, Policy and Government Relations leads the execution of Universities Canada’s federal policy and government relations work in support of board‑approved advocacy priorities. The Director translates organizational strategy into clear policy positions, advocacy plans, and deliverables, and ensures effective ...