Director of Policy and Strategy
About the role
Union/Affiliation:
Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range:
$125,106.00 to $149,294.00 annually
SFU Department Descr:
VPA Engagement and Dialogue - Centre for Dialogue
Position Grade:
15
of openings:
1
Biweekly Hours:
72
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
SFU's leadership on climate innovation has earned the institution first place in Canada and third place worldwide on climate action and sustainable cities and communities in the Times Higher Education 2024 Impact rankings. Clean Energy Canada, an initiative of the Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue, is an SFU leader in this space. Clean Energy Canada is dedicated to advancing pragmatic climate and clean energy solutions by investing in positive and constructive relationships with key stakeholders. Clean Energy Canada links effective action with pressing issues such as affordability, economic competitiveness and energy security.
About the Role
The Director of Policy and Strategy leads a team of policy experts working on a range of initiatives through policy research, analysis, writing, stakeholder engagement, and communications. This position directs timely strategy that effectively maximizes developments in the climate and clean energy space, while overseeing the research, government relations, and outreach activities of the team.
The ideal candidate will be a critical thinker and problem solver. With excellent planning and prioritization skills, they will be able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines. A creative and innovative team player, the incumbent will excel in making informed decisions, achieving results and creating positive change. The incumbent will be a strong communicator (both written and oral), capable of building and maintaining effective relationships, collaborations and partnerships.
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About Simon Fraser University
As Canada’s engaged university, SFU works with communities, organizations and partners to create, share and embrace knowledge that improves life and generates real change. We deliver a world-class education with lifelong value that shapes change-makers, visionaries and problem-solvers. We connect research and innovation to entrepreneurship and industry to deliver sustainable, relevant solutions to today’s problems. With campuses in British Columbia’s three largest cities – Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey – SFU has eight faculties that deliver 193 undergraduate degree programs and 127 graduate degree programs to more than 35,000 students. The university now boasts more than 160,000 alumni residing in 143 countries.
Director of Policy and Strategy
About the role
Union/Affiliation:
Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)
Pay range:
$125,106.00 to $149,294.00 annually
SFU Department Descr:
VPA Engagement and Dialogue - Centre for Dialogue
Position Grade:
15
of openings:
1
Biweekly Hours:
72
Who We Are
Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.
SFU's leadership on climate innovation has earned the institution first place in Canada and third place worldwide on climate action and sustainable cities and communities in the Times Higher Education 2024 Impact rankings. Clean Energy Canada, an initiative of the Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue, is an SFU leader in this space. Clean Energy Canada is dedicated to advancing pragmatic climate and clean energy solutions by investing in positive and constructive relationships with key stakeholders. Clean Energy Canada links effective action with pressing issues such as affordability, economic competitiveness and energy security.
About the Role
The Director of Policy and Strategy leads a team of policy experts working on a range of initiatives through policy research, analysis, writing, stakeholder engagement, and communications. This position directs timely strategy that effectively maximizes developments in the climate and clean energy space, while overseeing the research, government relations, and outreach activities of the team.
The ideal candidate will be a critical thinker and problem solver. With excellent planning and prioritization skills, they will be able to juggle multiple projects and deadlines. A creative and innovative team player, the incumbent will excel in making informed decisions, achieving results and creating positive change. The incumbent will be a strong communicator (both written and oral), capable of building and maintaining effective relationships, collaborations and partnerships.
Full
About Simon Fraser University
As Canada’s engaged university, SFU works with communities, organizations and partners to create, share and embrace knowledge that improves life and generates real change. We deliver a world-class education with lifelong value that shapes change-makers, visionaries and problem-solvers. We connect research and innovation to entrepreneurship and industry to deliver sustainable, relevant solutions to today’s problems. With campuses in British Columbia’s three largest cities – Vancouver, Burnaby and Surrey – SFU has eight faculties that deliver 193 undergraduate degree programs and 127 graduate degree programs to more than 35,000 students. The university now boasts more than 160,000 alumni residing in 143 countries.