Government Relations Advisor
About the role
Métis Nation British Columbia Government Relations Advisor
Job Category**:** Professional/Expert
Requisition Number: GOVER001085
Full-Time
Hybrid
Salary Range: $62,000 CAD to $77,000 CAD
About The Opportunity
The Government Relations Advisor, Government and Strategic Relations, is critical in advancing MNBC’s priorities by fostering and managing government-to-government relationships between MNBC, Indigenous Governments, and the Crown. This position supports the Government and Strategic Relations team by providing high-level administrative coordination, strategic planning, project management and event management.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Provides high-level administrative and logistical support to the Government and Stakeholder Relations team, including scheduling, communications, and document management.
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Develops and implements strategies to enhance MNBC's relationships with provincial, federal, municipal, and Indigenous government officials.
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Prepares detailed briefing notes and reports for senior management and government officials.
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Organizes and coordinates high-level meetings, including logistics, agenda preparation, and follow-up actions.
-
Acts as a liaison between MNBC and government entities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
-
Facilitates the participation of MNBC colleagues in government meetings and briefings.
-
Leads and manages complex intergovernmental projects, including large events, ensuring alignment with MNBC’s strategic goals.
-
Develops program-specific budgets.
-
Oversees the work of contractors and consultants on public affairs and advocacy projects.
-
Creates and maintains project tracking documents and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
-
Coordinate MNBC’s lobbying and advocacy efforts.
-
Drafts, reviews, and approves documents, briefs, and reports, ensuring accuracy and alignment with MNBC’s objectives.
-
Supports MNBC’s initiatives with provincial and federal ministries, Indigenous leaders and stakeholders.
-
Builds and maintains strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials and Indigenous leaders.
-
Represents MNBC at high-level meetings and events, promoting the organization's priorities and initiatives.
-
Ensure efficient office operations, including managing correspondence, maintaining records, and overseeing technology usage.
-
Develops detailed lobby trip itineraries for the Government and Stakeholder Relations team.
-
Provides planning and logistical support for team activities as required.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
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Participates in committees and project teams as required.
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Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of the position.
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Other duties may be assigned as needed to ensure the efficient operation of MNBC.
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Regular/ occasional attendance at meetings/ events that may require work and travel outside of normal business hours.
Supervision Given
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None
Qualifications
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Diploma in Political Science, Communications, Public Administration, or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
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Minimum two (2) years of related experience in government relations, public policy, or project management.
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A combination of education and extensive experience may be considered.
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Eligible for formal professional or technical registration in the appropriate area of expertise.
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Proven track record of working collaboratively with government and other partners.
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Experience in leading and managing complex projects.
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In-depth understanding of government processes and protocol.
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Strong analytical and research skills.
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Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Superior organizational and time-management abilities.
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High proficiency with Office 365 and standard office equipment.
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Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-issue environment.
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Willingness and ability to travel and work extended hours as required.
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Knowledge and/or awareness of the historical and contemporary contributions made by Métis people in B.C.
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Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Class 5 driver’s licence may be required.
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The position may require the completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years
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About Métis Nation British Columbia
The Métis Provincial Council of British Columbia was first incorporated under the Society’s Act on October 23, 1996. In 2003 the Métis leadership ratified the "Métis Nation British Columbia" (MNBC) Constitution thereby establishing a new Métis Nation governance structure. Since 2003, the Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) leadership has implemented a number of institutions of governance such as the Senate, Métis Nation Governing Assembly, Youth representation, Women’s representation, an Electoral Act, and an objectively verifiable citizenship process. MNBC represents 39 Métis Chartered Communities in British Columbia and is mandated to develop and enhance opportunities for Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services.
The Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) represents over 98,000 self-identified Métis people in British Columbia and approximately 28,000 registered Métis Citizens. The Métis National Council and the Provincial Government of British Columbia, as well as the Federal Government of Canada, recognizes the MNBC as the official governing organization for Métis in BC.
Our Vision Métis Nation British Columbia will build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of Inherent Rights for our Métis citizens.
Our Mission Métis Nation British Columbia develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis Chartered Communities and Métis people in British Columbia by providing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services.
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Government Relations Advisor
About the role
Métis Nation British Columbia Government Relations Advisor
Job Category**:** Professional/Expert
Requisition Number: GOVER001085
Full-Time
Hybrid
Salary Range: $62,000 CAD to $77,000 CAD
About The Opportunity
The Government Relations Advisor, Government and Strategic Relations, is critical in advancing MNBC’s priorities by fostering and managing government-to-government relationships between MNBC, Indigenous Governments, and the Crown. This position supports the Government and Strategic Relations team by providing high-level administrative coordination, strategic planning, project management and event management.
Duties and Responsibilities
-
Provides high-level administrative and logistical support to the Government and Stakeholder Relations team, including scheduling, communications, and document management.
-
Develops and implements strategies to enhance MNBC's relationships with provincial, federal, municipal, and Indigenous government officials.
-
Prepares detailed briefing notes and reports for senior management and government officials.
-
Organizes and coordinates high-level meetings, including logistics, agenda preparation, and follow-up actions.
-
Acts as a liaison between MNBC and government entities, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
-
Facilitates the participation of MNBC colleagues in government meetings and briefings.
-
Leads and manages complex intergovernmental projects, including large events, ensuring alignment with MNBC’s strategic goals.
-
Develops program-specific budgets.
-
Oversees the work of contractors and consultants on public affairs and advocacy projects.
-
Creates and maintains project tracking documents and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
-
Coordinate MNBC’s lobbying and advocacy efforts.
-
Drafts, reviews, and approves documents, briefs, and reports, ensuring accuracy and alignment with MNBC’s objectives.
-
Supports MNBC’s initiatives with provincial and federal ministries, Indigenous leaders and stakeholders.
-
Builds and maintains strong working relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials and Indigenous leaders.
-
Represents MNBC at high-level meetings and events, promoting the organization's priorities and initiatives.
-
Ensure efficient office operations, including managing correspondence, maintaining records, and overseeing technology usage.
-
Develops detailed lobby trip itineraries for the Government and Stakeholder Relations team.
-
Provides planning and logistical support for team activities as required.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities
-
Participates in committees and project teams as required.
-
Undertakes related duties as assigned, consistent with the job grade of the position.
-
Other duties may be assigned as needed to ensure the efficient operation of MNBC.
-
Regular/ occasional attendance at meetings/ events that may require work and travel outside of normal business hours.
Supervision Given
-
None
Qualifications
-
Diploma in Political Science, Communications, Public Administration, or a related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
-
Minimum two (2) years of related experience in government relations, public policy, or project management.
-
A combination of education and extensive experience may be considered.
-
Eligible for formal professional or technical registration in the appropriate area of expertise.
-
Proven track record of working collaboratively with government and other partners.
-
Experience in leading and managing complex projects.
-
In-depth understanding of government processes and protocol.
-
Strong analytical and research skills.
-
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
-
Superior organizational and time-management abilities.
-
High proficiency with Office 365 and standard office equipment.
-
Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-issue environment.
-
Willingness and ability to travel and work extended hours as required.
-
Knowledge and/or awareness of the historical and contemporary contributions made by Métis people in B.C.
-
Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a Class 5 driver’s licence may be required.
-
The position may require the completion of a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check.
Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 2 years to less than 3 years
Not the right fit? Search for Government Relations Advisor jobs in Surrey, BC
About Métis Nation British Columbia
The Métis Provincial Council of British Columbia was first incorporated under the Society’s Act on October 23, 1996. In 2003 the Métis leadership ratified the "Métis Nation British Columbia" (MNBC) Constitution thereby establishing a new Métis Nation governance structure. Since 2003, the Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) leadership has implemented a number of institutions of governance such as the Senate, Métis Nation Governing Assembly, Youth representation, Women’s representation, an Electoral Act, and an objectively verifiable citizenship process. MNBC represents 39 Métis Chartered Communities in British Columbia and is mandated to develop and enhance opportunities for Métis communities by implementing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services.
The Métis Nation British Columbia (MNBC) represents over 98,000 self-identified Métis people in British Columbia and approximately 28,000 registered Métis Citizens. The Métis National Council and the Provincial Government of British Columbia, as well as the Federal Government of Canada, recognizes the MNBC as the official governing organization for Métis in BC.
Our Vision Métis Nation British Columbia will build a proud, self-governing, sustainable Nation in recognition of Inherent Rights for our Métis citizens.
Our Mission Métis Nation British Columbia develops and enhances opportunities for our Métis Chartered Communities and Métis people in British Columbia by providing culturally relevant social and economic programs and services.