Parliamentary Affairs Advisor - Office of the Honourable Senator Sandra Pupatello
Top Benefits
About the role
Job ID: 215875-67
Classification: PAA: $82,101 – $106,576
Job Type: Indeterminate Appointment (permanent, full-time)
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Closing Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
About the Senate
The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.
As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.
How will you contribute?
Join Senator Sandra Pupatello, Independent Senator for Ontario, in shaping national policy that drives economic growth, strengthens Canada’s industrial competitiveness, and supports inclusive, evidence-based decision-making. With over 30 years of leadership experience in public service, business, and community engagement, Senator Pupatello brings a strong focus on economic development, finance, trade, and multi-sector collaboration.
This position offers the opportunity to work closely with a high-profile and results-oriented Parliamentarian committed to advancing Canada’s prosperity through strategic policy and innovation.
As a key member of the Senator’s team, you will contribute to her legislative and policy work through rigorous research, financial and economic analysis, and strategic communication. You will help shape the Senator’s positions on a broad range of issues impacting economic and industrial development, support interventions in the Senate, and engage with stakeholders across business, government, and civil society. Your work will ensure the Senator remains well-informed, influential, and effective in advancing her priorities.
Core responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis on economic, financial, and industrial policy issues;
- Draft high-quality speeches, briefing notes, reports, and communications materials;
- Monitor Senate proceedings, committee work, and policy developments to identify opportunities for engagement;
- Provide sound, evidence-based advice to inform legislative and strategic priorities;
- Represent the Senator at meetings and events and build strong relationships across key sectors and stakeholder groups.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment and is passionate about economic policy, public service, and cross-sector collaboration.
Open to
The general public, to staff one (1) indeterminate full-time position in the Office of the Honourable Senator Sandra Pupatello.
Please note that “indeterminate” refers to an employment contract with no specified end date.
The Senate of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve, starting with an inclusive and barrier-free hiring process. You can request to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Prerequisites
- University degree from a recognized institution in economics, finance, political science, business, public policy, or another field relevant to economic development and industry; or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience related to the duties of the position;
- Extensive and recent experience in researching, analyzing and assessing a broad range of information and making recommendations;
- Extensive and recent experience in writing documents such as briefing notes, reports, statements and speeches;
- Experience in providing strategic advice to senior officials on a variety of politically sensitive issues;
- Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with senior officials and/or parliamentarians;
- Extensive experience in using the MS-Office suite;
- Strategic and organized thinker with the ability to coordinate and multi-task to accomplish a variety of activities with tight timelines;
- Knowledge of effective communication techniques, methods, and practices, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally both orally and in writing;
- Parliamentary work experience or knowledge of the Senate, its policies, and the legislative process is considered an asset;
- English is essential; bilingualism is considered a strong asset.
Competencies
Integrity
Respect
Service
Communication
Judgement
Adaptability
Dependability
Teamwork and Cooperation
Action Management
Attention to detail
Organizational Needs
The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development, and advancement opportunities.
Conditions of Employment
Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation in order to be eligible for appointment.
How to apply
Please save a copy of the notice of job opportunity. Once the closing date has passed, these documents will no longer be available.
Relocation and travel expenses incurred during this process are the applicant's responsibility.
Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. You must consent to receiving e-mails from our system in your online profile.
The Senate of Canada reserves the right to retain a determined number of candidates who best meet the essential requirements of the position.
The Senate of Canada is a separate and distinct employer from the federal public service and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act.
We thank all those who apply to this selection process.
The posting closes at 11:59 p.m. EDT on the closing date stated above.
About Senate of Canada
The Senate is the Upper House in Canada’s bicameral parliamentary democracy. It unites a diverse group of accomplished Canadians in service of their country. Parliament’s 105 senators shape Canada’s future. Senators scrutinize legislation, suggest improvements and fix mistakes. When the Senate speaks, the House of Commons listens — a bill must pass the Senate before it can become law. Senators also propose their own bills and generate debate about issues of national importance in the collegial environment of the Senate Chamber, where ideas are debated on their merit.
Parliamentary Affairs Advisor - Office of the Honourable Senator Sandra Pupatello
Top Benefits
About the role
Job ID: 215875-67
Classification: PAA: $82,101 – $106,576
Job Type: Indeterminate Appointment (permanent, full-time)
Location: Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Closing Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
About the Senate
The Senate plays a unique role in shaping our country’s democracy. As members of the upper house of Parliament, senators examine legislation, study public policy, champion causes and conduct interparliamentary diplomacy.
As a workplace, the Senate is composed of dynamic people representing our nation’s diverse talents, backgrounds and perspectives. We are committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is provided full and equal opportunity and access to employment, development and advancement. Build and advance your career by joining a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to excellence in support of senators and the institution.
How will you contribute?
Join Senator Sandra Pupatello, Independent Senator for Ontario, in shaping national policy that drives economic growth, strengthens Canada’s industrial competitiveness, and supports inclusive, evidence-based decision-making. With over 30 years of leadership experience in public service, business, and community engagement, Senator Pupatello brings a strong focus on economic development, finance, trade, and multi-sector collaboration.
This position offers the opportunity to work closely with a high-profile and results-oriented Parliamentarian committed to advancing Canada’s prosperity through strategic policy and innovation.
As a key member of the Senator’s team, you will contribute to her legislative and policy work through rigorous research, financial and economic analysis, and strategic communication. You will help shape the Senator’s positions on a broad range of issues impacting economic and industrial development, support interventions in the Senate, and engage with stakeholders across business, government, and civil society. Your work will ensure the Senator remains well-informed, influential, and effective in advancing her priorities.
Core responsibilities:
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis on economic, financial, and industrial policy issues;
- Draft high-quality speeches, briefing notes, reports, and communications materials;
- Monitor Senate proceedings, committee work, and policy developments to identify opportunities for engagement;
- Provide sound, evidence-based advice to inform legislative and strategic priorities;
- Represent the Senator at meetings and events and build strong relationships across key sectors and stakeholder groups.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment and is passionate about economic policy, public service, and cross-sector collaboration.
Open to
The general public, to staff one (1) indeterminate full-time position in the Office of the Honourable Senator Sandra Pupatello.
Please note that “indeterminate” refers to an employment contract with no specified end date.
The Senate of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve, starting with an inclusive and barrier-free hiring process. You can request to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.
Prerequisites
- University degree from a recognized institution in economics, finance, political science, business, public policy, or another field relevant to economic development and industry; or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience related to the duties of the position;
- Extensive and recent experience in researching, analyzing and assessing a broad range of information and making recommendations;
- Extensive and recent experience in writing documents such as briefing notes, reports, statements and speeches;
- Experience in providing strategic advice to senior officials on a variety of politically sensitive issues;
- Experience in developing and maintaining relationships with senior officials and/or parliamentarians;
- Extensive experience in using the MS-Office suite;
- Strategic and organized thinker with the ability to coordinate and multi-task to accomplish a variety of activities with tight timelines;
- Knowledge of effective communication techniques, methods, and practices, with the ability to convey information clearly and professionally both orally and in writing;
- Parliamentary work experience or knowledge of the Senate, its policies, and the legislative process is considered an asset;
- English is essential; bilingualism is considered a strong asset.
Competencies
Integrity
Respect
Service
Communication
Judgement
Adaptability
Dependability
Teamwork and Cooperation
Action Management
Attention to detail
Organizational Needs
The Senate of Canada is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive workplace where all employees are provided full and equal access to employment, development, and advancement opportunities.
Conditions of Employment
Candidates must consent to supply personal information and obtain a security accreditation in order to be eligible for appointment.
How to apply
Please save a copy of the notice of job opportunity. Once the closing date has passed, these documents will no longer be available.
Relocation and travel expenses incurred during this process are the applicant's responsibility.
Communication for this process will be sent via email. It is the responsibility of the candidate to ensure accurate contact information is provided and updated as required. You must consent to receiving e-mails from our system in your online profile.
The Senate of Canada reserves the right to retain a determined number of candidates who best meet the essential requirements of the position.
The Senate of Canada is a separate and distinct employer from the federal public service and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act.
We thank all those who apply to this selection process.
The posting closes at 11:59 p.m. EDT on the closing date stated above.
About Senate of Canada
The Senate is the Upper House in Canada’s bicameral parliamentary democracy. It unites a diverse group of accomplished Canadians in service of their country. Parliament’s 105 senators shape Canada’s future. Senators scrutinize legislation, suggest improvements and fix mistakes. When the Senate speaks, the House of Commons listens — a bill must pass the Senate before it can become law. Senators also propose their own bills and generate debate about issues of national importance in the collegial environment of the Senate Chamber, where ideas are debated on their merit.