Government Relations Advisor

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.