Government Relations Manager

Reporting to the Director, Communications & Community Relations, the Government Relations Manager is a key member of the YW team responsible for advancing strategic relationships with municipal, provincial, and federal governments. This role leads strategic government engagement and advocacy efforts, advances public policy initiatives, and through positions YW as a trusted voice and influential voice on issues that impact women and their families. The Manager also plays a critical role in securing capital and operational funding from government sources and ensuring alignment between YW’s priorities and broader public policy objectives.

Working 37.5 hours per week from our YW Hub with a hybrid schedule, this role may also require occasional evening or weekend availability for government meetings, events, or advocacy work.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Truly rewarding work; contribute to lasting, positive change for individuals and our community


• Flexible schedules and a hybrid work arrangement to help our employees manage work and life


• A supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development


• Comprehensive benefits


• Onsite fitness and childcare facilities 

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Develop and implement government relationship management plans across municipal, provincial and federal governments


• Maintain and strengthen relationships with elected officials, senior civil servants and sector partners


• Serve as the primary point of contact for government officials and public policy stakeholders


• Support efforts to secure capital and operational funding by establishing mutually beneficial objectives between YW and all levels of government


• Identify, monitor and act on government funding opportunities


• Gather content, coordinate information and support the writing and presentation of government funding submissions relating to operational and capital funding opportunities


• Facilitate collaboration with the YWCAs of Alberta, YWCA Canada and other sector collaborations to advance shared provincial and federal policy priorities


• Translate frontline experiences into policy positions that elevate the voices of women and gender diverse people


• Work with Communications and Brand and Marketing to develop advocacy content, including social media, opeds, blogs, presentations and public statements


• Support the development, renewal and management of government contracts in collaboration with Finance and program teams.


• Represent YW in discussions with public servants and elected officials regarding program and service funding

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

• Postsecondary education in Government Relations, Public Policy, Public Governance, or a related field


• Five to Seven (5-7) years of experience in government relations, public policy, or political environments


• Strong understanding of political strategy, policy development, and experience working with senior civil servants and elected officials


• Strong interpersonal skills with high emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders


• Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex issues and develop innovative solutions


• Proven ability to influence, collaborate and negotiate across social services, nonprofit sectors and government

If you want to change lives, we want to hear from you.
Deadline: until a suitable candidate is found
Apply today by submitting your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations.
Check out our website for more information about YW Calgary: www.ywcalgary.ca

YW Calgary is committed to providing an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workplace where all employees, volunteers and clients feel valued and respected, whatever their race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, ancestry, or place of origin.