PAA Advisory | Conseils is hiring at the Research Advisor level to support its government relations and public policy work.

The successful applicant will work with clients in the clean energy and environment sector to support their government relations and policy objectives in Canada. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with an interest in growing their government relations and public policy experience.

Qualifications

Candidates wishing to be considered should have the following:

• at least 1 year of relevant experience on Parliament Hill, or experience in politics and/or party politics; or at an industry association, think-tank, or consulting setting; or an equivalent combination of experience and relevant advanced studies at the graduate level;
• familiarity with the public policy and government decision-making processes, institutions, and governance frameworks, as well as the stakeholder ecosystem;
• demonstrated knowledge and experience providing written and/or verbal briefings to organizational leaders;
• completed an undergraduate degree in a relevant field such as political science, public policy, environmental studies, agricultural studies etc.; graduate studies not required but would be an asset;
• bilingualism would be a strong asset.

As a member of our team, you will be responsible for providing day-to-day support and advice to other Advisors, Client Directors and Managing Directors supporting the firm’s clients in several ways, including:

• drafting presentation materials, advocacy documents and communications materials for internal and external audiences;
• drafting reports, public policy studies and political analysis (in conjunction with your colleagues) that can serve as a foundation for advising clients;
• providing ongoing, real-time advice and insight to leaders of client organizations and having day-to-day responsibility for managing the government and regulatory affairs needs of clients;
• engaging in advocacy activities – including but not limited to lobbying – focused on Designated Public Office Holders, other public officials, and relevant stakeholders;
• building and maintaining relationships with relevant stakeholders, think tanks and trade associations in relevant sectors covering clean & renewable energy and environment sectors;
• monitoring, gathering information and analyzing public policy relevant to a client’s issues;
• monitoring and reporting on the activities and proceedings of the House of Commons and Senate, including Question Period and Committees;
• monitoring and reporting on the activities and proceedings of certain Provincial Legislatures as required;
• undertaking research and providing analysis on stakeholder groups, media coverage, government decision-makers, regulatory and legislative processes.

Requirements

• This is a permanent, full-time position based in Ottawa.
• You must have the ability to register to lobby at the federal level with the Commissioner of Lobbying of Canada.
• You must be legally entitled to work in Canada.

Employment, Salary and Benefits

PAA Advisory | Conseils offers its employees competitive overall compensation and a range of benefits, including:

• competitive salary and performance-based progression;
• group medical and dental benefits;
• access to an employee assistance program;
• paid vacation and hybrid work environment;
• work-life balance measures; and
• training and professional development opportunities.

The current annual salary range for this position is between $55k and $65k CAD.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

At PAA Advisory | Conseils, we value and seek to actively involve the full range of what makes people unique in order to create a strong and innovative organization guided by the values of integrity, industriousness, empathy, humility, and initiative.

We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, people of colour, people with disabilities, people from all gender and sexually diverse communities, and people with intersectional identities.

PAA Advisory | Conseils is also committed to providing accommodations throughout the interview and employment process. If you require an accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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Thank you for your interest in PAA Advisory | Conseils. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.