Advisor, Government Affairs

Elk Valley Resources•Vancouver, BC

9d•CA$108,000 - CA$133,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Elk Valley Resources (EVR) operates four steelmaking coal mines that employ over 5,000 people in the Elk Valley of British Columbia. We are committed to responsible resource development, environmental performance and building strong partnerships with communities and Indigenous Peoples. EVR is proud to be part of the Glencore Group, contributing to a global portfolio of operations with a history that dates back more than 100 years in Canada. This role supports EVR’s government relations and advocacy work at the provincial and federal level. To be successful, we are looking for someone with a strong understanding of B.C.’s mining sector, exceptional writing and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to build relationships with government. With a compressed work week and alternating Fridays off, experience what true work-life balance is all about!

Requirements

Minimum five years of direct experience in the B.C. provincial government and/or in a government relations role for a B.C.-based mining company
Bachelor’s degree in political science or equivalent
Sound knowledge of the policy development and legislative process
Exceptional writing, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong qualitative and quantitative research and analytical skills
Organized and strong attention to detail
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent

Responsibilities

Participate in and adhere to health and safety programs and policies
Monitor provincial and federal policy activities for potential impacts or opportunities related to EVR’s business priorities
Develop briefing notes, backgrounders, position statements, and other policy-related content to support senior leader meetings with officials, industry associations, or other stakeholders
Co-ordinate various government submissions and information requests
Collaborate with other team members in Communications, Indigenous Relations, Projects, Environmental Performance, and Marketing with respect to monitoring and assessing policy changes and their potential impact on EVR’s business
Oversee EVR’s provincial and federal lobbyist reporting requirements
Represent EVR in industry and government committees, when required