Consultant, Government Affairs

Santis Health•Ottawa, ON

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Santis Health, a leading public affairs, communications and strategy consultancy focusing on the health care sector, has an opportunity for a Consultant with our Government Affairs Practice with a focus on federal efforts. Based in Ottawa, this ambitious, self-motivated individual will work closely with the Santis government affairs team to provide strategic problem solving, public policy and government affairs to clients. Applicants should have a sound knowledge of government affairs, public affairs, stakeholder relations and project management, as well as the most pressing health care and life sciences issues of the day. Previous experience working in health care, in the Government of Canada or as a practicing consultant would be an advantage.

Requirements

Degree in political science, public policy, economics, communications or a related field (or equivalent experience); post-graduate qualifications are beneficial.
Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience directly in government relations or advocacy is preferred.
Competencies in health care policy, networks in the health care sector and knowledge of the Government of Canada and health care system is preferred.
Demonstrated knowledge of government affairs, public policy and politics across Canada.
A solid mix of project management, policy analysis and communications experience.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strong research and analysis ability.
Exceptional organizational skills with an ability to juggle multiple clients and projects.
Skilled in priority-setting, efficient time-management and the ability to work independently.
High level of professionalism.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in health care, in the Government of Canada or as a practicing consultant would be an advantage.
post-graduate qualifications are beneficial.

Responsibilities

Working closely with Santis team members to manage a wide range of client projects and deliverables.
Lead accounts and manage projects, ensuring ongoing client support, communication, development of project management plans, and fulfillment of overlapping deliverables.
Advising on government engagement, public affairs, and advocacy strategies.
Interacting with government officials and decision-makers to build and maintain relationships.
Tracking emerging and evolving public policy issues – and analyzing their implications to client organizations.
Interact with clients and prospective clients, media, partner agencies, stakeholders and colleagues to build and maintain excellent relationships.
Identifying key stakeholders and creating tailored stakeholder maps.
Developing government relations initiatives, a wide range of briefing notes, slide decks and other products.
Developing project management plans and keeping the project team focused on meeting multiple, tight timelines.
Leading project management, including designing project plans, ensuring adherence to timelines, managing unexpected changes, and mitigating risks.
Tracking and responding to RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and other business development opportunities.
Assisting on development of proposals and other business development opportunities.
Drafting Santis-branded blogs, op-ed publications, news releases, policy reports and think pieces.