Program Manager, Public & Government Affairs

Edelman • Ottawa, ON

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About The Position

Edelman is a voice synonymous with trust, reimagining a future where the currency of communication is action. Our culture thrives on three promises: boldness is possibility, empathy is progress, and curiosity is momentum. At Edelman, we understand diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) transform our colleagues, our company, our clients, and our communities. We are in relentless pursuit of an equitable and inspiring workplace that is respectful of all, reflects and represents the world in which we live, and fosters trust, collaboration and belonging. The Program Manager is an early-career, client-facing role on the PGA Monitoring Team, responsible for delivering high-quality parliamentary and policy monitoring alongside supporting client management and project coordination. Building on the role, this position adds ownership of workflows, direct client interaction, and coordination of deliverables.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of Canadian politics, public policy, and parliamentary processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Ability to synthesize complex information into clear, client-ready materials
• Experience managing multiple workstreams and deadlines
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially PowerPoint)

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with monitoring tools and previous public affairs experience is an asset

Responsibilities

• Monitor daily activity across Parliament, including House proceedings, committees, and Senate activity
• Track and synthesize government announcements, legislation, and regulatory developments
• Oversee the preparation and timely delivery of monitoring reports, alerts, and summaries
• Identify and escalate emerging issues, policy shifts, and political developments of relevance
• Ensure quality control and consistency across monitoring outputs
• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for select client needs
• Help client leads organize and support client meetings, including scheduling, agenda development, and logistics
• Attend client calls and meetings; take clear, accurate notes and track follow-ups
• Draft client-ready summaries of monitoring outputs, discussions, and key takeaways
• Respond to routine client requests in a timely and professional manner
• Track tasks and ensure deadlines are met across ongoing monitoring and ad hoc projects
• Maintain organized trackers and documentation for client workstreams
• Support senior team members in managing account priorities and resourcing
• Conduct research on policy issues, government stakeholders, and political dynamics
• Develop background briefs, stakeholder profiles, and issue summaries
• Translate complex political and policy developments into clear, actionable insights for clients

Benefits

• We offer more than just a career – we offer a place to grow, make a meaningful impact, and help drive change alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees