Senior Trade and Policy Advisor

Egg Farmers of Canada•Ottawa, ON

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Egg Farmers of Canada (EFC) is seeking a Senior Trade and Policy Advisor to join the Corporate and Public Affairs team in a fast-paced, challenging, and exciting work environment. Reporting to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, the Senior Trade and Policy Advisor is responsible for providing technical analysis on international trade negotiations and agreements, as well as monitoring evolving global dynamics that impact the interests of the Canadian egg farming industry. This role is well suited for an analytical thinker and strong communicator who excels at relationship building, managing policy files, information dissemination and problem solving.

Requirements

Knowledge of the development, negotiation and implementation process of international trade agreements
Ability to coordinate the collection, analysis and dissemination of information on technical analysis initiatives
Experience in applying critical thinking to identify problems and determine optimal course of action to pursue
An excellent writer, a persuasive communicator and a confident presenter
Excels at building strong relationships with diverse stakeholders
Tact and diplomacy

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree is an asset
Bilingualism (French and English) is an asset

Responsibilities

Track and monitor national and international trade environments, trends and shifting dynamics, including the World Trade Organization, Free Trade Agreements and other bilateral agreements
Provide technical analysis on the impact of trade negotiations, exploratory talks, review processes, trade disputes and federal policies on the Canadian egg farming sector
Identify opportunities and make recommendations on EFC's trade policy and strategic objectives to the Chief Corporate Affairs Officer
Undertake advocacy efforts to represent the interests of Canadian egg farmers federally and globally within the context of trade diversification and upholding a rules-based trading system
Draft and present reports, briefing packages, backgrounders, documents, presentations and other communications material that disseminate relevant information to core stakeholders
Participate in consultations, working groups and committees to promote strategic outcomes that support the interests of Canadian egg farmers
Develop relationships with senior officials, bureaucrats and stakeholders, and maintain a network of individuals and organizations in support of information gathering and collaboration
Act as a subject matter expert for EFC, egg boards and other stakeholders regarding the interpretation and impact of trade matters
Support other advocacy, government relations, risk management and policy files as required
Conduct other analysis and research as needed