Government Relations Manager (Bilingual) | |
| Job ID | EB-02-4D-C8-2D-A9 |
| Company | Farm Credit Canada |
| Location | Ottawa |
| Province | Ontario |
| Date Posted | 2022-05-20 |
| Posted Until | 2022-06-05 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Job Category | Miscellaneous |
| Description | |
| Job number: R-1003404 Location: Ottawa, Ontario Closing date: June 5, 2022 Language(s) required: English, French Worker Type: Permanent Relationship-building expertise rewarded: Develop strategic partnerships that will enhance FCC's ability to serve Canada's agriculture producers, agribusiness operators and agri-food entrepreneurs. This position is designated bilingual (English and French), and the successful candidate must be able to communicate in both of Canada's official languages. What you'll do: - Build and manage relationships with influencers in the agriculture industry and key government departments - Contribute sector-specific and industry information in support of the corporate strategic planning process - Lead the FCC visitation program for members of parliament - Coach and mentor colleagues on building relationships within the industry and government What we're looking for: - Strong communicator comfortable interacting with audiences at all levels of partner organizations - Experienced networker passionate about connecting people in agriculture with government stakeholders for the mutual benefit of moving the industry forward - Strategic thinker who can translate observations into insights and forward-looking recommendations What you'll need: - A bachelor's degree in agricultural finance, business or commerce and at least five years of experience (or an equivalent combination of education and experience); extensive agricultural industry knowledge supplemented by knowledge of FCC's lending and non-lending products and services is an asset - Expertise in stakeholder relations, analysis of the agriculture industry, and the processes and policies of government and parliament - Intuitive understanding of political factors, key issues, risks and opportunities in the agriculture industry - Demonstrated ability to build relationships and rapport with people at all levels of a wide variety of organizations and associations, including government | |
| Salary | To Be Discussed |
| Languages | English, French |
| How To Apply | Click "Apply Now" |
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