Executive Director, Government Relations
About the Company
Well-regarded public research university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1887
Employees 5001-10,000
Categories
- Higher Education - Education - McMaster University - Universities
Specialties
- teaching and research and scholarship - research and scholarship - teaching - health sciences - infectious disease research - nuclear science and medicine - commercialization and entrepreneurship - sustainability and decarbonization - inclusive excellence - and engineering
About the Role
The Company is seeking an Executive Director, Government Relations, to lead its government relations, public policy, and advocacy activities. The role involves developing and executing an integrated strategy that advances institutional priorities across research, innovation, education, health, infrastructure, and student success. As a trusted advisor to senior leadership, the Executive Director will build relationships with federal, provincial, and municipal governments and coordinate engagement with internal and external partners. The position also provides counsel on political, policy, legislative, regulatory, and funding developments, while aligning advocacy, public affairs, issues management, and communications efforts.
The ideal candidate will bring substantial government relations leadership experience and a demonstrated record of influencing public policy, building trusted partnerships, leading high-performing teams, and advancing strategic advocacy in a complex organization. Strong political judgment, collaboration, and exceptional communication skills are essential, along with the ability to navigate changing policy environments with credibility. Experience working in or alongside the public sector is required; post-secondary education experience is an asset.
Hiring Manager Title Vice-President, Communications
Functions
- Education/Academic Administration - Strategy
Executive Director, Government Relations in Hamilton employer: Confidential
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