Manager Pubic Affairs

Manager Pubic Affairs Costi Immigrant Services Toronto Metro area 1710 Dufferin Street, Torontocloses in 2 days (Mon, 29 Jun) full time • $ 84,657 to $90, 337 per annum + benefitsThis is a full-time non-union position scheduled to work 35 hours per week. **DUTIES** • Develop and execute government relations strategies, including lobbying, policy advocacy, and monitor legislative developments, while ensuring all lobbying activities. are accurately recorded in the lobbyist registry.• Monitor legislation, regulatory changes, and public policy trends.• Analyze public policy trends and provide recommendations to senior leadership on potential impacts. • Prepare reports, briefings, and presentations on public affairs activities and outcomes.• Coordinate stakeholder mapping, outreach plans, and engagement activities to foster positive relationships.• Lead community partnership initiatives, including sponsorships and community projects that enhance the organization's reputation and social impact. • Represent the organization at external meetings, community forums, and policy consultations.• Support cross-departmental initiatives requiring government or stakeholder engagement expertise.• Other duties as assigned by the Senior Director, Communications and Public Affairs.**QUALIFICATIONS** • Bachelor’s degree in public relations, political science, communications, or a related field.• Five or more years of experience in public affairs, government relations, or stakeholder management. • Strong knowledge of government processes, policy analysis, and community engagement practices, with preference for candidates with a deep understanding of the not-for-profit sector and the policy landscape affecting newcomers, immigrants, refugees, and broader community-based services. • Proven ability to build networks and manage multiple relationships simultaneously. • Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, communication, and advocacy skills. • Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and work with senior executives.• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with CRM tools.• This role requires frequent travel between COSTI community sites and partner locations. The successful candidate must be able to meet this requirement. Where driving is an essential duty, a valid driver’s license will be required.

COSTI is committed to accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.***\\*\\*Hours of work shall be scheduled in accordance with Article 12.01and shall consist of five (5) seven (7) hour days, Monday to Friday.*** **LOCATION:** 1710 Dufferin Street, Toronto **START DATE:** July 20, 2026**SALARY RANGE:** $ 84,657 to $90, 337 per annum + benefits **POSTING DATE:** June 8, 2026 **CLOSING DATE:** June 29, 2026 **Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resumes and cover letters as one file quoting reference #77-26 to the below link:****https://wd10.myworkdaysite.com/recruiting/costi/Costi\\_Careers/job/11-Head-Office/Manager-Public-Affairs\\_*****We currently do not use artificial intelligence or automated systems to screen or evaluate job applications***How to ApplyPlease make sure that you quote job code **77-26** in your application and mention that you saw this posting on WorkInNonProfits.ca.**Contact Details** Julie Martin, Director HR [email protected] Costi Immigrant Services, 1710 Dufferin Street, Hwy 401 and Victoria Park, Toronto, ON 6478271415 #J-18808-Ljbffr