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About the Role

The Senior Manager, Government Relations will lead government advocacy efforts and maintain strong relationships with political stakeholders, reporting to the Director, Government Relations.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute comprehensive advocacy strategies to advance TIFF’s strategic plan, infrastructure needs, and operational funding goals.
Prepare presentations and briefings for government stakeholders, effectively articulating TIFF's cultural and economic footprint, and community value proposition.
Monitor, analyze, and report on public policy trends, legislative updates, and political shifts that impact the arts, culture, and non-profit sectors.
Draft highly compelling policy briefs, position papers, pre-budget submissions, and speaking notes for executive leadership.
Cultivate and maintain strong, trusted relationships with elected officials, political staff, and public service bureaucrats at all three levels of government.
Act as a key point of contact for government partners, tracking commitments and follow-ups with government stakeholder and organizing high-impact meetings for TIFF leadership.
Coordinate timely responses to urgency political or policy developments, or emerging GR issues.
Translate complex institutional data into persuasive advocacy narratives for government audiences.
Oversee government protocol and engagement during the annual Toronto International Film Festival and year-round events at TIFF Lightbox.
Identify funding and grant opportunities, ensuring alignment with current government mandates, policies and priorities.
Represent TIFF in external meetings with government officials and senior public servants to advance institutional priorities.
Manage and coordinate external government relations/lobbying agencies, ensuring alignment of messaging, priorities, and advocacy strategies.
Work cross-functionally with key internal stakeholders/team to align GR strategy with organizational priorities.
Track and report on outcomes of government engagement, funding success, and advocacy impact.

Requirements

Post-secondary education in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
Minimum 7+ years of progressive experience in government relations, public affairs, political staff roles, or advocacy within a non-profit, cultural institution, or public agency.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to communicate ideas and proposals persuasively to government partners during phone calls and meetings.
Proven ability to build networks and influence stakeholders across the political spectrum.
High degree of diplomacy, discretion, and emotional intelligence.
Superior organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
Lead the team in meeting timelines for advocacy campaigns.
Deep, nuanced understanding of Canadian political processes, public policy frameworks, and government budget cycles.
Adaptable to a flexible work schedule including some evenings and weekends.
This position requires being in office on a regular basis.
Candidates must be legally able to work in Canada at this time.
TIFF considers and welcomes individuals on time-limited Visa status for this position, provided their Visa allows completion of the full contract.

Skills

Communication
Stakeholder Relations
Organization/project responsibility
Job Specific Knowledge

Location

350 King Street West, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5

Work Type

Permanent
Full-time
Hybrid

Experience Level

Senior

Education Level

Post-secondary education in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Administration, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience)

Salary/Compensations

$65,000 - $103,020

About the Company

TIFF is a charitable, cultural organization dedicated to presenting the best of international and Canadian cinema and creating transformational experiences for film lovers and creators of all ages and backgrounds in our home - TIFF Lightbox. Our mission: To transform the way people see the world, through film.
TIFF is committed to embracing diversity and treating all individuals with respect, dignity and fairness by removing physical, social and economic barriers to participation.
TIFF is located on the Treaty Lands and Territory of the Mississaugas of the Credit and the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, the Wendat, and the Haudenosaunee. We are grateful to work on this land.

Equal Opportunity

TIFF is committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible environment where employees feel valued and respected, and where every employee has the opportunity to realize their potential.
We welcome and encourage applicants who identify as racialized persons, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons across the spectrum of sexual orientation and gender identities.
If you are a person with a disability and require accommodation and/or assistance during the application process, please contact us in advance at careers@tiff.net. We strive to provide reasonable accommodations whenever requested.