Job Description:

• Develop and implement government relations and policy strategies advancing Nature United's agriculture priorities across Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and with the Government of Canada
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, Indigenous governments, producer organizations, industry, and other key partners
• Monitor and analyze legislative, regulatory, and political developments affecting agriculture, natural climate solutions, and conservation priorities
• Provide strategic advice on policy and government relations
• Lead or support advocacy initiatives and government consultations
• Develop policy positions, briefing materials, submissions, and communications materials
• Collaborate across Nature United, The Nature Conservancy network, and external partners
• Ensure compliance with lobbying and government relations requirements and organizational policies
• Represent Nature United in meetings, events, and forums related to agriculture and conservation policy
• Manage contractors, oversee project budgets, and support fundraising efforts as needed
• Work with agricultural producers, producer organizations, NGOs, industry and supply chain actors, Indigenous governments, and other partners to influence policy and funding decisions

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in public policy, political science, agriculture, environmental studies, economics, law, public administration, or Indigenous studies, and 4 years related experience, or an equivalent combination
• Experience developing and implementing policy, government relations, advocacy, or stakeholder engagement strategies
• Knowledge of federal and provincial government decision-making processes and public policy development
• Experience working in or with the agriculture sector, including understanding the role of government policy in shaping agricultural outcomes
• Experience building relationships with governments, industry, Indigenous Nations, producer organizations, NGOs, or other external partners
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders, priorities, and timelines
• Geographic residence in Alberta, Manitoba, or Saskatchewan
• Willingness to travel within Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, occasionally elsewhere in Canada and internationally, approximately 15–20% of time
• Ability to work evenings and occasional weekends as required

Benefits:

• Health care benefits
• Parental leave
• Accrued paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Other life and work well-being benefits
• Flexible schedules
• Career development opportunities
• Supportive work environment focused on health, well-being, and flexibility needs