YWCA Canada

Director of Government Relations YWCA Canada

📍 Location
ottawa, on
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
June 05, 2026
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Job Description

Join YWCA Canada as Director of Government Relations, focusing on advocacy for gender equity across Canada. This full-time role is perfect for a bilingual leader.
In this pivotal position, you will shape government engagement strategies and relationship building with policymakers. Your role as part of the senior leadership team will emphasize impactful advocacy initiatives related to essential issues like economic equity and reconciliation. You are expected to collaborate closely with the Equity, Reconciliation, and Antiracism team, ensuring marginalized communities are included in your advocacy work.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead government relations strategies for advocacy
• Build relationships with policymakers and government officials
• Represent YWCA Canada in various public settings
• Identify and address legislative developments
• Coordinate advocacy events and initiatives
Requirements:
• At least 5 years in senior government relations
• Advanced deg...

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