Director, Legislative Affairs, NS

Canadian Federation of Independent Business; Halifax; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

Training and development

Benefits/Health and Wellness

Job summary

CFIB in Halifax is seeking a Director, Provincial Affairs for Nova Scotia to lead policy and advocacy efforts for SMEs in the province. You will report to the Vice-President, Atlantic, and engage with government officials, stakeholders, and media to advance CFIB’s priorities.

Based in Halifax with a hybrid work arrangement, you will collaborate across the country, develop policy positions, and manage a team to ensure effective advocacy and responsible budgeting.

Qualifications

• A university degree in Economics, Public Policy, Political Science, or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in public policy, government, or economics.
• Strong knowledge of SME issues and government policy processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including public speaking and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead CFIB policy work on provincial and municipal issues in Nova Scotia.
• Manage lobbying, policy development, media relations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Prepare reports, briefs, and memoranda for government officials and stakeholders.
• Oversee budgeting, planning, and department operations.

Skills

Public policy understanding

Communication skills

Public speaking

Report writing

Leadership

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Education

University degree in Economics, Public Policy, Political Science, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 4:00 AM

We are looking for a Director, Provincial Affairs for Nova Scotia !

Are you passionate about advocating for small and medium-sized businesses? Do you have a strong understanding of public policy, government affairs, and economic issues? Do you want to work for an organization that believes in people’s potential?

At CFIB, your work supports small businesses in your community and across the country. You’ll have a hand in shaping the economy and future of the country and your province. You will be independent through flexibility and accountability, so you can live and work at your best. You will join an organization that is collaborative and supportive, where more than 90% of employees agree it’s a great place to work. You will work closely with colleagues both locally and across the country – building upon synergies and learning from one another. You make a difference when you work at CFIB.

We have an exciting full-time opportunity for a Director, Provincial Affairs for Nova Scotia . This position will be in Halifax in a hybrid work arrangement (from home and from our Halifax office).

What will you do?

As the Director, Provincial Affairs, you will play a critical role in advancing CFIB’s policy and advocacy initiatives in Nova Scotia . Reporting to the Vice-President, Atlantic, you will lead lobbying efforts, policy development, media relations, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring SMEs in the province are effectively represented.

Responsibilities:

• Lead CFIB’s policy work on provincial and municipal issues, and occasionally contribute to federal initiatives.
• Collaborate with colleagues nationwide to shape CFIB’s legislative affairs agenda.
• Prepare and present reports, briefs, and memoranda to government officials, opposition members, and other stakeholders.
• Monitor government policy and legislative developments to ensure alignment with CFIB’s priorities.
• Conduct member surveys to gather insights and define policy positions on SME issues.
• Represent CFIB at regional meetings, providing updates on key advocacy issues to internal teams.
• Collaborate with other departments to support members with policy-related inquiries.
• Act as CFIB’s spokesperson in Nova Scotia , advocating for SME interests in media interviews and public events.
• Manage and develop department staff, fostering a culture of professionalism and growth.
• Oversee department operations, including budgeting, planning, and tracking expenditures.
• Ensure the seamless flow of information and strategy development between regional and national teams.

What makes a successful Director, Provincial Affairs for Nova Scotia?

• A university degree in Economics, Public Policy, Political Science, or equivalent work experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a public policy, government, or economics setting. Experience working with or within government is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of SME issues and government policy processes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and report writing.
• Proven ability to manage and develop teams, with strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

What do we offer?

• Salary range: $80,000 - $85,000 per year
• Flexibility
• Supportive leadership
• Training and development
• Benefits/Health and Wellness

CFIB has a diverse workforce and is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

As Canada’s largest association of small and medium-sized businesses, CFIB is in business to provide independent business with the resources they need, to give them more value, and to have their voice heard at all levels of governments.

Connect with us and find out why more than 90% of employees agree that CFIB is a great place to work!