Director of Government Relations, EnterpriseHealth

Enterprise; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Director of Government Relations to join their health practice in Ontario. This pivotal role involves leading government engagement and advocacy strategies for major health clients, navigating complex political landscapes, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of the health care system and government processes, along with a proven track record in public affairs. Join a dynamic team that values strategic thinking and collaboration, and make a significant impact on public policy in health care. This is a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Fun, energetic, and collaborative working environment

Competitive compensation and benefits

Team of tightknit creative thinkers

Modern open-concept facilities in multiple cities

Qualifications

• Experience in politics, government relations, or public affairs is essential.
• Strong network within government and health care organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead government engagement and advocacy strategies for health care clients.
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials and clients.

Skills

Government Relations

Public Affairs

Strategic Thinking

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Political Process Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Political Science or related field

Master's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Director of Government Relations, EnterpriseHealth

April 1, 2025

Enterprise is looking for a Director of Government Relations to join our health practice in Ontario.

This position is a unique opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and complicated issues facing the country for many of Canada’s largest health companies, government agencies, and associations. We’re looking for a strategic thinker who is talented, motivated and ready to take on exciting work that delivers for our clients, especially in government relations.

A strong understanding of the health care system and government is a must. Previous experience working in government will be highly valued, along with a keen interest in the political process and being passionate about public policy.

Location: Toronto

CoreResponsibilities:

• Lead government engagement, public affairs, and advocacy strategies for health care clients in Ontario.
• Lobby directly on behalf of clients.
• Execute on key business initiatives and lead client relationships, while managing their needs and expectations.
• Build relationships with clients at an executive level to develop, foster and sustain relationships.
• Lead client teams and provide guidance and mentorship to other team members.
• Play an active role in EnterpriseHealth’s leadership team and contributing to annual planning.
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials and decision-makers.
• Contribute to business development opportunities, including pitches, proposals and RFP responses.
• Effectively manage and resolve issues from clients and internal teams.
• Stay up-to-date on current events, politics and public policy issues in health care.
• Ensure compliance with all lobbying and ethics requirements for public affairs professionals.

Requirements:

• Demonstrated experience in politics, government relations or public affairs.
• Deep knowledge of Canada’s health care system, government structures, and policy-making processes, especially in Ontario.
• Strong network within government, health care organizations, and industry associations.
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships with clients.
• Proven ability to think critically and provide strategic advice to clients and team members.
• Proven ability to develop and execute government relations and advocacy strategies.
• Proven ability to lead client files and oversee key deliverables.
• Experience working with clients in the health care sector, including hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, medical associations, or health technology firms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and lead teams effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A developed ability to provide strategic advice to clients.
• Well versed on current affairs, political actors and major public policy files in Ontario.

The Perks:

• Fun, energetic, and collaborative working environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• You get to work with a team of tightknit creative thinkers
• Modern open-concept facilities located in five cities across the country

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to [e-mail] with the subject line “EnterpriseHealth Director”.