Government Relations & Communications Specialist

Toyota Canada Inc.; Golden Horseshoe; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Government Relations & Communications Specialist for a 12-month contract. This role involves supporting the External Affairs team in implementing government relations strategies and communications. You'll engage with government members, develop departmental SOPs, and assist in maintaining compliance. The position offers a hybrid work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are organized, have excellent communication skills, and are passionate about making a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Hybrid work environment

Professional growth programs

Extended health care and dental benefits

Paid holiday shutdown

Associate vehicle discount program

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in a related field preferred.
• Experience with auto industry or government relations is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing government relations programs.
• Communicate effectively with government members and stakeholders.
• Support the development of communications strategies for stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of government structures

Experience in the auto industry

Prior communications experience

French language skills

Education

University Degree in a related field

College Diploma in a related field

Job description

Job Description

Government Relations & Communications Specialist - 12 Month Contract/Acting

Rank 4

Scarborough, ON (Hybrid)

Deadline: Please apply before May 14, 2025.

Toyota Canada Inc. currently has an exciting opportunity for a candidate who is organized and has excellent communication to assist our External Affairs team. This is a 12 Month contract opportunity and will report to the Manager, Government Relations. The selected candidate will aid in the implementation of government relations activities and strategies, including government relations communications activities.

What We’ll Bring:

Company & Culture

• A hybrid work environment
• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility and respect
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
• A focus on respect for people and continuous improvement
• Summer Hours – condensed work week during the summer
  
  

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• Extended health care and dental benefits effective immediately
• Associate vehicle discount program
• Paid holiday shutdown and competitive paid time off benefits
  
  

What You’ll be Doing:

• Assists in the planning, maintenance and implementation of Toyota Canada Government Relations program, including developing and maintaining communications output and strategy.
• Supports the delivering of all departmental activities while adhering to assigned departmental budget
• Helps in the preparation of GR activity reports for management meetings, and for ongoing reporting.
• Supports the implementation Toyota Canada GR programs within external affairs group.
• Develops departmental SOPs to ensure clear awareness and adherence to procedures and process to fully maximize resources and product results
  
  

Internal and Stakeholder Communications

• Assists in GR related needs within External Affairs team and across Toyota Canada
• Communicates clearly and effectively with TMC, Toyota NA affiliates and related Toyota Canada departments to relay Government proposals (through monthly reports, for example)
• Provides answers in a timely and effective manner to external issues
• Guides cross affiliate communications and projects
  
  

Government Affairs and Communications

• Helps to maintain contact with Canadian federal and provincial Government members, associations and other stakeholders to support Toyota Canada policies and interests
• Assists with the planning and development of communications strategies and output for key government relations stakeholders, including identifying opportunities and drafting output.
• Promotes Toyota Canada sustainable mobility – technology, environmental leadership, and sustainability within government
• Attends government/industry/association consultation/meetings as required
• Assists Manager in handling reputational government issues impacting Toyota Canada
• Supports positive Toyota messaging and image creation activity and prevent damaging TCI public activity
  
  

Administration and Outreach

• Assists in maintaining lobby registration database to ensure compliance
• Supports the development and upkeep of GR related materials to advance key messages, contact management systems, and activity and action item tracking
• Supports External Affairs team
• Other administrative duties as required
• Supports TCI’s participation in relevant events
• Other duties requested or required
  
  

What You’ll Bring:

• University Degree or College Diploma in a related field preferred
• Experience with auto industry, trade policy, environmental policy, or political or government experience
• Knowledge of federal or provincial government structure, functions and political organization
• Prior communications experience
• Experienced in French language skills would be an asset
• Willingness for occasional travel including some weekends
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  
  

About Us

Toyota Canada Inc. is the exclusive Canadian distributor of Toyota and Lexus vehicles. Toyota Canada's head office is in Toronto, with regional offices in Vancouver, Calgary, Montreal and Halifax. Toyota parts and accessories are distributed through TCI's Parts Distribution Centres in Bowmanville and Vancouver. TCI supports over 287 Toyota and Lexus dealers in Canada with services that include training, sales, marketing, environmental and customer satisfaction initiatives.

What Sets Us Apart?

A focus on people, passion for Toyota, innovation and continuous improvement have made us an award-winning company, recognized worldwide for our technological leadership and superior standards of quality, community involvement and environmental responsibility.

What You Should Know:

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace diverse perspectives and value unique human experiences. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that celebrates the diversity of the communities where we live and do business. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, or any other characteristics protected by law. Please advise us at any point during the recruitment and selection process or your employment if you require accommodation.