Lead, Regulatory Affairs

CNIB Foundation; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Lead in Regulatory Affairs to promote accessibility and inclusion across Canada. This role involves acting as a subject matter expert on national regulations, engaging with stakeholders, and supporting advocacy initiatives. Join a diverse team dedicated to creating equitable communities for individuals with low vision. Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of many. If you are driven by a mission to foster inclusivity, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Competitive paid time off

Group insurance benefits

Employer-sponsored pension plan

Employee recognition program

Internal employee referral program

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience in advocacy, accessibility, or government relations.
• Superior understanding of accessibility standards and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Act as subject matter expert on national accessibility regulations.
• Coordinate CNIB’s responses to regulatory body consultations.

Skills

Advocacy

Accessibility Standards

Government Relations

Policy Analysis

Interpersonal Communication

Project Management

Diversity and Inclusion

Education

Post-secondary education in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Salesforce

Job description

Reports to : Executive Director, CNIB Advocacy with dotted line to Director, International Partnerships and Public Affairs

Compensation : $48,888 - $61,110

Direct Reports : No

Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada.

Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities. We believe our new strategic plan, The Way Forward , will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast. Working with us means that you'll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that's committed to changing what it is to be blind today.

We're looking for a mission-driven Lead, Regulatory Affairs who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.

• Act as CNIB’s subject matter expert on national accessibility regulations and standards, including but not limited to the Accessible Canada Act regulations, Canadian Transportation Agency accessibility regulations, and CRTC accessibility regulations.
• Steward CNIB’s relationship with Accessibility Standards Canada
• Engage people who are blind to provide feedback as part of CNIB’s responses to consultations.
• Support projects to advance CNIB’s role in advocating for accessible built environments.
• Coordinate CNIB’s responses to regulatory body consultations.
• Monitor federal regulations and standards in relation to accessibility.
• Identify and pursue federal funding opportunities to support CNIB’s initiatives and collaborate with philanthropy to secure funding for program implementation.
• Support elements of CNIB’s international work and consult on integrating international frameworks and conventions into national and organizational policies.
• Support the development of CNIB’s quarterly advocacy newsletter
• Effectively communicates CNIB's key messages to external audiences through presentations, briefing materials, and other communication materials.
• Ensures compliance with CNIB policies and legislative obligations, including but not limited to the Lobbying Act.
• Work with colleagues across the organization to operationalize goals of “Stronger Together” in all aspects of advocacy.

Requirements

Who you are :

Education and Certifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field or equivalent education and work experience.

Experience and Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ experience working in advocacy, accessibility, government relations, or policy analysis.
• Superior understanding of accessibility standards and regulations
• Experience in supporting advocacy, accessibility, and government relations initiatives
• Professional attitude, self-starter and adaptable to a dynamic organization.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to accomplish projects with little supervision.
• Passionate champion of diversity, accessibility, and inclusion issues.
• Advance knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and database computer applications.
• Well organized and excellent coordination skills.
• Experience or proficiency working with Salesforce is considered an asset.
• Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.
• Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and / or accessible environments is considered an asset.

We offer industry leading comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards packages and a wide range of perks, including :

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements and schedules.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth, including internal inclusion, diversity equity and accessibility (IDEA) initiatives.
• Competitive paid time off inclusive of annual vacation entitlement, additional paid holidays, wellness days, and personal days.
• Group insurance benefits include dental, health and vision care.
• Employer-sponsored pension plan.
• Years of service awards and year-round rewards as part of our employee recognition program.
• Enticing internal employee referral program.

Be Part of Our Mission

If this sounds like the role for you, please visit our website to submit an application. Be sure to include a resume, cover letter, and mention how you heard about this opportunity.

Please note that while we invite applications from all interested and qualified applicants, we are unable to follow-up with every applicant.

Working Together for Change

Our diversity is our strength – we take pride in our inclusive workplace. We are committed to recruiting and selecting candidates through fair, transparent, and accessible practices. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including but not limited to Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, people who are blind, partially sighted, or Deafblind, and those who identify as women and / or 2SLGBTQ+.

CNIB is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities and will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process.