Manager, Policy and Public Affairs (Canada - Field Based)

Insulet; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare innovation company in Toronto is seeking a Manager, Policy and Public Affairs to shape the policy landscape supporting automated insulin delivery technologies. This role requires developing public affairs strategies, engaging with key stakeholders, and advocating for favorable policies. Ideal candidates possess a degree in a related field, fluent bilingual communication skills, and at least 3 years of experience in public affairs, particularly in healthcare. Flexibility for remote work is available in this dynamic organization.

Benefits

In-person and remote work flexibility

A collaborative culture

Creative and influential role

Qualifications

• 3 or more years of experience in public affairs, policy, or government relations in healthcare.
• Strong understanding of healthcare policy, regulatory frameworks and political processes in Canada.
• Experience working with national and provincial authorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement public affairs strategies aligned with business priorities.
• Advocate for policies that support innovation and access to automated insulin delivery technologies.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including health authorities and patient advocacy groups.

Skills

Fluent in English and French

Stakeholder engagement

Excellent communication skills

Strategic thinking

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in political science, public health, health, economics, law, or related field

Tools

Data analysis tools (SQL, R)

Job description

Insulet started in 2000 with an idea and a mission to enable our customers to enjoy simplicity, freedom and healthier lives through the use of our Omnipod® product platform. In the last two decades we have improved the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients by using innovative technology that is wearable, waterproof, and lifestyle accommodating.

We are looking for highly motivated, performance driven individuals to be a part of our expanding team. We do this by hiring amazing people guided by shared values who exceed customer expectations. Our continued success depends on it!

The Manager, Policy and Public Affairs is responsible for shaping the external environment across Canada to support access to automated insulin delivery pump and supplies technology. This role involves developing and executing public affairs strategies, engaging with policy makers, patient organizations, and other key stakeholders, and advocating for favorable policy frameworks for Omnipod® systems and future innovations.

The incumbent will act as a strategic advisor, ensuring that the company’s voice is heard in relevant policy discussions and that its value proposition is clearly communicated to decision-makers. A deep understanding of the healthcare policy landscape and strong stakeholder engagement skills are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement public affairs strategies aligned with business priorities and healthcare system dynamics
• Monitor and analyze health policy developments, regulatory changes, and political trends affecting diabetes care and medical devices
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including health authorities, policy makers, patient advocacy groups, professional associations and Omnipod patient advocates
• Advocate for policies that support innovation, access, and reimbursement of automated insulin delivery technologies
• Deliver policy messaging, briefs, position papers, advocacy strategies
• Identify opportunities for partnerships and coalitions to advance shared policy goals
• Collaborate with the internal cross-functional team at local and regional level (International Policy and Public Affairs, local market access, marketing, medical affairs, and sales) to optimize communication tools, advocacy efforts and tactical plans
• Ensure compliance with lobbying and transparency regulations
• Contribute to internal education on policy trends and implications for business strategy

Education and Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in political science, public health, health, economics, law, or related field.
• Fluent in English and French (spoken and written)
• 3 or more years of experience in public affairs, policy, or government relations, preferably in the healthcare or medical device sector
• Strong understanding of healthy policy, regulatory frameworks and political processes in Canada

Skills and Competencies:

• Experience working with national and provincial authorities and policy-making bodies
• Established relationships with decision-makers and influencers in the healthcare policy space
• Proven experience in stakeholder engagement, policy and public affairs campaigns.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills
• Strategic thinking and ability to navigate complex policy environments
• Familiarity with reimbursement systems and healthcare funding
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams
• Proficiency in MS Office; basic knowledge of data analysis tools (SQL, R, etc.) is a plus

Further Information

• Travel may be up to 30% during certain periods

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and growing organization with a collaborative culture
• A strategic role with room for creativity and influence
• In-person and remote work flexibility

Field:

This position requires field-based working arrangements (travel within assigned territory required). #LI-REMOTE