Public Affairs Associate

Impact Public Affairs (Canada); Toronto; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Impact Public Affairs (Canada) in Toronto is seeking a Public Affairs Associate to gain hands-on experience in government relations, strategic communications, and advocacy for clients. The role offers potential for progression to a senior position within a collaborative team.

You will work with experienced team members to assist in developing and implementing effective government relations strategies, with opportunities to engage with federal and provincial stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Currently studying or recently completed a post-secondary degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Relevant experience working within the federal government or provincial/territorial legislature, and/or a campaign.
• Communications or Public Relations experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Support Impact’s consultants with client work in a variety of industries.
• Support the coordination of advocacy events at Queen’s Park and Parliament Hill.
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, stakeholders, and key decision-makers to advance clients' interests.
• Prepare briefing materials, policy analysis, and advocacy documents for clients to effectively engage with government representatives.
• Coordinate and organize meetings, briefings, and events to facilitate productive interactions between clients and government officials.
• Track and analyze media coverage, policy changes, legislative activities, and regulatory updates and prepare reports with findings.
• Conduct research on political, economic, and social issues and prepare reports with findings.
• Support written and oral communications for clients.

Skills

Public speaking

Policy communications

Stakeholder relations

Research

Time management

Bilingual

Team player

Education

Post-secondary degree in Political Science

Job description

Join the Impact Public Affairs team in Toronto to gain hands‑on experience in government relations, strategic communications, and advocacy efforts. We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Public Affairs Associate to join our talented team of professionals. Qualified candidates may be eligible for a more senior position.

The successful candidate will work closely with our experienced team members to assist in the development and implementation of effective government and public relations strategies for our clients.

Founded in 1997, Impact Public Affairs is a full-service government relations and communications firm based in Ottawa, with offices across Canada. No other public affairs firm has the depth of experience and track record of success in ensuring that our strategies allow organizations to deliver effective messages to government officials, the public, and key stakeholders.

Position Type: Hourly (40 hours per week)

*Opportunity for position to become full-time, permanent

Location: In-Person, Toronto

Responsibilities:

• Support Impact’s consultants with client work in a variety of industries.
• Support the coordination of advocacy events at Queen’s Park and Parliament Hill.
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, stakeholders, and key decision-makers to advance clients' interests.
• Prepare briefing materials, policy analysis, and advocacy documents for clients to effectively engage with government representatives.
• Coordinate and organize meetings, briefings, and events to facilitate productive interactions between clients and government officials.
• Track and analyze media coverage, policy changes, legislative activities, and regulatory updates and prepare reports with findings.
• Conduct research on political, economic, and social issues and prepare reports with findings.
• Support written and oral communications for clients.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Passionate about politics and communications
• Basic knowledge of Canada’s parliamentary system
• Organized and able to take on multiple tasks at the same time
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and objectives
• Able to work effectively in a team setting
• Reliable, punctual, and efficient
• Available to work occasionally outside normal working hours
• Bilingualism an asset
• Positive attitude, strategic thinking, and a results-oriented approach.

Experience & Education:

• Currently studying or recently completed a post-secondary degree in Political Science, Public Policy, or a related field.
• Relevant experience working within the federal government or provincial/territorial legislature, and/or a campaign.
• Communications or Public Relations experience is an asset.