Senior Director, Transportation and Infrastructure Policy

Toronto Region Board of Trade; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 93,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Career growth through mentorship

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

A leading regional advocacy group is seeking a Senior Director for Transportation and Infrastructure Policy in Toronto. This strategic role will lead policy development, manage cross-functional teams, and engage with stakeholders to drive impactful solutions. The ideal candidate should have over 7 years of related experience, offer clear communication skills, and be adept at project implementation. The role comes with competitive compensation, a hybrid work schedule, and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in government or policy organization.
• Knowledge of public policy at all government levels.
• Experience working with government offices.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of policy agenda.
• Convene thought-leaders and experts for policy initiatives.
• Collaborate across departments to drive policy actions.

Skills

High-level strategy development

Impactful policy solutions

Project implementation

Clear communication

Multitasking

Education

Degree in economics, political science, business administration or related areas

Job description

Senior Director, Transportation and Infrastructure Policy

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Position Description

The Toronto Region Board of Trade (the Board) is seeking a forward‑looking Senior Director of Transportation and Infrastructure Policy to join our dynamic team to advance and enable the Board’s ambitious policy and advocacy agenda. This role will provide leadership for priority initiatives such as congestion, movement of goods, a comprehensive multimodal mobility ecosystem, and files related to land use such as transit‑oriented communities. The position will lead and manage subject matter experts/consultants and leverage a cross‑functional team to develop practical policy solutions and advance their implementation to catalyze action that addresses key business pain points holding back investment, growth, and jobs. The ideal candidate is comfortable switching between high‑level strategy development, driving impactful policy solutions and detailed project implementation work. An understanding of the transportation, transit and infrastructure ecosystem would be an asset.

Role Description

• Leads the development and implementation of the Board’s policy and advocacy agenda regarding transportation and infrastructure, including crosswalks to land use and transit.
• Convenes thought‑leaders, business leaders, regional partners, and experts to inform policy initiatives, identify gaps and determine Board actions that will have an impact on the business community, the public sector, and senior decision‑makers.
• Works closely with departments across the organization to identify opportunities to catalyze our policy positions and harness the Board’s convening power.
• Leads the program development of policy specific events, including roundtables and policy events – with an objective to advance the Board’s policy and advocacy agenda.
• Works collaboratively to develop policies and implementation plans to activate policy initiatives through advocacy, partnerships, and coalitions.

Your Experience Includes

• Degree in economics, political science, business administration, public administration or related areas.
• 7+ years in government, a lobbying organization, an agency or a policy organization.
• Interest in and knowledge of public policy at all three levels of government.
• Experience working with government offices and their respective agencies.
• Direct experience working on transit, housing, infrastructure and land use files is preferable.
• Familiarity with the various policy voices in the Toronto Region; including the broader business community, like‑minded organizations and all three levels of government.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in print and in presentations. High standard for written work. Writing samples may be required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross‑functionally to meet deliverables.
• Ability to work in a cooperative fashion with policy colleagues and those in other areas of the organization including Events, Communications & Marketing, Sponsorship & Membership.

You're Often Described As

• Highly organized and deadline‑driven
• A self‑starter with the ability to work independently
• Collaborative with colleagues from all levels and departments
• Agile and open to changing directions, adopting new practices or learning something new
• A strong communicator and socially‑savvy
• A strong multitasker with the ability to navigate competing deadlines

Benefits

Working at TRBOT means being part of something bigger and making a difference. Here’s what you’ll get:

• Own and lead your policy file through events, public engagement and industry projects
• A mission‑driven team shaping the economic future of the Region
• Competitive compensation, benefits and time off
• Hybrid schedule that supports your work‑life balance
• Career growth through mentorship, training, and professional networks
• Free access to TRBOT events, workshops & city‑shaping initiatives

Our downtown office isn’t just a place to work – it’s a place to thrive:

• Skyline and lake views + modern, flexible workspaces
• Workspaces designed for quiet focus or vibrant collaboration
• Steps from Union Station (with free shuttle service)
• Convenient access to Waterfront trails, parks & fitness options
• Quiet rooms & a cozy library lounge for recharge
• Bike‑friendly with secure storage, showers & lockers

About the Toronto Region Board of Trade

At Toronto Region Board of Trade, you work closely with a collaborative, results‑driven team of city builders. You will be centre stage on the issues that matter to the region. Working at Toronto Region Board of Trade gives you an opportunity to work with thought leaders, while collaborating with our dynamic, diverse membership.

Our culture is grounded in core values that include:

• Accountability – We are accountable to our members, stakeholders and each other.
• Collaboration – We are our strongest when we work together.
• Connections – We engage and build communities.

The Board welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada | CA$93,000.00 – CA$113,000.00 | 2 weeks ago