Strategic Initiatives & Engagement Manager

Bruce County; Walkerton; On-site; CAD 106,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional municipality is seeking a Strategic Initiatives & Engagement Manager to coordinate government relations and oversee intergovernmental initiatives. The ideal candidate has a degree in Planning or related fields, five years of experience in policy work, and strong supervisory skills. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of CA$106,688 to CA$125,525 per year, with various benefits including pension and paid vacation.

Benefits

OMERS pension with equal employer match

Paid vacation days

Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Qualifications

• Five years' experience in research or policy work, preferably in a municipal setting.
• Two years' experience in a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate government relations activities.
• Oversight of intergovernmental initiatives.
• Build relationships with public and private sector representatives.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Data visualization

Creative problem-solving

Diplomacy

Time management

Education

University degree in Planning or related field

Tools

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Certified Analytics Professional (CAP)

Job description

Strategic Initiatives & Engagement Manager

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This range is provided by Bruce County. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

CA$106,688.00 / yr - CA$125,525.00 / yr

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Talent Acquisition & Employee Relations Manager at Bruce County

Who We Are

Welcome to Bruce County! We are located within the traditional territory of the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, which includes the Chippewas of Saugeen First Nation and the Chippewas of Nawash Unceded First Nation. We are a community where excellence, opportunity, and exploration come together amidst the natural beauty of Southwestern Ontario. Nestled between Lake Huron and Georgian Bay, our community thrives in stunning landscapes, from tranquil rivers and iconic lighthouses to bright starry skies. Home to nearly 75,000 residents in predominantly rural communities, Bruce County offers a unique blend of small-town charm and big opportunities, Bruce County is a place where you can work, live, and explore to no end.

Guided by our vision of being a welcoming, thriving community committed to the well-being of current and future generations, Bruce County fosters innovation, sustainable growth, and collaboration. As an upper-tier municipality, Bruce County provides essential services that shape the daily lives of our residents across 12 towns and communities. Our responsibilities include housing, childcare, Ontario Works, infrastructure, paramedic services, and long-term care homes, as well as cultural and recreational programs through our libraries and museum. In everything we do, we uphold our core values : excellence, welcoming community, good governance, environmental stewardship, and financial sustainability.

As one of Southwestern Ontario’s Top Employers, joining our team means becoming part of a dedicated group of public servants committed to making a meaningful difference. At Bruce County, you’ll find opportunities to grow your career, contribute to impactful solutions, and help shape a sustainable future—all while enjoying the exceptional lifestyle this remarkable region offers. Explore with us—your journey starts here.

What You’ll Do

Reporting to the Director, Government Relations, the Strategic Initiatives & Engagement Manager is responsible for coordinating the activities of the government relations department including oversight of intergovernmental initiatives, and project management. The role will operationalize organization wide strategies as set by the Director and Senior Management Team. The incumbent is responsible for building and developing relationships with various public and private sector representatives both internal and external to the County and at various levels of government. Further, the incumbent represents the County on various internal and external committees, working to enhance the Corporation through various communication methods.

What We’re Looking For

Education & Experience

• University degree in Planning, Community Development, Business Administration, Public Policy or Public Administration
• Five years of previous experience in research or policy work, preferably in a municipal setting, with two years of experience in a supervisory role

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to supervise and motivate a team to achieve and exceed their goals
• Ability to collect, organize, assimilate, visualize, and communicate data and information
• Ability to identify issues and implement creative and strategic solutions to overcome problems
• Ability to identify measures of performance and actions needed to improve or correct performance
• Ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret goals, objectives, and policies
• A well-defined sense of diplomacy, including solid negotiation, conflict resolution, and people management skills
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain lasting working relationships
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Experience with budget preparation and management
• Proven ability to conduct relevant research and analyze complex data to identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts
• Proficient with web and literature searches and synthesizing data and analysis
• Sound analytical and critical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills

Assets

• Accreditation in project management (Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred) and / or analytics (Certified Analytics Professional (CAP) preferred)

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary : $106,688-$125,525 per annum
• Hours per week : 35 hours
• OMERS pension with equal employer match
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Paid vacation days, increasing with years of service
• Paid health and wellness Leave
• Parental leave top up program
• Employee recognition programs

Apply by : July 11, 2025

Join Us!

Your Career, Our Community : Let’s build a Welcoming and Sustainable Bruce County Together!

If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification in the job posting, we encourage you to apply anyway. You could be the ideal candidate for this or other opportunities. At Bruce County, we celebrate diversity and are committed to building an inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable, accessible, and welcome environment where all individuals feel valued and supported. Bruce County provides equal employment opportunities to all candidates, including those with disabilities, and ensuring that our recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes are barrier free and fully accessible. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process, please contact us at [e-mail].

The successful candidate for this opportunity will be chosen based on their relevant education, experience, knowledge, and skills, as well as a competency-based interview and formal background reference checks. We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management

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