Job Description
About Walmart Canada Corp
At Walmart Canada, we are dedicated to helping Canadians save money and live better – anytime and anywhere – in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each day, more than 100,000 associates serve approximately 4+ million customers. We're a leader when it comes to sustainability, sourcing practices and operations.
Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Public Affairs will be responsible for building and fostering relationships with key government, media and industry stakeholders, monitor relevant government policy and legislation, raise Walmart's visibility among decision-makers as well as advise on the development of proactive government relations, policies and strategies that advance the company's strategic objectives.
Main Responsibilities
Managing the execution of integrated government and stakeholder relations strategies to promote and broaden awareness of organizational goals and brand objectives with key policy makers and decision-makers.
Pursuing Walmart Canada business objectives with governments to mitigate risks and proactively achieve policy or regulatory changes to support top line growth.
Building and executing engagement plans with federal/provincial/municipal government officials and other third-party industry stakeholders to raise awareness and strengthen corporate reputation.
Leading the development and design of material for government and stakeholder engagement including presentations, briefing notes, speeches, and other communications collateral to promote corporate direction and enhance organizational profile.
Working with internal subject matter experts to evaluate public policy priorities, opportunities and risk and lead organization-wide responses to legislative initiatives and consultations, as well as responding to general inquiries from elected and non-elected decision makers on key issues.
Represent the company in meetings with senior government officials, key stakeholders, and third-party influencers.
Devising and implementing communications strategies to proactively influence, educate and inform government, media, and stakeholder audiences.
Managing local agencies.
Requirements
5 years of experience in the public sector or corporate government relations
Ability to work well with internal and external stakeholders
Strong written and communication skills, bilingual preferred
At Walmart Canada, we are dedicated to helping Canadians save money and live better – anytime and anywhere – in retail stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each day, more than 100,000 associates serve approximately 4+ million customers. We're a leader when it comes to sustainability, sourcing practices and operations.
Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Public Affairs will be responsible for building and fostering relationships with key government, media and industry stakeholders, monitor relevant government policy and legislation, raise Walmart's visibility among decision-makers as well as advise on the development of proactive government relations, policies and strategies that advance the company's strategic objectives.
Main Responsibilities
Managing the execution of integrated government and stakeholder relations strategies to promote and broaden awareness of organizational goals and brand objectives with key policy makers and decision-makers.
Pursuing Walmart Canada business objectives with governments to mitigate risks and proactively achieve policy or regulatory changes to support top line growth.
Building and executing engagement plans with federal/provincial/municipal government officials and other third-party industry stakeholders to raise awareness and strengthen corporate reputation.
Leading the development and design of material for government and stakeholder engagement including presentations, briefing notes, speeches, and other communications collateral to promote corporate direction and enhance organizational profile.
Working with internal subject matter experts to evaluate public policy priorities, opportunities and risk and lead organization-wide responses to legislative initiatives and consultations, as well as responding to general inquiries from elected and non-elected decision makers on key issues.
Represent the company in meetings with senior government officials, key stakeholders, and third-party influencers.
Devising and implementing communications strategies to proactively influence, educate and inform government, media, and stakeholder audiences.
Managing local agencies.
Requirements
5 years of experience in the public sector or corporate government relations
Ability to work well with internal and external stakeholders
Strong written and communication skills, bilingual preferred
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Strategic Government Relations Manager position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Barrys Bay offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.