Senior Consultant, EnterpriseHealth (Western Canada)

Senior Consultant, EnterpriseHealth (Western Canada)

December 16, 2024

Enterprise is looking for a Senior Consultant to join our health practice in Western Canada.

This position is a unique opportunity to work on some of the most challenging and complicated issues facing the country for many of Canada’s largest health companies, government agencies, and associations. We’re looking for a strategic thinker who is talented, motivated and ready to take on exciting work that delivers for our clients, especially in government relations.

A strong understanding of the health care system and government is a must. Previous experience working in government will be highly valued, along with a keen interest in the political process and being passionate about public policy.

Location:Western Canada

In office requirements:Hybrid

CoreResponsibilities:

• Developing and advising on government engagement, public affairs, and advocacy strategies.
• Interacting with government officials and decision-makers to build and maintain relationships.
• Staying up-to-date on current events, politics and public policy issues in health care.
• Running winning campaigns that bring together public policy, advocacy, media relations and/or digital elements.
• Dealing directly with clients, coordinating meetings and ensuring projects are progressing in line with client expectations.
• Writing briefing notes on policy and political files, press releases, digital content and speeches.
• Creating and maintaining productive relationships with government and industry stakeholders and clients.
• Ensuring compliance with all lobbying and ethics requirements for public affairs professionals.
• Responding to RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and developing pitches for new business opportunities.

Requirements:

• Relevant experience in politics, government relations or public affairs.
• Post-secondary education/equivalent experience.
• Strong understanding of the health care systems in Western Canada and Canada.
• Well versed on current affairs, political actors and major public policy files in Western Canada.
• A developed ability to provide strategic advice.
• Superior writing/editing skills with a demonstrated ability to synthesize complex content.
• Demonstrated research and analytical skills.
• Strong social and project management skills, ability to meet deadlines, delegate and prioritize deliverables.
• Ability to manage and support client relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Any additional languages spoken/written or experience with research would be a significant asset.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter and resume to careers@enterprisecanada.com with the subject line “Western Canada Health Consultant”.