Senior Advisor, Intergovernmental Relations

Job No: DLC59
Location: Lake Country

About the Opportunity

The District of Lake Country has an exciting opportunity for a permanent full-time Senior Advisor Intergovernmental Relations, based in Lake Country, BC.

 

Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer you will contribute to the ongoing efforts in fostering relations with other orders of government and key stakeholders. You will work collaboratively across the organization to foster an integrated approach, building strong relationships with government partners as well as key local, regional and provincial agencies to advance the District’s strategic priorities.

 

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited:

  • Providing intergovernmental relations advice and guidance for strategic communications to senior management and council.
  • Coordinating strategic planning and goal development for the organization.
  • Developing and fostering the District’s government relations efforts and partnership opportunities.
  • Preparing materials for meetings with senior government officials, including briefing notes, speaking notes and presentations.

 

For a detailed job description, and more information about Lake Country, please visit: lakecountry.bc.ca

 

More About You

To qualify for this role, you must have a minimum of a diploma in local government administration or related field of study and a minimum of five of progressive experience in municipal, provincial or federal levels of government. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. You will be required to submit a satisfactory criminal record check and proof of a valid BC Driver’s License prior to your start date.

 

As our ideal candidate, you will have excellent judgement, decision making, organizational and time management skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities. You are a strategic thinker and problem solver, and have exceptional communication skills, including strategic planning and reporting and persuasive writing.

 

Above all, we value a deep understanding of politics and government administration and a keen awareness of current trends and issues at various levels of government.

 

About the Benefits

  • This exempt position offers a competitive annual salary in the range of $90,024 to $105,403.
  • Eligibility for annual salary increases as approved by Council.
  • Hybrid work from home arrangements that blend in-office and remote work may be available for eligible positions.
  • Generous vacation and wellness leave.
  • 100% Employer-covered extended health and dental benefit premiums.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program.
  • An attractive municipal pension program.
  • Career and professional development.
  • A collaborative, supportive, and inclusive work culture.

 

Applications will be accepted through our website at www.lakecountry.bc.ca until 4:00pm on November 22, 2024.

 

The District of Lake Country is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting hr@lakecountry.bc.ca.

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About Us

Situated within the unceded territory of squilx”/syilx (Okanagan) peoples, Lake Country is a vibrant community of approximately 15,000 citizens and is located in the heart of the rapidly growing Okanagan Valley. Lake Country is less than a half hour drive from downtown Kelowna and mere minutes to beautiful orchards, wineries, farms and the serenity of the Okanagan lakes. Lake Country is in close proximity to the Kelowna International Airport and the University of British Columbia – Okanagan. Residents enjoy hot summers and temperate winters with boundless opportunities for year-round recreation – from water sports to cycling, golfing, skiing, hiking and much more. If you are searching to relocate to a community that truly has it all, join our team and experience ‘Life. The Okanagan Way!’
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