Government Relations Coordinator

Government Relations Coordinator

FUNCTION:  The Government Relations and Communications Advisor provides advocacy, communications and research support to the federal government relations programs of The Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).

REPORTS TO:  Director, Government Relations

EFFECTIVE DATE:  January 2019

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RESPONSIBILITIES:

Member Priorities

  • Coordinate the management of CREA’s online government relations advocacy portal (REALTOR® Action Network).
  • Act as a liaison between CREA and Parliamentarians and their staff.
  • Develop and maintain relationship with Political Action Committee Representatives (PAC Reps) and provide necessary support.
  • Monitor and advise management on daily activities on Parliament Hill.
  • Coordinate the activities of the Federal Affairs Committee by organizing quarterly meetings.
  • Work with the Communications group to develop member-focussed communications materials in support of federal affairs initiatives.
  • Work with the Marketing group to promote grassroots advocacy with membership at conferences, events, and other member-focused opportunities.

REALTORS® Association Community Priorities

  • Liaise with real estate boards and associations and Political Action Committee Representatives to strengthen relationship with CREA.

Internal Priorities

  • Provide operational support to CREA’s Government Relations program.
  • Review the requirements for CREA’s online government relations advocacy portal and work with Information Technology (IT) to address gaps.
  • Assist with the planning and preparation of CREA’s advocacy conference (PAC Days) and grassroots lobbying campaign.
  • Monitor and edit the content on the member intranet site (REALTOR Link®) to ensure it is current and accurate.
  • Work with the Communications Group to contribute to overall communications efforts through writing and distributing digital and social content, blog posts, newsletters and web content.
  • Undertake other projects/duties as assigned by the Director, Government Relations.

People Priorities

  • Communicate with colleagues of all levels effectively.
  • Support a culture of excellence.
  • Adhere to CREA’s policies and procedures.

Financial Priorities

  • Maximize value to REALTOR® members.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Minimum 3 years experience in a policy, political and/or advocacy environment
  • Keen interest in government, public policy and public relations
  • Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Strong understanding of Information Technology (IT)
  • Ability to work independently on multiple projects with time sensitive deadlines
  • Ability to analyze, summarize and effectively present in a professional manner
  • Excellent organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail
  • Flexible, cooperative and able to take initiative
  • Superior interpersonal skills
  • Bilingual (English/French)