Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$126k/yr
Political Action Officer (External Posting) The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is seeking to fill the regular, full-time position of Political Action Officer. CAUT is a progressive labour and professi…
Skills: Government relations, Campaign strategy, Advocacy, Policy analysis, Lobbying
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
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The Political Action Officer is responsible for planning and executing government relations and campaign strategies to advance CAUT's priorities. This includes direct lobbying, monitoring policy developments, and coordinating advocacy efforts with internal and external stakeholders.
Candidates must possess a post-secondary degree in a relevant field and at least five years of professional experience in policy, government relations, or political action. Proficiency in both English and French is required, along with strong research, analytical, and communication skills.
The Canadian Association of University Teachers (CAUT) is seeking to fill the regular, full-time position of Political Action Officer.
CAUT is a progressive labour and professional organization representing more than 75,000 faculty, librarians, researchers, academics, and general staff at public universities and colleges. It promotes the economic and political interests of its members, advances the standards of the profession, and seeks to improve the quality and accessibility of post-secondary education in Canada.
Reporting to the Director of Political Action and Communications, and under the coordination of the Senior Political Action Officer, this position is responsible for representing and advancing CAUT’s priorities with the federal government through direct advocacy and campaigns. Key responsibilities include planning, developing and executing government relations and campaigns strategies.
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This position has been classified as Category 4 in the Collective Agreement between CAUT and COPE Local 225. The current hire rate for this category as of July 1, 2025, is $126,224.00.
The position supports work-life balance through hybrid work and generous paid leave including five (5) weeks of vacation per year, sick and personal days, summer hours (Fridays off in July and ½ Fridays off in August), and winter holiday closure between December 22 and January 1 annually. In addition, the position is eligible for excellent benefits including extended health and dental benefits, disability and life insurance, employee and family assistance, a defined contribution pension plan with 11.5% employer contributions after six (6) months of employment, and various employer paid learning and development opportunities.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications by 5:00 PM on September 6, 2026. This is a current vacancy, and the position will remain posted until filled.
All applications must be addressed to the Executive Director including a cover letter and resumé demonstrating how the candidate meets the job requirements.
All applications will be treated confidentially. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Canadian Association of University Teachers represents 68,000 academic and general staff employed at over 120 universities and colleges in Canada. From lobbying governments to providing collective bargaining and legal support, CAUT actively advances the social and economic interests of its members. CAUT offers courses, workshops and conferences, and investigates threats to academic freedom. The national office undertakes extensive research, and publishes reports, newsletters, books and a monthly newspaper. CAUT liaises with Canada's media and works in national and international coalitions dedicated to the welfare of academic staff and students
Offices: 2705 Queensview Drive, Ottawa, ON K2B 8K2, CA
The Canadian Association of University Teachers represents 68,000 academic and general staff employed at over 120 universities and colleges in Canada. From lobbying governments to providing collective bargaining and legal support, CAUT actively advances the social and economic interests of its members. CAUT offers courses, workshops and conferences, and investigates threats to academic freedom. The national office undertakes extensive research, and publishes reports, newsletters, books and a monthly newspaper. CAUT liaises with Canada's media and works in national and international coalitions dedicated to the welfare of academic staff and students
Offices: 2705 Queensview Drive, Ottawa, ON K2B 8K2, CA
