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Advocacy & Policy Associate (Municipal, Provincial & Federal Affairs)

Toronto, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid

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Job Title: Advocacy & Policy Associate(Municipal, Provincial & Federal Affairs) Reports to: Manager, Advocacy and Research Department: Advocacy and Research Duration/Term Length: Up to two (2) academic semesters: subject…

Skills: Policy Research, Government Relations, Analytical Writing, Public Policy Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement

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Advocacy & Policy Associate (Municipal, Provincial & Federal Affairs)

Centennial College Student Association Inc.

Toronto, Ontario, Canada • Hybrid

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  • Part-time, Internship
  • Posted 10d ago
  • ~15 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The associate supports government relations by monitoring public policy and preparing briefing materials for municipal, provincial, and federal levels. They facilitate student representation by communicating concerns to decision-makers and coordinating outreach to elected officials.

Requirements

Candidates must be full-time Centennial College students in good academic standing with a strong interest in public policy or political science. Required skills include strong analytical writing and the ability to summarize complex information professionally.

Full job description

Job Title: Advocacy & Policy Associate(Municipal, Provincial & Federal Affairs)

Reports to: Manager, Advocacy and Research

Department: Advocacy and Research

Duration/Term Length: Up to two (2) academic semesters: subject to semester-by-semester renewal

Compensation: $18/Hour

Work Hours: Approximately 15 hours per week within normally scheduled operating hours, in addition to occasional evening/weekend meetings and events. Hours may vary depending on the time of the semester.

Location: Hybrid (remote and in-person), with travel to campus and external meetings as required.



Overview

Reporting to the Manager, Advocacy and Research, the Advocacy & Policy Associate(Municipal, Provincial & Federal Affairs) supports CCSAI’s government relations and student representation efforts across municipal, provincial, and federal levels.

The role monitors public policy, prepares briefing materials, and supports engagement with elected officials, public servants, and institutional leadership. The position helps ensure student concerns and lived experiences are communicated to decision-makers and that students are informed about policy developments affecting their education, affordability, and wellbeing.

The position participates in meetings, consultations, and advocacy initiatives and supports the development of positions, submissions, and outreach activities.



Duties and Responsibilities



Policy Research & Analysis


  • Monitors municipal, provincial, and federal policy developments affecting post-secondary students;

  • Conducts environmental scans and background research on housing, affordability, financial aid, student success, transit, employment, and related issues;

  • Summarizes legislation, government announcements, and institutional policies in accessible language;

  • Assists in developing policy positions, recommendations, and advocacy priorities.



Government Relations & Advocacy Support


  • Prepares briefing notes, speaking points, and background materials for meetings with elected officials and stakeholders;

  • Assists in preparing submissions, consultation responses, and letters to government;

  • Coordinates outreach to municipal councillors, MPPs, MPs, ministries, and community partners;

  • Supports planning and logistics for advocacy meetings, lobby days, delegations, and consultations;

  • Records meeting discussions and tracks follow-up actions and stakeholder contacts.



Student Engagement


  • Works with the Communications team to explain policy issues and advocacy outcomes to students;

  • Supports gathering student feedback through consultations and surveys to inform advocacy priorities.



Collaboration


  • Attends Advocacy & Research team meetings and contributes input on emerging student issues;

  • Collaborates with research and communications staff on advocacy initiatives.



Other


  • Other duties as assigned by the Manager, Advocacy and Research.



Qualifications


  • Strong interest in public policy, government relations, political science, or public administration;

  • Strong writing and analytical skills;

  • Ability to summarize complex information clearly and accurately;

  • Comfortable speaking professionally in meetings and representing the organization;

  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and confidential information;

  • Knowledge of Canadian government structure (municipal, provincial, federal) considered an asset.



Eligibility


  • Must be currently enrolled as a full-time Centennial College student upon applying and for the duration of the term;

  • Demonstrate good academic standing;
  • Must have a valid Social Insurance Number (minimum 6 months to expiry);

  • Mandatory evening/weekend meeting attendance as required;

  • Available to travel to all campus locations.

Please Note: We are hiring for a current vacancy

Deadline to Apply: Monday, July 6, 2026 at 4:30pm

We thank all those who apply, but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted. We are committed to meeting the needs of all individuals in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Should you require accommodations during the recruitment and selection process, please contact Human Resources.

Related keywords

Public PolicyGovernment RelationsPolitical SciencePublic AdministrationBriefing NotesEnvironmental ScansStudent SuccessAffordabilityFinancial AidHousing PolicyTransit PolicyLobby DaysConsultation ResponsesCanadian Government StructureAODAOntario Human Rights Code

About Centennial College Student Association Inc.

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Your Student Voice

Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1967
Headquarters
Toronto, ON
LinkedIn followers
2,585

The CCSAI represents full-time and part-time fee paying students at Centennial College. The CCSAI is responsible for providing services and advocating on behalf of its members who make up the student body at Centennial College. We were the first student association at a college, established in 1967 and incorporated in the 1980s. The CCSAI operates student centres at all four campuses and operates both the Progress Student Centre and Athletic and Wellness Centre; both buildings were constructed entirely via student funding making them truly student buildings.

Offices: 941 Progress Ave., Toronto, ON M1G 3T8, CA · 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Toronto, ON, CA · 751 Morningside Ave., Toronto, ON, CA · 951 Carlaw Ave., Toronto, ON, CA

View all jobs at Centennial College Student Association Inc.

About Centennial College Student Association Inc.

LinkedInVisit site

Your Student Voice

Industry
Non-profit Organizations
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1967
Headquarters
Toronto, ON
LinkedIn followers
2,585

The CCSAI represents full-time and part-time fee paying students at Centennial College. The CCSAI is responsible for providing services and advocating on behalf of its members who make up the student body at Centennial College. We were the first student association at a college, established in 1967 and incorporated in the 1980s. The CCSAI operates student centres at all four campuses and operates both the Progress Student Centre and Athletic and Wellness Centre; both buildings were constructed entirely via student funding making them truly student buildings.

Offices: 941 Progress Ave., Toronto, ON M1G 3T8, CA · 75 Ashtonbee Rd, Toronto, ON, CA · 751 Morningside Ave., Toronto, ON, CA · 951 Carlaw Ave., Toronto, ON, CA

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