Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Remote OK
$60k–$74k/yr
About Food Banks Canada At Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and…
Skills: Government relations, Advocacy, Stakeholder engagement, Public policy, Political science
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Program Background EduKAiT is the main platform for the Australian Government’s support to the Kiribati Education sector, specifically the Government of Kiribati and Ministry of Education (MoE), as it implements its Educ…
Skills: Deaf Education, Special Education, Inclusive Education, Sign Language, Literacy Instruction
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
“How do you bring kindness to others every day?” Join us in our journey of kindness where compassion is our language, and kindness is our legacy. We are committed to nurturing a culture of kindness that flour…
Skills: Laundry services, Housekeeping, Communication skills, CPR, First Aid
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$37/hr–$38/hr
Program : Complex Care - 4 North** POSITION TYPE : Permanent, Full-time, Rotation (Day/Night), 75 hours / pay period, 1.0 FTE - 12 hour shifts SALARY SCALE : $37.323 to $38.663 per hour CLOSING DATE : 2026 - 08 - 18* Why…
Skills: Nursing care, Medication administration, Wound care, Respiratory care, Patient-centered care
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$52k–$56k/yr
Job Title: Relay for Life Youth Fundraising Specialist Vacancies: This posting is for (1) new role. Location: Ottawa, ON (Detailed office location information can be found by visiting this link: https://cancer.ca/en/cont…
Skills: Fundraising, Sales, Customer service, Relationship management, Public speaking
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Remote OK
$60k–$74k/yr
About Food Banks Canada At Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and…
Skills: Policy Research, Advocacy, Government Relations, Legislative Analysis, Project Management
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$43k–$54k/yr
Resident Engagement Manager Aspira Bearbrook Retirement Living Rate of Pay: $43,055 - $53,819 This posting is for an existing vacancy At Sienna Senior Living, our commitment to enhancing the daily lives of our residents …
Skills: Leadership, Budget management, Program development, Event planning, Communication
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Resident Attendant Retirement Name: Aspira Wildpine Retirement Living Rate of Pay: $19.11 This posting is for an existing vacancy. Schedule: Thurs: 4p-8p Tues: 4p-8p Fri: 4p-8p Sat: 4p-8p Sun: 4p-8p Mon: 4p-8p At Sienna …
Skills: Resident care, First aid, CPR, Food handling, Housekeeping
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Overview The YMCA is a charity that has been helping Canadians improve their lives since the first Y opened in 1851. Y programs are offered at more than 1,700 locations across Canada and help more than 2.25 million peopl…
Skills: Aquatics supervision, Lifeguarding, Staff scheduling, Performance management, Staff training
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Carlingwood Retirement Community - Activity Assistant Part Time - 9am-4pm - $20.94/hr 30 hours bi-weekly Existing Vacancy Riverstone Retirement Communities is a locally owned and operated company. We believe that everyon…
Skills: Recreation planning, Leisure services, Leadership, Animation skills, Organizational skills
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Hybrid
$94k–$106k/yr
Vacancy Status: Existing Vacancy Branch: Regional Offices Branch (ROB) Employment Type: Indeterminate, Full time Position Linguistic Designation: Bilingual (English, French) Position Global Linguistic Level: C1 Classific…
Skills: Administrative services, Secretarial duties, Clerical responsibilities, Microsoft Word, Spreadsheets
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$20/hr–$27/hr
Who We Are Carefor is Eastern Ontario’s largest home care and community support services not-for-profit, with over 1,200 employees operating in Eastern Counties, Ottawa, and Pembroke-Renfrew County. The founding chapter …
Skills: Personal support, Dementia care, Memory care, Client assessment, Documentation
Ontario Native Women's Association (ONWA)Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$50k–$55k/yr
Why make ONWA your career choice? Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is …
Skills: Social services, Case management, Home visiting, Crisis support, Advocacy
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Wage per hour $19.84 Cogir Senior Living manages retirement residences across the country. We offer a range of senior living options including independent living, assisted living and memory care. For over 25 years, we ha…
Skills: Housekeeping, Sanitization, Floor care, Steam cleaning, Communication
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$28/hr–$45/hr
Career Opportunity Position Title: Clinic Nurse Classification: Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) Registered Nurse (RN) Job Type: Casual Department: Primary Health Care Location: Eccles & Rosemount Reporting to: Manager, …
Skills: Nursing assessments, Triage, Immunizations, Wound care, Ear syringing
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 · On-site
$37/hr–$38/hr
Program : Complex Care - 4 North** POSITION TYPE : Permanent, Full-time, Rotation (Day/Evening), 75 hours / pay period, 1.0 FTE SALARY SCALE : $37.323 to $38.663 per hour CLOSING DATE : 2026 - 08 - 17* Why should I join …
Skills: Nursing care, Medication administration, Wound care, Respiratory care, Patient-centered care
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
$37/hr–$38/hr
Program : Complex Care - 4 North** POSITION TYPE : Permanent, Full-time, Rotation (Day/Night), 75 hours / pay period, 1.0 FTE - 12 hour shifts SALARY SCALE : $37.323 to $38.663 per hour CLOSING DATE : 2026 - 08 - 17* Why…
Skills: Nursing care, Medication administration, Patient-centered care, Communication, Organizational skills
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
How you will make an impact: You will be responsible for supporting our daily operations with a wide range of tasks such as cleaning, food preparation, serving meals, and dishwashing. Final compensation will be determine…
Skills: Cleaning, Food preparation, Dishwashing, Housekeeping, Meal service
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · On-site
Riverpath Retirement Community - Bus Driver Full Time - $19.19/hr - 56 hours bi-weekly ***F License Required Existing Vacancy Riverstone Retirement Communities is a locally owned and operated company. We believe that eve…
Skills: Bus driving, Vehicle inspection, Passenger assistance, Route planning, Emergency response
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada • Remote OK
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The Officer supports the planning and execution of government relations strategies, advocacy campaigns, and stakeholder engagement activities. They work closely with elected officials, public servants, and the food bank network to advance policies that address poverty and food insecurity.
Candidates must have an undergraduate degree and at least 4 years of relevant experience in government relations, advocacy, or public policy. A strong understanding of Canadian government systems and eligibility for federal lobbyist registration are required.
About Food Banks Canada
At Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and bolster their critical efforts. Through diligent research, we delve into the root causes of food insecurity, devising actionable solutions informed by our findings as we work to create a Canada where no one goes hungry.
In 2024, Waterstone Human Capital recognized our workplace for embodying one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures of the year. This distinction highlights best-in-class Canadian organizations with cultures that have helped them enhance performance. For us, performance means advancing our mission and achieving organizational goals collaboratively with a team that is happy, healthy and engaged.
Our efforts and impact are expanding, and we're opening doors for passionate, teamwork-driven professionals in search of a career that's both meaningful and captivating. Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset for all our roles at Food Banks Canada as we support Canadians across the country.
About the Role
Reporting to the Vice President, Advocacy and Research, the Officer, Government Relations and Advocacy supports the planning and execution of government relation strategies, advocacy campaigns, stakeholder engagement activities, and network advocacy initiatives. The Officer, Government Relations and Advocacy is responsible for supporting Food Banks Canada’s government relations and advocacy initiatives in collaboration with the food bank network and external stakeholders. This role works with elected officials, political staff, public servants, provincial associations, the food bank network, and sector partners to advance long-term solutions that reduces poverty and food insecurity in Canada.
What You Will Be Doing
Support the planning and execution of Food Banks Canada’s government relations and advocacy strategies
Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, political staff, public servants across all levels of government, and external stakeholders
Monitor federal, provincial, territorial, municipal, and Indigenous government activities relevant to Food Banks Canada’s priorities
Track legislation, parliamentary activity, government consultations, budgets, and policy announcements
Support the VP, Advocacy & Research with the planning and execution of advocacy campaigns that raise awareness of food insecurity and poverty and advance policy change
Coordinate meetings and engagement opportunities with elected officials, political staff, and government representatives
Support the VP, Advocacy & Research with the planning and execution of advocacy events, network engagement activities, and Days of Action
Support the VP, Advocacy & Research with the development of advocacy training, resources, and tools for food banks and provincial associations
Monitor and report on advocacy training, resources, and tools for food banks and provincial associations
Support compliance with all applicable lobbying and reporting requirements
Other duties as assigned
What You Will Need
Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent, preferably in political science, public administration, communications, or a related field
Minimum 4 years’ relevant experience in government relations, advocacy, politics, public affairs, stakeholder relations, or public policy
Experience working with government stakeholders or elected officials
Experience working in federal Canadian politics with a strong understanding of Canadian government and political systems
Knowledge of parliamentary processes, government decision-making, and public policy development
Eligible to be registered as a federal lobbyist
Experience working in an association or non-profit environment is considered an asset
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy including strong proofreading skills
Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset
Working Conditions
Full-time, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work
The position is home-based and must be located within 100/km of Ottawa, ON
Occasional travel within Canada will be required
Application Information:
If this opportunity to work with an exciting, growing, national non-profit appeals to you, please apply with your cover letter and resume. Additional information on this role can be found in the full job description and benefits information in the FBC brochure.
Applications will be accepted for this vacant position until the end of the day on Friday August 21st, 2026.
We look forward to hearing from and connecting with you!
Food Banks Canada believes that diversity is the cornerstone of excellence within our team and mirrors the community we serve. We warmly invite candidates of all genders, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply. Committed to an accessible recruitment journey, Food Banks Canada ensures a barrier-free experience. Should you be approached for a job opportunity, please reach out to [email protected] if you require accommodations.
We thank all those who apply but only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.
Our recruitment process relies on human review. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, select, or assess candidates.
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