Senior Advocacy and Public Affairs Advisor
Competition #: 2026-EXT-21
Posting date: October 6, 2026
Closing date: November 3, 2026
Duration: One year (with the possibility of an extension or becoming permanent)
Classification level: Level 5
Salary: $116,641 – $143,957
Number of positions: 1
Status: Unionized
Position Summary
The Senior Advocacy and Public Affairs Advisor leads CAPE’s advocacy and government relations portfolio, developing strategy, identifying policy objectives as well as key advocacy and lobbying opportunities. They also keep CAPE members abreast of relevant and useful developments in the labour policy landscape.
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How to Apply
To be considered for this position, applicants must submit the following documents to rh-hr@acep-cape.ca by November 3, 2026:
- A cover letter outlining how their education, experience, and competencies meet the requirements of the position; and
- an up-to-date résumé/curriculum vitae.
Applicants are encouraged to clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet the following key qualifications:
- a university undergraduate degree in communications, public affairs, government relations, political or social sciences or related discipline, and relevant experience with NGOs, interest groups, government agencies or unions;
- experience providing advice to senior management and leading research, strategy, planning, and campaign development and implementation;
- experience conducting stakeholder landscape analyses, developing stakeholder engagement plans, and managing policy advocacy and government relations communications activities;
- experience conducting impact assessments and reporting results;
- experience campaigning the Canadian government and political parties to advance social and/or labour issues;
- strong organizational, project management and critical thinking skills; and
- bilingual proficiency in English and French.
Format and Submission:
- Submit your application as a single PDF file containing both your cover letter and resume.
- Indicate “Application – 2026-Ext-21” in the subject line of your email.
