Regional Director, Government Relations (Saskatchewan)

Job Description

<p><h3>Overview</h3><p>Regional Director, Government Relations (Saskatchewan) – Canadian Credit Union Association (CCUA). Base pay range: <b>$100,400.00/yr - $125,500.00/yr</b>.</p><p>Reporting to the Vice President, Government Relations (GR), this role is responsible for advocating on behalf of Saskatchewan credit unions with governments at all levels, with a strong focus on the provincial level. Build and maintain relationships with government leaders, members, and sector partners to benefit and strengthen the credit union system.</p><h3>Responsibilities</h3><ol><li><b>Build and maintain strong relationships with credit unions</b><ul><li>Build and maintain relationships with credit unions across the province to strengthen and advance the advocacy agenda.</li><li>Coordinate and prepare communications to keep members informed about government relations issues, including briefing materials for meetings, teleconferences, emails, and weekly GR updates.</li><li>Identify opportunities for credit unions to provide input on emerging issues and present government relations items at sector meetings.</li><li>Liaise with regional credit union groups, meetings and events; act as primary point of contact for members in the region/province.</li></ul></li><li><b>Regional government relations management</b><ul><li>Lead CCUA’s government relations strategies and activities in Saskatchewan.</li><li>Monitor legislative, regulatory and political activities; identify issues of consequence to credit unions.</li><li>Foster relationships with federal and provincial legislators to highlight the sector’s economic importance and advance objectives.</li><li>Develop submissions on behalf of the credit union sector to influence public policy and regulation; respond to government consultations and opportunities to pro-actively shape policy.</li><li>Create networking opportunities or leverage events so credit union representatives can meet key legislators.</li><li>Manage one full-time staff member who reports to this position.</li></ul></li><li><b>Enhance regional grassroots advocacy support</b><ul><li>Promote and develop grassroots government relations capacity within the region.</li><li>Collaborate with CCUA’s Manager of Federal GR to implement national advocacy strategies regionally.</li><li>Design regional advocacy strategies to advance provincial priorities; liaise with credit union representatives to influence participation in national and provincial advocacy activities.</li><li>Work with regional staff to deliver consistent CCUA messaging and advocacy efforts.</li><li>Prepare regional advocacy materials and briefing notes for legislators and external stakeholders.</li></ul></li><li><b>Manage CCUA’s resources for the region/province</b><ul><li>Provide leadership to the regional GR team, including coaching and performance management.</li><li>Lead planning and execution of government relations initiatives; oversee budgets for regional staff and contractors; participate in regional hiring when required.</li></ul></li><li><b>People Management and Leadership</b><ul><li>Lead and support staff through performance management, role clarity, and professional development; foster an inclusive, accountable, and high-performing work environment.</li></ul></li></ol><h3>Qualifications</h3><ul><li><b>Education</b><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in public policy, public administration, business, or law.</li></ul></li><li><b>Experience</b><ul><li>5+ years in political, government relations, or public policy roles.</li><li>Minimum 5 years in a people management role.</li></ul></li><li><b>Qualifications, Certifications or Designations</b><ul><li>Strong written and oral communication skills; ability to distill complex policy ideas into plain language.</li><li>In-depth understanding of how governments function; strong provincial network in Saskatchewan.</li><li>Ability to work across party lines and independently; strong organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li></ul></li></ul><h3>Other Information</h3><ul><li><b>Working Conditions / Travel</b><ul><li>Flexible location with access to downtown Regina office; periodic interprovincial travel required. Travel planned and supported by the organization.</li></ul></li><li><b>Start Date</b><ul><li>The target start date is Monday, October 13, 2025.</li></ul></li><li><b>Position Details</b><ul><li>Full-time, Permanent.</li><li>Salary range: $100,400 – $125,500, based on a 35-hour week; salary commensurate with education/experience.</li><li>Location: Flexible work location with access to Regina office.</li><li>Closing Deadline: September 26, 2025 (11:59 PM EDT).</li></ul></li></ul><h3>Equity and Contact</h3><p>CCUA is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from qualified candidates. Recruitment accommodations available upon request. We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.</p></p>
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