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Director, Agriculture Policy (Fixed Term Contract)

Director, Agriculture Policy (Fixed Term Contract)

0000050007 Royal Bank of Canada • Toronto, ON, Canada
4 days ago
Job type
  • Temporary
Job description

What is the opportunity?

This is an 18 month Fixed Term Contract. The Director, Agriculture Policy will lead RBC’s platform to advance real‑economy thinking on agriculture transition. Reporting to the Head, RBC Climate Action Institute, this senior leader will shape national dialogue, inform policy, and mobilise action to support Canada’s ambition through rigorous research, influential partnerships, and bold convening. The Institute plays a unique role at the intersection of business, government and community, demonstrating RBC’s leadership on agriculture and advancing credible, solutions‑oriented insights to accelerate Canada’s transition to a more sustainable, competitive and inclusive economy.

What will you do?

  • Set the strategic direction for the Institute, aligning its mission with RBC’s broader commitments.
  • Demonstrate RBC’s leadership on agriculture through the development of high‑impact research and insights on the transition and advancements in agriculture, including clean technology, transition finance, regulatory shifts and sectoral decarbonisation.
  • Convene and lead business leaders, policymakers, academics and innovators to unlock new thinking and forge pragmatic pathways in agriculture.
  • Engage in key public forums, summits and media to represent RBC’s thought leadership on agriculture transformation.
  • Collaborate across RBC’s agriculture strategy, business, economics, sustainability, thought leadership and industry teams to elevate RBC’s impact and reach.
  • Foster a culture of intellectual curiosity, collaboration and public purpose.

What do you need to succeed?

Must‑have

  • 8+ years in energy transition, climate policy, public affairs, sustainability or related domains.
  • Proven track record of leading complex, cross‑sectoral initiatives with measurable impact.
  • Exceptional communicator, writer and public thinker – comfortable shaping opinion and driving dialogue.
  • Deep knowledge of Canada’s climate policy landscape, industrial sectors and transition pathways.
  • Strategic leader with the ability to balance thought leadership with practical execution.

Nice‑to‑have

  • Experience with business and agriculture strategy or within financial services, government or research organisations.
  • Background in economics, energy systems, environmental policy or innovation strategy.

What’s in it for you?

  • A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation.
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and high‑performing team.
  • Opportunities to do challenging work.
  • Flexible work/life balance options.

Job Skills

Budgeting, Business Analytics, Business Process Design, Conflict Management, Effectiveness Measurement, Group Problem Solving, Industry Knowledge, Interpersonal Relationships, Oral Communications, Research and Development Operations

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