Manager, Operations and Stakeholder Engagement

Job Title Manager, Operations and Stakeholder Engagement

Job Summary The Manager, Operations and Stakeholder Engagement is responsible for managing broad operational, governance, project management, stakeholder engagement, and communications functions in support of Business Future Pathways and the Taxonomy and Transition Planning Council. Reporting to the Director, Canada Climate Law Initiative, the Manager leads the day‑to‑day operational management of the Council’s work, including workplans, project timelines, governance processes, council and committee materials, stakeholder engagement activities, public consultation coordination, and communications required to support the Council’s mandate. The role acts as the primary stakeholder engagement lead and works closely with the Chair and Vice‑Chair, council members, advisory groups, research teams, and external stakeholders. The Manager provides governance and administrative leadership to support the Council and its Governance and Nominating Committee, ensures processes and records are managed effectively, and serves as a key point of contact for senior‑level individuals from the financial sector, academia, think tanks, regulators, standard setters, and international organizations.

Main Responsibilities Operations and Project Management (55%)

Manages day‑to‑day operational functions for the Council to support timely delivery of its mandate, including developing and maintaining the council’s workplan, project timelines, milestones, deliverables, council materials, decision briefs, follow‑up action items, and progress tracking.

Leads the coordination of complex concurrent timelines and communications related to the taxonomy and transition plan project, ensuring alignment with the contribution agreement with the federal government.

Manages the work of the Governance and Nominating Committee by developing and drafting governance processes and policies, maintaining committee records, preparing agendas with the Chair, liaising with council members, and providing advice to improve governance processes and stakeholder engagement.

Leads the work required to establish the permanent home of the taxonomy and transition plans, based on the future project plan approved by the Council, possibly working with legal and accounting firms and Canadian research organizations.

Maintains accurate and up‑to‑date governance records to ensure council members have timely access to required documentation and that relevant governance records are shared publicly as appropriate.

Provides operational and governance support to the chairs of advisory groups by coordinating meetings, developing memos, preparing agendas and materials, and liaising with advisory group members.

Prepares documents, reports, and materials required by the federal government, as defined in the contribution agreement.

Meets with the federal government, as required by the Director, to support project‑related requirements and communications.

Contributes to the continuous improvement of council processes, including governance, meeting, documentation, and stakeholder engagement processes.

Stakeholder Engagement and Communications (35%)

Acts as the primary liaison between the council, the Governance and Nominating Committee, the research team, the chairs of the respective advisory groups, and external stakeholders for internal communications, memos, and briefings.

Leads 1:1 and group meetings with senior leaders at the council and advisory group levels to build trusted and positive relationships with stakeholders from finance, climate, regulatory, standard setting, academic, think‑tank, and related sectors.

Manages public consultation project timelines and stakeholder outreach in collaboration with the Secretariat team and the research team, including identifying key stakeholders, defining scope and objectives, and organizing webinars.

Drafts, reviews, approves, and distributes key messages for the council and relevant stakeholders in collaboration with the Secretariat team, ensuring communications are aligned with the council’s strategic objectives and project timeline.

Supports media interactions and interviews involving the council chair, council members, and advisory groups by drafting media briefs and liaising with journalists.

Leads and manages planning for conferences, events, and roundtables involving council members, including strategic planning, event design, outreach, and partner liaison.

Supports the Secretariat team with communication and reputational risk mitigation efforts, including regularly evaluating potential risks and contributing to crisis management.

Other Responsibilities (10%)

Manages and oversees travel arrangements for council members, as needed.

Performs other related duties as required.

Supervision Reports to the Director of the Canada Climate Law Initiative. No direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Minimum of five years of related experience, or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrates willingness to respect diverse perspectives and a commitment to enhancing awareness, knowledge, and skills related to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Law, Business Administration, Public Administration, Governance, or a related field.

Knowledge of the Canadian sustainable finance ecosystem, including stakeholders, policies, regulations, standards, initiatives, latest research, and developments.

Demonstrated experience working with executive leaders and board members, or as a corporate governance professional in the public, private, or not‑for‑profit sector.

Excellent written, oral communication, facilitation skills.

Strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills, with ability to build relations at all levels.

Sound judgement, initiative, and discretion in dealing with confidential or highly sensitive information.

Ability to communicate and interact effectively with a wide range of staff and professionals and maintain composure under pressure.

Ability to organize the sequence and allocation of responsibilities for complex operations.

Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset.

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