Manager, Policy & Stakeholder Engagement (3-Year Term)

The Canadian Pharmacists Association (CPhA) is actively recruiting for a Manager, Policy & Stakeholder Engagement to join our Public & Professional Affairs department.

We are a fully remote workforce and are looking for someone who is able to be fully productive, efficient and effective in a remote environment.

This is a three-year term position with the possibility of extension based on organizational needs and performance.

Job Summary

The Manager, Policy & Stakeholder Engagement will play a critical role in shaping pharmacy and health policy, fostering strategic relationships, and ensuring effective communication with key stakeholders.

A key component of this role will be supporting CPhA’s engagement with senior leaders in pharmacy through the Pharmacy Business Council, ensuring meaningful discussions on policy issues. This position will also support communications geared toward CPhA’s key partners, including pharmacy organizations, regulators, and industry interest holders.

Duties and Tasks

The Manager, Policy & Stakeholder Engagement is responsible for, but not limited to:

Policy Development & Analysis:

• Leading the development of policy positions on key pharmacy and health care issues.
• Monitoring legislative and regulatory developments at the federal and provincial levels, assessing their impact on pharmacy.
• Conducting research and analysis on health policy issues affecting pharmacists and patients in Canada.
• Drafting policy papers, briefing notes, consultation submissions, and strategic recommendations that reflect stakeholder concerns and priorities.

Stakeholder Engagement & Strategic Communications:

• Leading and supporting policy-focused engagement with pharmacy organizations, industry partners, regulators, and other key stakeholders to advance CPhA’s advocacy priorities.
• Supporting CPhA’s National Pharmacy Business Council and Advocacy Committee by coordinating stakeholder input, preparing materials, and contributing strategic insights to guide discussions on national pharmacy policy and business issues.
• Collaborating with the communications team to craft clear, impactful messaging that aligns with policy positions and resonates with key audiences.
• Developing briefing notes, presentations, and reports to support stakeholder meetings, advocacy campaigns, and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in public policy, political science, business administration, health administration, communications, or a related field.

Experience

Relevant and sufficient experience in policy development, stakeholder engagement, preferably in health care, pharmacy, or a related sector, commensurate with the level of Manager.

Skills

• Exceptional policy analysis and research skills, with experience developing policy recommendations.
• Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly in developing policy and stakeholder-facing materials.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to coordinate high-level meetings and manage multiple priorities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to align multiple interests.
• Bilingualism is a strong asset.

· Ability to display a commitment to and advocate for diversity and inclusion

Salary Range

$70,000 – $85,000

Why CPhA

· The work we do makes a difference in people’s lives.

· We’re a group of people who are passionate about the health and well-being of all. We take our work seriously, but we still take time to share a good laugh.

· We care about your health and well-being. CPhA pays for your medical/dental benefits, Employee Assistance Plan and provides regular wellness sessions and resources

· We care about your financial health. CPhA provides a pension plan with matching contributions and access to a financial advisor.

· We care about your work-life balance. CPhA offers generous paid time off and our office is closed between Christmas and New Years.

How to Apply

· If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, we invite you to present your resume along with cover letter, in confidence, to careers@pharmacists.ca. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

· If you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform Human Resources

· While we appreciate all interested applicants, only those individuals who are legally permitted to work in Canada will be considered

· At the Canadian Pharmacists Association, we recognize, value and celebrate diversity, inclusion and equity. Our Diversity & Inclusion Framework is embedded in all our processes, policies and employee initiatives.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $70,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Remote