Al-Pac), is the largest single-line kraft pulp producer in North America, with an average annual production of 640,000 tonnes of high-quality pulp. Al-Pac is a leader in their industry since beginning operations in 1993, from their quality products, mill operations and responsible forest management practices, to the way the company grows and develops their team members and work with local communities. Al-Pac is continuously exploring new and innovative ideas, while delivering premium products with a commitment to strong environmental stewardship and corporate social responsibility. For further information about Al-Pac, please visit their website at The Supervisor, Government & Community Relations will report to the Director, Indigenous & Stakeholder Relations and Sustainability (ISRS) and will play a lead role in the development and implementation of government and community relations strategies and plans in support of the company's business objectives. This includes leading strategic engagement and advocacy with governments at the federal, provincial, and municipal level, working with forest sector industry associations, and collaborating with other internal business areas and subject matter experts to identify and respond to government relations matters. The Supervisor will also lead the Government & Community Relations business function to coordinate local community relations activities, and progress and support Al-Pac's community engagement efforts. In doing so, the Supervisor will work closely with the Indigenous Relations, Woodlands, and Peoples Services teams. The Supervisor will likely have two direct reports and will manage service contracts as required. Government Relations: Working with the Director, lead strategic engagement and advocacy with federal, provincial and municipal governments. Develop and execute government relations and advocacy strategies in support of Al-Pac's business objectives, collaborating with internal teams and subject matter experts as required. Build networks and effective relationships with government representatives, and support network building for key internal stakeholders. Proactively identify and provide informed recommendations on policy positions based on a thorough understanding of Al-Pac's business. Provide timely and insightful summaries and analyses of key legislative, regulatory, policy and other government related issues affecting the company. Effectively represent Al-Pac at events, meetings, industry associations, government organizations and other government relations activities. Provide direction, guidance, and best practice advice to internal stakeholders regarding government relations issues. Community Relations & Community Engagement Activities: Lead the business function to progress Al-Pac's engagement with local communities in alignment with Al-Pac's business objectives. Collaborate effectively with other business areas, including Indigenous Relations, Woodlands, and People Services, to initiate, coordinate and/or support community engagement activities. Community Investment Program: Manage Al-Pac's Community Investment Program in accordance with company policies, procedures, program guidelines, and other governance requirements. Apply a continuous improvement approach to evaluating the effectiveness of Al-Pac community investment activities and programs against the company's business objectives. Engage and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to develop effective government and community engagement strategies, plans, and activities in alignment with Al-Pac practices, accountabilities, and policies. Prepare documents using a variety of computer applications and tools, research, gather and summarize information and data, and develop reports, briefings, presentations, and information packages. Comply with the organization's policies, procedures, program guidelines and relevant regulatory requirements and codes of conduct to ensure individual work adheres to those standards. Comply with government policies, standards, and ethics with respect to government relations activities. Lead the Government & Community Relations business function in accordance with Al-Pac policies, processes, and best practices. Set work plans, annual goals, and performance and development plans for direct reports. Oversee day-to-day work and project assignments, planning, and scheduling. Carry out administrative approvals for direct reports in accordance with Al-Pac's approvals authorities. Post-secondary education, preferably in Political Science, Business, Public Policy, Public Administration, other social sciences, or a related field. 7-10 years professional experience in a corporate setting, preferably in the forest or natural resource development sectors. ~ In depth understanding of governments, and legislative and regulatory processes, at the federal, provincial and municipal levels. ~ Excellent understanding of the current political climate and issues across all levels of government. ~ Strong knowledge of regulation, ethics and standards related to lobbying and other government relations activities. ~ Established networks and relationships with government representatives. ~ Knowledge of community engagement drivers and best practices in the resource development sector. ~ Computer Skills – develops and supports business processes and workflows with systems acumen without supervision. Confidentiality – maintains organizational, business function and individual confidentiality and manages private, sensitive, and confidential information accordingly. Networks – effectively builds formal and informal relationships inside and outside of the organization. Planning & Organizing – plans, organizes, prioritizes, and manages activities to efficiently meet business objectives. Policy, Procedures & Regulation - works with guidance to interpret and understand policies, procedures, laws, and regulations. Strategic Planning – develops and implements action plans to achieve objectives, including timelines and resource needs. This position involves occasional travel to Al-Pac's mill site location. For the opportunity to join Alberta-Pacific Forest Industries Inc. in the role of Supervisor, Government & Community Relations, please email your resume to [email protected] Talent is a woman owned and operated business, recognized and certified by Women Business Enterprise (WBE). 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