Full Job Description
You will...
- Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships across Parliament, key federal ministries (e.g., Transport Canada, ISED), and all relevant provincial/territorial governments.
- Track all relevant provincial and federal legislation and regulation and ensure Waabi's priorities are integrated into legislative and regulatory processes.
- Build out a program to increase financial and operational support from the Canadian government.
- Represent Waabi within key Canadian industry associations and coalitions, driving consensus and proactively shaping coalition policy positions on critical issues.
- Lead and oversee the drafting and submission of regulatory comments on federal and provincial rule-makings.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all Canadian policy matters, reporting key developments and strategic recommendations to the Head of Policy.
Qualifications:
- Proven track record working with federal and provincial ministries, including both political and civil service staff.
- Deep legislative and regulatory know-how at both the provincial and federal levels.
- Experience serving as a direct ambassador to Parliamentary offices, relevant federal/provincial ministry officials, and industry association leadership.
- 10+ years of experience in Canadian government relations or public policy.
- Tech or transportation industry experience.
Nice to have:
- Familiarity with Autonomous Vehicle (AV) policy within the trucking or robotaxi industries.
The CAD yearly salary range for this role is: $190,000 - $230,000 CAD in addition to competitive perks & benefits. Waabi CAD Inc.'s yearly salary ranges are determined based on several factors in accordance with the Company's compensation practices. Note: The Company provides additional compensation for employees in this role, including equity incentive awards and an annual performance bonus.
Perks/Benefits:
- Competitive compensation and equity awards
- Health and Wellness benefits encompassing Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- Unlimited Vacation
- Flexible hours and Work from Home support
- Daily drinks, snacks and catered meals (when in office)
- Regularly scheduled team building activities and social events both on-site, off-site & virtually
- As we grow, this list continues to evolve!
Waabi is a technology start-up building technologies to transform the way the world moves. Join our talented team to be a part of the future and to make an impact!