Job Description

Detailed Job Description
Located on the southwest coast of British Columbia, the Port of Vancouver extends from Roberts Bank and the Fraser River up to and including Burrard Inlet. Its jurisdiction includes more than 16,000 hectares of water, more than 1,500 hectares of land and hundreds of kilometres of shoreline, bordering 16 municipalities and intersecting the traditional territories and treaty lands of more than 35 Coast Salish First Nations. The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is an arm’s-length federal agency responsible for the shared stewardship of the lands and waters that make up the Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest port. Our mandate, as outlined in the Canada Marine Act , is to enable Canada’s trade objectives on behalf of all Canadians, ensuring goods are moved safely through the Port of Vancouver, while protecting the environment and considering local communities.
A pivotal and transformative role exists at one of Canada’s most crucial, economic enablers. The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority is seeking a new Vice President, Government Relations and External Affairs, who will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction on all government, First Nations programs and external affairs activities. This position will play a key role in the strategic planning process by enhancing and protecting the image and reputation of the port authority with all levels of government and First Nations partners, industry, media and the public.
To lead this portfolio in a manner that supports the port authority’s strategic goals, the Vice President, Government Relations and External Affairs (“vice president”) will be a forthright and transparent leader who values collaboration. Possessing excellent communication and public speaking skills to effectively interface with all contacts including all levels of business, government and the public, the vice president will represent the port authority as a dynamic organization prepared to seize opportunities as a world-class port. They will bring a best-in-class customer service orientation while managing a diverse portfolio. The vice president will also demonstrate effective decision-making and strategic planning, while fostering the development of these competencies in the port authority’s emerging leaders.
If this is the next step in your professional career, please click here and submit your application to Shelina Esmail shelina@pfmsearch.com and Jennifer Madden jennifer@pfmsearch.com.

Job Tags

Local area,

Similar Jobs

The Clorox Company

Sr. Sales. Analyst Job at The Clorox Company

...business metrics including but not limited to: weekly/monthly POS and business reporting vs targets, tracking daily/weekly shipments, Nielsen category/item performance, share tracking, retail price audits, ecommerce performance & contribution, promotional, distribution and...

Pursuit Aerospace

Manufacturing Engineer II Job at Pursuit Aerospace

...About Us As a global manufacturer of complex aircraft engine components, Pursuit Aerospace is founded on a commitment to relentless, continuous, operational improvement and extraordinary customer service. We pride ourselves on competitive cost structure, exceptional on-...

The Care Group

Casual Health Care Aide Job at The Care Group

...meaningful opportunity that gives you a higher purpose and enhances the lives of seniors and their families, choose your career at The Gardens Care Center. We honor diversity and inclusivity, and are proud to offer a safe work environment that fosters growth, teamwork and...

Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.

Mobile Security Officer - AZ Guard Card Preferred Job at Securitas Security Services USA, Inc.

...Mobile Security Officer - AZ Guard Card Preferred Full Time Former military / law enforcement encouraged to apply!! Location: Flagstaff... ...driving history, to be a great fit for this role! No experience? No problem! With a friendly and positive attitude we will...

Piper Sandler

Public Finance Investment Banking Analyst - Healthcare Job at Piper Sandler

...in partnership with others to achieve at a high level. About Our Public Finance Group We are a national public finance investment banking franchise with a diversified business focused on middle market issuers and specialty sector expertise. Our core business is partnering...

Vice-President, Government Relations and External Affairs Job at Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, Vancouver, BC

MzE0MkMvNmRVV2dIdkV2YWZBNnFseE1ZekE9PQ==