(Contract September 1 -March 30, 2027, renewable) Hybrid

Hope Air is a national charity founded in 1986, committed to the mission of equitable access to health care for Canadians, living in rural and under-served communities. Hope Air provide free flight, accommodation and airport Uber programs, to ensure all Canadians can access essential medical care, regardless of distance or cost. In 2025, Hope Air facilitated over 10,000 medical trips for patients and their caregivers, reducing barriers of distance and cost in reaching medically necessary care, far from home. Our mission is to bring health care within reach for all. Through our work, we deliver better health care outcomes for patients and support a more efficient health care system. Position Summary Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Government Relations Coordinator will support the implementation of Hope Air's government relations and advocacy strategy. Working closely with Hope Air senior leadership, this role will coordinate advocacy initiatives, build stakeholder relationships, support government engagement, and help execute public affairs and digital advocacy campaigns that advance the mission of Hope Air – equitable access to health care for low-income rural Canadians. Government Relations Support the implementation of Hope Air's government relations strategy. Support relationships with provincial and municipal officials, political staff, government officials and other key stakeholders, as required. Coordinate meetings with stakeholders. Prepare briefing notes, backgrounders and meeting materials, where requested. Monitor legislative, policy and budget developments. Advocacy Coordinate advocacy campaigns with the Hope Air communications department, aligned with Hope Air's priorities. Assist in the development of policy briefs, advocacy materials, and presentations. Track advocacy activities and measure results. Stakeholder Engagement Support relationships with other healthcare organizations, charities and community partners, as required Coordinate coalition meetings and stakeholder outreach. Identify opportunities for collaborative advocacy. Patient & Digital Advocacy Assist with the coordination of patient and supporter engagement initiatives. Help manage Hope Air's advocacy network. Support email campaigns, advocacy website content, and digital engagement. Coordinate advocacy events, where applicable. Communications Work with the leadership team to develop advocacy messaging. Draft web content and social media content, as required. Assist with media opportunities related to advocacy campaigns. Administration & Project Coordination Maintain stakeholder databases and government contact lists. Coordinate project timelines and campaign calendars. Prepare reports for the CEO as required. Support consultant and vendor coordination where required. Qualifications 3–5 years' experience in government relations, public affairs, political offices, communications, public policy or advocacy. Ideally in health care. Excellent writing and relationship-building skills. Strong organizational and project management abilities. Interest in healthcare and public policy. Experience working with governments, nonprofits or associations is an asset. Experience with digital advocacy tools, CRM systems, or email campaigns is an asset. Highly proficient in Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Contact management system experience is an asset Working at Hope Air $65,000-$80,000 on an annualized compensation equivalent with Benefits. Hybrid work arrangement An open and supportive team environment where your ideas are valued. Regular team-building activities and social events. Be part of a team of passionate staff, volunteers, and supporters dedicated to making a difference. Why Join Hope Air? Healthcare is universal in Canada—but access is not. Many Canadians must delay or forgo medical care due to travel costs. By joining Hope Air, you play a vital role in helping thousands access the care they need, when and where they need it.