Director, Policy & Research

Director, Policy & Research

Organization : Export Development Canada (EDC) – Exportation et développement Canada

Application deadline : January 11, 2025

Position : Director, Policy & Research, Sustainability

Employment type : Permanent

Compensation : Salary $127,380 to $169,838 annually plus performance‑based incentive

Location : Hybrid – Ottawa or one of the Community Hubs in Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Brossard, Laval (3 days per week in office)

Why Join EDC

• Competitive compensation & benefits package
• Work‑life balance with hybrid work options, 3‑4 weeks paid vacation, corporate closure period, summer early Fridays & no meeting Fridays
• Professional development opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive workplace championing employment equity
• Wellness programs & community engagement

Team Overview

EDC is seeking a Director of Policy & Research for the Sustainability Team. The role will strengthen environmental & social (E&S) risk management practices, managing policies, standards, and research.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead development, implementation and oversight of EDC’s ESRM policy suite and E&S positions
• Draft and issue insights papers on key E&S trends
• Advise VPs and Senior Executives on E&S risk management, emerging topics, and policy implications
• Identify public policy trends, regulatory impacts and anticipate emerging challenges
• Provide research and analysis to internal stakeholders
• Engage on development of international best practices and standards
• Update, maintain and develop E&S risk management models
• Support complex financing transactions on due diligence
• Collaborate across business and corporate functions on E&S objectives and delivery
• Support content in human rights and climate reports, integrated annual report
• Work with Director of Climate and Sustainable Finance and Global Risk Management teams
• Manage development of human rights and environmental metrics and public reporting
• Engage with external stakeholders and Civil Society Organizations
• Educate employees and management on E&S topics
• Establish team priorities, plans, monitor progress, identify gaps and execute corrective actions

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum undergraduate degree in Policy, Human Rights, Environmental Science, Business or related field
• 10+ years in policy or risk function, preferably in the financial sector
• Experience leading E&S risk management within a large organization
• Experience leading cross‑functional working groups on policy, research and risk management deliverables
• Strong project management skills
• Minimum 5 years of organizational leadership experience
• Excellent relationship and influence management skills with senior leadership
• Strong interpersonal skills, inspiring, motivating team
• Ability to adjust milestones and targets
• Strong communication skills (verbal, presentation)
• Bilingual in both official languages (English & French)

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Master’s degree in Sustainability, Human Rights, Environmental / Climate, Finance or equivalent
• MBA
• Experience with climate and sustainable finance frameworks (TCFD, SBTi, NGFS, ICMA Principles)
• Understanding of sustainable finance frameworks (green, social, sustainability, transition, KPI) across issuers
• Understanding of climate accounting frameworks (PCAF, GHG Protocol)

Eligibility

EDC is committed to fair employment practices. Preference will be given to a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident able to work legally in Canada. Candidates must meet security screening requirements.

Ready to make a difference?

This is your chance to join a dynamic, growing team and leave your mark on our organization, development finance, and the world.

Apply today!

Apply now through the provided link.

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity

Export Development Canada (EDC) is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Applicants must demonstrate how they meet all requirements.

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