Director, Policy & Research

Application Deadline

January 11, 2025

Position

Director, Policy & Research, Sustainability

Employment Type

Permanent

Compensation

• Salary: $127,380 – $169,838 annually (based on qualifications and experience) plus a performance‑based incentive.

Location

• Hybrid work: required to work from an EDC office 3 days per week. Locations include Ottawa, Toronto, Mississauga, Montreal, Brossard, or Laval.
• Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates.

About EDC

Export Development Canada (EDC) is a financial Crown corporation that empowers Canadian businesses to succeed globally by providing innovative financial solutions and expert insights.

Why Join EDC

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Work‑life balance with hybrid options, paid vacation, corporate closure periods, and flexible Fridays.
• Continuous learning opportunities, including training programs, workshops, and language training.
• Diverse and inclusive workplace championing employment equity and diversity of ideas.
• Wellness programs, mental health support, and fitness initiatives.
• Community engagement opportunities through volunteer programs and social responsibility initiatives.

Team Overview

We are seeking a Director of Policy & Research for the Sustainability Team to strengthen EDC’s environmental and social (E&S) risk‑management practices and lead the development and execution of E&S commitments.

What You Will Be Doing

• Lead the development, implementation, and oversight of EDC’s ESRM policy suite and E&S positions.
• Draft and issue insights papers on key E&S trends and topics.
• Advise VPs and senior executives on E&S risk management, emerging topics, and policy implications.
• Identify relevant public‑policy trends, regulatory impacts, and anticipate emerging challenges.
• Provide industry research and analysis to internal stakeholders.
• Engage on developing international best practices and standards through Equator Principles, OECD Practitioners Group, and Shift Financial Institutions Circle.
• Maintain and develop E&S risk‑management models.
• Support complex financing transactions and due‑diligence practices in collaboration with the ESRM team.
• Integrate E&S considerations into business initiatives across functions.
• Contribute to human‑rights and climate reports and the Integrated Annual Report.
• Collaborate with the Director of Climate and Sustainable Finance and the Global Risk Management team on environmental and social risk assessment.
• Manage development of human‑rights and environmental metrics and public reporting with the Director of Sustainability Reporting & Outreach.
• Engage external stakeholders and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs).
• Educate employees and management on E&S‑related topics.
• Set team priorities and plans, monitor progress, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions.

What We Are Looking For

• Undergraduate degree in Policy, Human Rights, Environmental Science, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years in a policy or risk function, preferably in the financial sector.
• Strong understanding of banking / financial products.
• Experience leading large‑organization E&S risk‑management initiatives and policy development.
• Experience leading cross‑functional working groups on policy, research, and communication.
• Strong project‑management skills.
• Minimum 5 years of organizational leadership experience.
• Excellent relationship‑building and influence management skills with senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to inspire and mobilize teams.
• Ability to align and adjust milestones and targets for continuous progress.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and presentation).
• Bilingual in English and French.

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Master’s degree in Sustainability, Human Rights, Environmental / Climate, Finance, or related field.
• MBA.
• Experience with climate and sustainable finance methodologies (e.g., TCFD, SBTi, NGFS, ICMA Principles).
• Knowledge of sustainable finance frameworks (green, social, sustainability, transition, KPI) and climate accounting frameworks (e.g., PCAF, GHG Protocol).

Eligibility

• EDC is committed to fair employment practices and prefers candidates who are able to work legally in Canada (Canadian citizens or permanent residents). Candidates must meet government security‑screening requirements.
• The position is open to those who meet all essential criteria and whose applications are received by the closing date.

Ready to Make a Difference?

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

EDC's Commitment to Employment Equity

Export Development Canada is dedicated to fostering employment equity and building a diverse workforce. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment that respects people from all cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. At EDC, we nurture a culture of inclusion and belonging where everyone has equal opportunity to grow, develop, succeed, and be their truest selves. We actively encourage applications from women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet all requirements. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at EDC; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within EDC. Should you require accommodation during the recruitment and selection process, please contact the Recruitment team at

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