Job Description
At CN, everyday brings new and exciting challenges. You can expect an interesting environment where you’re part of making sure our business is running optimally and safely―helping keep the economy on track. We provide the kind of paid training and opportunities that long-term careers are built on and we recognize hard workers who strive to make a difference. You will be able to thrive in our close-knit, safety-focused culture working together as ONE TEAM. The careers we offer are meaningful because the work we do matters. Join us! Job Summary The incumbent is responsible for identifying, informing and solving complex community issues, and fostering positive relationships with local communities, as well as municipal, provincial and federal officials. The role works in a fast-paced environment either in a team or autonomously. The incumbent provides expertise for the whole region, as needed and supports the Senior Manager in delivering on the team’s overall mandate. The position is part of CN’s Stakeholder Relations Function, whose purpose is to grow and support CN’s people, business and reputation. Main Responsibilities Public Affairs Management · Develop positive relationships, seek endorsements and support from stakeholders, including mayors, councillors, provincial and federal elected officials, political staff, community leaders, organizations, and chambers of commerce · Manage internal development of CN’s public affairs position and approach to address issues, including working across departments and functions as ONE TEAM and seeking the appropriate approval · Manage issues with local communities (e.g. proximity, equipment and infrastructure) and communicate CN’s positions to elected officials and residents · Act as a trusted advisor to CN colleagues on Public Affairs matters by providing expertise on strategic projects · Prepare all aspects of communications, including planning events, drafting materials (e.g. speaking remarks, scenarios, memos, presentations) for public appearances of Senior Executives and colleagues from other business units · Provide advice on community sponsorships and donations and act as the public face of CN at sponsored virtual and in-person events · Actively use a digital platform to reach, record and monitor engagements with stakeholders · Act as secretary of CN’s B.C. Community Board, which oversees donations to local initiatives across the province Responsibilities Weights (%) for Job Evaluation · Public Affairs Management Working Conditions The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday and is eligible to participate in CN’s hybrid work model. Requirements Experience Public Affairs · Between 7 to 10 years of communications, public relations, politics or stakeholder engagement experience o Experience in project management and change management* *Any experience for these above would be considered as an asset Education/Certification/Designation · Bachelor’s degree in communications, Journalism, Political Science, Law, or equivalent · Valid Driver’s License CN Values (Expected Proficiency Levels) · We Care About Each Other – Promotes safe collaboration · We Strive for Excellence – Anticipates needs with hands-on insight application · We Succeed Together – Builds strong partnerships to drive results · We Lead Responsibly – Acts transparently and includes diverse voices Job Specific (Expected Proficiency Levels) · Stakeholder Management - Aligns priorities to resolve cross‑functional disputes · Public Speaking - Presents confidently to large, diverse audiences · Influence - Secures commitment with strong arguments and adaptability · Synthesize - Turns multi‑source findings into actionable output · Conflict Management - Prevents disputes and fosters constructive collaboration Technical Skills/Knowledge · Very strong writing and presentation skills · General Microsoft computer skills