External Relations Officer​/Executive Assistant

Position: External Relations Officer / Executive Assistant
Location: Riding Mountain (Neepawa)

External Relations Officer / Executive Assistant
410 9th St, Brandon, MB R7A 6A2, Canada

Job Description
Posted Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 6:00 AM | Expires Friday, June 19, 2026 at 5:59 AM

External Relations Officer/ Executive Assistant

Term – Up to 18 months

Please apply with a cover letter and resume online.

Position

Conditions:

This is a full-time, up to eighteen (18) month term position, of 36.25 hours per week. This position is not part of a collective agreement and is open to all interested parties. The City of Brandon reserves the right to underfill this position. Should the incumbent not return to the position, this term may become permanent.

The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.

NOTE:

The City of Brandon requires proof of mandatory qualifications. Please ensure these documents are attached when completing your application.

NOTE:

The successful applicants must pass a Criminal Record Check and Background Check.

Rate of Pay:  $83,084.86- $89,645.17 (2026 Rates)

Closing Date:  11:59pm on June 18, 2026.

This competition will include testing and an interview.

Purpose of Position
Working directly with the Mayor of the City of Brandon and City Manager, the External Relations Officer/Executive Assistant is passionate about public service and collaboration to achieve the goals of the government entity. The incumbent supports the City’s strategic priorities by advancing relationships with diverse levels of governments, municipal partners, provincial and federal departments, and key external organizations. The Incumbent is also responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation of the Office of the Mayor.

In this key role, the individual will be responsible for a wide range of complex and confidential administrative duties in a dynamic municipal environment.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities

Supports the City’s intergovernmental relations activities to advance Council and organizational priorities.

Acts as a liaison between various levels of government, including federal, state, and municipal.

Monitors federal, provincial, and municipal policy, legislation, and funding opportunities.

Leads or supports the development of advocacy positions, submissions, briefing notes, and research materials.

Coordinates the City’s responses to intergovernmental inquiries and partnership proposals.

Supports relationship building and collaboration with Indigenous governments and communities.

Clearly communicates the policies and goals of the government to stakeholders and policymakers.

Responsible for coordinating and maintaining relationships between different levels and branches of government.

Ensure that communication between government agencies and other stakeholders is clear and effective.

Build and maintain relationships with other government agencies and organizations to support strategic goals and initiatives.

Develop strategies to implement government policies and initiatives at the local level.

Monitors legislation and regulations impacting government policies and objectives.

Provides advice to government officials on intergovernmental issues and policy implications.

Prepares and delivers presentations on government policies and initiatives to various audiences.

Facilitates intergovernmental coordination to streamline decision-making processes.

Coordinates meetings, conferences, and other events related to intergovernmental affairs.

Represents the City on committees, forums, and working groups.

Prepare confidential and public reports.

Conducts research on government initiatives and emerging issues.

Maintains tracking tools for policy changes and engagement requests.

Provides support services for special projects

Performing executive administrative functions, including public relation matters on behalf of the Mayor.

Acting as a liaison with the political offices, the general public, community organizations and stakeholders, as well as the City Manager.

Managing positive relationships with the general public, community organizations, Council, city staff, and other stakeholders.

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