Director, External Affairs

Final date to receive applications: Monday, June 22, 2026.

We are seeking a Director, External Affairs to build and lead a high-performing, integrated external affairs function.

Fin Dev Canada is entering a pivotal moment in its evolution. Following the Government of Canada’s renewed international climate finance commitment, the organization is being entrusted with a significantly expanded mandate, and the capital to deliver on it.

As the institution grows its balance sheet and visibility, it seeks closer and coordinated engagement with government, private sector investors, and a broader set of external stakeholders and thought leaders. External Affairs is an integrated external engagement function at Fin Dev Canada responsible end-to-end for how we understand, engage, and influence our stakeholders with one set of priorities, one narrative, and one coordinated approach.

It plays a central role in this growth phase for the organization, supporting leadership through a steady flow of high-impact government and media engagement, executive positioning, policy briefings, and major announcements on high-stakes stages.

The Director, External Affairs is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced professional, who brings structure, clarity, and momentum to a function evolving in both scope and impact. You will move seamlessly between strategy and execution: shaping clear, credible narratives; advising senior leadership; understanding the complexity of a diverse and growing investment portfolio; and ensuring the team consistently delivers thoughtful, high-quality work in a dynamic environment.

You are a strong communicator, able to translate multi-faceted strategy into concise, compelling, and politically attuned communications across mediums and audiences. You bring sound judgment, strong prioritization skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams. You are motivated by building strong teams, continuously improving how work gets done, and contributing to a culture that values excellence, clarity, and impact.

Team: Strategy & Engagement Team

Reports to:  Chief Strategy Officer

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Fin Dev Canada headquarters is in downtown Montreal. For the right candidate, Ottawa or Toronto will be considered, with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model, with a current requirement of three in-office days per week (subject to change).

Compensation Details

Salaries typically range from $129,928 – $173,235 annually, based on qualifications and experiences, plus a performance-based incentive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here 

• Impactful Work: We are driven by our mandate to promote sustainable and inclusive growth in emerging markets and developing economies. Every role contributes to creating a positive, lasting impact - for our clients, the markets we serve, and communities around the world.
• Inspiring Colleagues: Join a diverse and talented team from around the world that brings a wealth of experience, knowledge, and passion to everything we do. We believe strong results come from strong partnerships - working together, sharing perspectives, and building trust to achieve shared goals.
• Our Core Values: Our culture is anchored in Collaboration, Agility, Impact, and Respect. We work together across diverse teams, embrace change and innovation, and stay focused on creating meaningful, sustainable impact - while treating one another with integrity, empathy, and respect.
• Perks and Benefits: Our Total Rewards offering goes beyond a paycheck. We provide a comprehensive package designed to meet the diverse needs and life stages of our employees.

What You’ll Be Doing 

• Build and lead an integrated external engagement function that stewards Fin Dev Canada’s reputation, credibility, and influence across government, financial markets, and civil society, aligning communications, government relations, and stakeholder engagement into a single, high-performing capability.
• Shape and lead the organization’s approach to government engagement, managing the core relationships with Global Affairs Canada and driving proactive, strategic engagement across central agencies and Parliament, anticipating…