ESG Policy Advisor

Application deadline: October 17^th 2025

Join the EDC Team!

At EDC we support Canadian businesses to succeed globally. We provide the financial tools and expertise they need to explore new markets reduce risks all towards the goal of making Canada and the world better through trade. #LI-Hybrid

Position: ESG Policy Advisor

Employment Type: Permanent

Compensation Details:

• Project Manager 17: Salaries typically range from $ 83037 to $ 110717 annually based on qualifications and experiences plus a performance-based incentive.

Location:

• Export Development Canada operates in a hybrid work environment currently requiring employees to work in the office 2 days per week. (subject to change)

• This role can be performed from EDCs headquarters in Ottawa or from one of our Community Hubs located in Toronto Mississauga Montreal Brossard Laval Calgary Edmonton Halifax or Vancouver.
• Relocation assistance is available for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria.

About EDC:

At Export Development Canada (EDC) we empower Canadian businesses to succeed globally. As a financial Crown corporation we offer innovative financial solutions and expert insights to help businesses explore new markets mitigate risks and achieve growth.

Why Join EDC

• Comprehensive Benefits: EDC offers a competitive compensation & benefits package work-life balance & the opportunity to help make Canada and the world better through trade.

• Work-Life Balance: EDC offers a competitive compensation package & work-life balance. We have hybrid work options 3 to 4 weeks paid vacation a corporate closure period summer early Fridays & no meeting Fridays.

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our continuous learning opportunities including training programs workshops and language training.

• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that champions employment equity & values diversity of ideas strengths & backgrounds to succeed.

• Wellness Programs: Access to wellness initiatives mental health support and fitness programs to keep you healthy and happy.

• Community Engagement: Participate in volunteer opportunities and give back to the community through our various social responsibility programs.

Team Overview:

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to work in the fast-evolving field of Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) Our ESG Policy & Research team is seeking to recruit a new Policy Advisor Governance to join our growing team. This individual will be responsible for portfolio-level Environmental & Social (E&S) risk management practices and processes provide oversight on the implementation of the E&S policies as well as support and/or lead on other E&S risk-related initiatives.

Reporting to the Director of ESG Policy & Research in the Corporate Sustainability Group the Policy Advisor Governance will work closely with the various ESG teams lines of business and the Global Risk Management (GRM) Group.

This role falls within our project management discipline. The candidate establishes implements and monitors the portfolio-level E&S risk management processes and deliverables ensures the resolution of audit recommendations and findings as well as provides overall oversight on E&S policy-level artifacts. Working with the Director the candidate will ensure that the ESG Policy & Research team has sufficient governance measures in place over its polices positions and standards and that these are being implemented maintained and monitored accordingly. The Policy Advisor - Governance will also work closely with GRM to ensure alignment with enterprise risk management practices.

What you will be doing:

• Establishes implements maintains and monitors oversight and governance processes for ESG policies positions and standards.
• Prepares quarterly reporting on E&S portfolio-level metrics and leads on continuous improvements to measures and analyses.
• Supports the Risk Program and Global Risk Management on E&S related outputs and deliverables.
• Responsible for the maintenance and update of the ESG Policy & Research teams documentation architecture.
• Coordinates and ensures resolution of recommendations and/or findings by Internal Audit and the Office of the Auditor General (OAG).
• Develops materials to support communication of ESG governance and risk management to internal stakeholders including executive audiences.
• Develops and manages strong working relationships and maintains open dialogue with key internal stakeholders including the lines of business ESG Advisory and GRM.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience (e.g. ESG sustainability risk management governance)
• Working knowledge of risk management principles and practices particularly for environmental and social risks ideally in a financial or corporate context

Familiarity with ESG reporting and metrics including portfolio-level analysis and continuous improvement practices.

• Knowledge of internal audit process and experience responding to audit findings or recommendations.

Experience establishing and maintaining governance processes and oversight mechanisms.

Skilled in documentation architecture management including version control and accessibility.

• Undergraduate degree in related discipline (e.g. environmental studies business public policy risk management)
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) and ability to build and manage relationships with internal stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy ability to multi-task and prioritize and ability to manage competing priorities and escalate issues effectively
• Ability to anticipate risks and capacity-related constraints
• Ability to work in a fast-paced evolving and cross-functional environment

What will make you stand out:

• Graduate degree
• Familiarity with international environmental and social standards such as the International Finance Corporations Performance Standards OECD Common Approaches and the Equator Principles
• Bilingual in both official languages (English and French

Eligibility:

• Eligibility: EDC is committed to Fair Employment Practices and preference will be given to a candidate who is able to work legally in Canada at the time of application (Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents). Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements. The position is open to those who meet all of the essential requirements stated above and whose applications are received by the closing date.

This position is open to individuals who meet all the essential criteria outlined above and submit their applications by the closing date. 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.

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EDCs Commitment to Employment Equity

Export Development Canada (EDC) 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 the requirements. We thank all applicants interest in a career at EDC; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that qualified candidates may be considered for similar roles at this level within EDC.

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