About Us

Homeward Public Affairs is one of Canada’s fastest-growing government relations firms. We launched in 2024 with a mission: help organizations doing meaningful work move government, influence policy, and make this country a better place to live and do business.

Our team works across sectors including housing, health, Indigenous economic development, and workforce development. We work closely with nonprofits, Indigenous communities, municipalities, and mission-driven organizations to navigate government and advance major initiatives.

We’re building a firm that combines strategic government relations with thoughtful public engagement, policy insight, and convening power. As we continue to grow, we’re looking for someone who wants to help support how our ideas, work, and insights are shared with the broader public policy ecosystem.

 

The Opportunity

We’re hiring an Engagement and Communications Coordinator to support Homeward’s public-facing communications and engagement initiatives.

This role focuses on coordinating communications activities, managing digital platforms, and helping ensure that Homeward’s ideas and insights are clearly and consistently shared with the broader public policy community.

 

You will work closely with the firm’s leadership and team to support communications initiatives, coordinate public-facing content, and assist with the development of new platforms that showcase Homeward’s work and network of experts.

 

This is a coordination-focused role that emphasizes organization, attention to detail, and strong communication skills.

This role will play an important part in ensuring that Homeward’s work is consistently translated into clear, high-quality communications and shared effectively with the audiences we engage.

It may be particularly appealing to someone who has worked in a political office, government relations environment, or communications role and is interested in applying those skills in the private sector.

 

What You’ll Do

Communications Coordination

You will help coordinate Homeward’s public-facing communications and ensure our work is shared clearly and consistently.

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinating Homeward’s social media presence and scheduling posts across platforms
• Drafting, formatting, and organizing communications materials
• Supporting the preparation and publication of articles, commentary, and policy insights
• Monitoring Homeward’s public-facing communications channels (including social media, newsletters, and digital platforms) to ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality
• Helping maintain a high standard for how Homeward’s work and ideas are presented externally
• Preparing and formatting public-facing materials to ensure they are clear, polished, and ready for distribution
• Working with team members to help translate policy work into clear and accessible public-facing content

Thought Leadership Platform Support

Homeward is developing new initiatives designed to share insights, connect experts, and contribute to public policy conversations.

You will help coordinate the day-to-day operation of these initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the organization and publication of content across Homeward’s emerging platforms
• Coordinating contributions from internal team members and external experts
• Supporting the preparation and distribution of newsletters and updates
• Maintaining content calendars and publication schedules

Public Profile Support

You will assist in ensuring Homeward’s work and insights are reflected consistently in the firm’s communications.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting communications that highlight Homeward’s work and initiatives
• Coordinating materials that contribute to the firm’s public profile
• Ensuring consistency across communications channels and platforms
• Assisting with the preparation of materials used in public-facing communications

Event Coordination

Homeward periodically convenes leaders, experts, and partners through small gatherings and policy-focused events.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the coordination of events such as executive retreats and policy labs
• Supporting scheduling, invitations, and event logistics
• Helping prepare materials and communications related to these events

Internal Coordination

You will work closely with the Executive and Operations Coordinator and the broader team to support the coordination and execution of communications initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining communications calendars and initiative timelines
• Coordinating with team members on communications priorities
• Supporting the organization of materials related to communications initiatives

Who You Are

You are organized, thoughtful, and interested in the intersection of communications, policy, and public affairs.

You may be a strong fit if you:

• Have 2–5 years of experience in a political office, government relations environment, public affairs firm, or communications role
• Have strong writing and editing skills
• Are comfortable managing multiple tasks and deadlines
• Are detail-oriented and highly organized
• Have an interest in public policy and government
• Enjoy helping develop thoughtful communications and public-facing content

You enjoy supporting senior leaders and helping ideas move from discussion into clear communications and public engagement.

 

Experience with social media management, newsletters, or digital publishing platforms is considered an asset.

Why Join Homeward

Homeward Public Affairs is growing quickly and intentionally. This role offers the opportunity to join a firm at an exciting moment and help support how our ideas and work are shared across Canada’s public policy ecosystem.

Compensation and benefits include:

• Competitive salary ($60,000–$70,000 depending on experience)
• 3 weeks vacation
• 12 paid sick days
• 1 week of flexible lieu days
• 5% employer RRSP or FHSA contribution
• Health spending account
• Funds to choose your own private health insurance
• Monthly allowance for home internet and phone
• Parental leave top-up

This is a remote position, though candidates based in the GTA or Ottawa are preferred.

In order to apply, please email Courtney@Homewardpa.ca with a brief cover email and resume.

The subject line should read “Your Name & Last Name – Engagement and Communications Coordinator”.