The pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA) brings together provincial, territorial, and federal governments for the purpose of increasing and managing access to clinically relevant and cost-effective medicines. Through collective negotiations, thepCPAhas realized overall savings (as of April 1, 2025) for governments of $3.94 billion annually for brand name drugs and $935 million annually for generic drugs totaling $4.87 billion annually. ThepCPAoffers a 100% remote (within Canada) work environment .

About therole The senior public affairs advisor provides public policy analysis,researchand strategic advice to support the pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA). The role monitors and interprets legislative, economic, public policy, and partner developments in Canada to informpCPApriorities,anticipatepotential impacts onpCPAoperations, and support evidence-based responses.

Reporting to the director, Partner Relations, the senior public affairs advisor leads and contributes to evidence-based public policy analysis and recommendations that inform organizational priorities, strengthen decision-making and advance thepCPA’sgoals in a complex and evolving pharmaceutical environment.

Key responsibilities

Public policy development and analysis

- Conduct in-depth research and analysis on complex pharmaceutical and public policy issues.
- Review and interpret legislation, regulations, and health economic assessments to assess implications for thepCPAand its partners.
- Analyse public policy and positioning across the pharmaceutical ecosystem (health organizations, governments, associations, etc.) toidentifystrategic implications.
- Monitor activity across key federal, provincial, and territorial departments to assess potential impacts on thepCPAand its partners.
- Review and interpret economic reports, landscape analysis, and budget documents toidentifypotential impacts on thepCPAoperations.
- Identifyemerging issues and trends with potential implications for the organization and leverage policy strategies and communications approaches to mitigate risk and manage outcomes.
- Track domestic and international political, economic, and public policy developments with implications for the pharmaceutical landscape.
- Monitor sector initiatives, awareness efforts, and public narratives that may have implications for thepCPA.
- Track and assess federal, provincial,



and territorial legislative developments and related health system reforms that couldimpactthepCPAoperations.
- Identifyemerging issues and trends with potential implications for the organization and leverage policy strategies to mitigate risk and manage outcomes.
- Provide early intelligence and risk assessment to inform proactive planning and strategic positioning.

Strategic advice and organizational support

- Provideexpert advice to the director, Partner Relations and senior leadership on issues related to public policy, partner initiatives, and legislation.
- Facilitate collaboration and knowledge exchange across the organization and with key external partners to ensure consistent and coordinated public policy approaches.
- Translate complex public policy, technical information, and partner initiatives into clear, concise materials for internal decision-making.
- Contribute to internal briefings and support the integration of public policy analysis into planning and reporting.
- Develop evidence-based public policy response options, briefing materials, reports, presentations, and other documents for thepCPA’ssenior leadership.
- Support the development and maintenance of policy tools, templates, and knowledge products that promote high-quality analysis and consistent advice.
- Prepare materials for consultation, working groups, and committees.

Accountability

- Accountableto the director, Partner Relations.

Qualifications

Education and experience

- A degree in public policy, political science, public administration, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in public policy research and analysis within the health or public sector.

Skills and abilities

- As English is the primary working language at thepCPA, exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English arerequired.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills in French (asset).
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills,



with the ability to interpret complex data andidentifystrategic implications.
- Solid understanding of government processes.
- Solid understanding of the Canadian pharmaceutical landscape (asset).
- Experience interpreting health economic evidence and public policy research to assess implications for the pharmaceutical landscape (asset).
- Ability tomonitorand synthesize information from legislative and budgetary processes.
- Experience looking beyond the data to generate understanding of the strategic implications of current public policy ideas.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear and concise policy briefs,reportsand recommendations.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to continuous learning and improvement.
- Proficiencywith standard office software.

Employment terms

- The hiring salary range for this full-timepermanentposition is$ 94,000 - $ 114,300.This range reflects the salary for candidates with varying experience levels, job knowledge, and qualifications relevant to the position. Specific offers will be based on individual backgrounds and qualifications.
- ThepCPAprovides employees with a comprehensive group benefits package from the first day of employment.
- The ideal candidate must be legally eligible to work in Canada and can work from any location within Canada.
- This position requires frequent travelindifferent provinces and territories, including periodic multi-day, overnight trips.

If you are interested in this position, pleasesubmityour resume and cover letter in one PDF document, using the naming convention“FirstName LastName–Senior Public Affairs Advisor”[email protected] the end of January 19,2026.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those chosen for further consideration will be contacted.

ThepCPAis an equal-opportunity employer.In accordance withthe Accessible Canada Act, 2019, and all applicable provincial accessibility standards, thepCPAwill provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities upon request throughout the recruitment,selection, and/or assessment process.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

- Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

Industries

- Hospitals and Health Care

📌 Senior Public Affairs Advisor (Montreal)
🏢 pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance
📍 Montreal