onwa

Senior Advisor

Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$87k-$108kDetected 6 hours ago

Project ManagementStrategic CommunicationsResearchLeadershipCommunicationPublic SpeakingMicrosoft Office

About the role

Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members:
Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time

Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in policy, strategic analysis, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination.
Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field. Master's degree in a related field is considered an asset.
Demonstrated experience in strategy development, including proposal development, scoping, scaling, critical analysis, options development, advocacy, report writing, and evidence-based decision-making using an Indigenous Gender-Based Analysis lens.
Proven project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives, establish priorities, implement recommendations, and meet timelines.
Extensive experience developing key messages and strategic communications for senior leadership.
Experience building and maintaining partnerships with government, community organizations, Indigenous organizations, and stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to identify issues and risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve concerns effectively.
Strong presentation and advocacy skills with experience engaging executive leadership, community partners, and government stakeholders.

Bachelor's degree in Public Policy, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences, Public Administration, or a related field.
Master's degree in a related field is considered an asset.
Strong research, policy analysis, and strategic policy experience, including environmental scanning and strategic recommendations.
Experience preparing briefing materials and providing evidence-based recommendations to senior leadership.
Experience developing work plans, milestones, and organizational priorities.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including reports, submissions, presentations, briefing materials, and correspondence.
Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, internet-based systems, and office technology.
Strong understanding of human rights frameworks and mechanisms.
Knowledge of political, social, economic, and legislative issues impacting Indigenous women and families.
Understanding of ONWA's strategic priorities and mandate.
Knowledge of government systems, administration, policy development processes, and intergovernmental relations.
Knowledge of not-for-profit organizations, governance, policy development, and performance measurement.

The full salary range for this role is $87,000 - $107,574 ONWA conducts annual performance reviews, and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding.

ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members:
Generous paid vacation time
Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision and EAP.
Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
Participate in CAAT defined benefit pension plan and retire with secure lifetime retirement income
Paid cultural/personal wellness days
Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
Possible reimbursement on portion of cell phone and internet expenses

Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change.

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