myitk
Senior Policy Advisor
Ottawa, Ontario · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$70k-$88kDetected 20 days ago
HRResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMicrosoft Office
About the role
- Reporting to a Manager within the Department of Policy Advancement, the Senior Policy Advisor is responsible for leading the development and delivery of policy work within assigned priority areas to advance outcomes for Inuit across Canada.
- Key policy areas may include, but not be limited to:
- Monitor external policy developments and emerging issues, assessing impacts on Inuit priorities.
Responsibilities
- This role works closely with Inuit Treaty Organizations, governments, and partners to support coordinated policy development and implementation.
- Conduct analysis and develop policy options and recommendations at the national level.
- Identify research and evidence needs and support activities to address gaps.
- Develop project plans, proposals, and supporting materials (e.g., workplans, budgets).
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with Inuit Treaty Organizations, governments, and partners.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to advance shared policy objectives.
- Support engagement activities, ensuring Inuit perspectives are reflected in policy work.
- Support the development of communications products in collaboration with Communications.
- Maintain organized records and documentation related to policy and project work.
Requirements
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English
- Experience in policy analysis, research, and/or program development
- Experience leading projects or initiatives
- Ability to analyze policy issues and develop practical recommendations
- Inuktitut and/or French an asset)
Skills
- Strong knowledge of policy issues affecting Inuit in Canada
- Understanding of Inuit communities, land claim agreements, and governance structures
- Strong writing, facilitation, and communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities independently
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
- Cultural awareness and sensitivity to Inuit priorities and contexts
- Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset)
- Team player, self-motivated and directed
Compensation
- Annual training allowance
Benefits
- Excellent health and wellness allowance
- Vacation - starting at 3 weeks/year
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