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Policy Analyst

Policy – Flexible Location

Utilizing a gender-based lens, the Policy Analyst supports the creation of policy advice, knowledge mobilization, and building/maintaining partner relationships in supporting Pauktuutit’s mission and vision on behalf of Inuit women, girls and gender-diverse Inuit.

Primary Responsibilities

Development of Policy Advice & Knowledge Mobilization

  • Monitor and document policy issues that are relevant to the health, well-being, and socio-economic status of Inuit women, girls and gender-diverse Inuit.
  • Centre the voices and priorities of Inuit women, girls, and gender-diverse Inuit by conducting policy analysis and supporting engagement and consultation activities with partners across Canada on a range of new and existing policy issues.
  • Prepare, review, and edit reports, briefing notes, meeting materials, correspondence, and other organizational documents that support the organization in knowledge creation, translation, and dissemination.
  • Develop materials that support Pauktuutit’s participation in policy initiatives that are in alignment with the organization’s strategic priorities.

Partnership, Stakeholder & Government Relations

  • Support the building and maintenance of strong relationships with a wide variety of partners and communities by identifying opportunities for meaningful engagement, developing preparatory materials, and participating in meetings/engagements.

 Project Management & Strategic Planning

  • Contribute to the tracking of partnerships, deliverables, and reporting requirements.
  • Contribute to strategic planning initiatives that inform future directions and priorities in areas such as health & well-being, violence and abuse prevention, justice; and/or socio-economic development.

Cross-cutting Responsibilities

  • Represent the organization at conferences, policy forums, and stakeholder meetings, as requested.
  • Develop and maintain corporate records, including in SharePoint.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Knowledge and policy expertise in the areas of health and wellness, socio-economic development, violence & abuse prevention, and/or justice issues for Inuit women are highly desirable.
  • Knowledge of federal government policy cycle and associated processes.
  • Team player, focused on mobilizing and leveraging capacities and interests towards project outcomes.
  • Fluency in English; a working knowledge of Inuktitut (oral and written) is desirable.

Experience

  • Experience providing assessment and analysis of policy within the context of multifaceted projects related to Inuit, or Indigenous Peoples.

Core Competencies 

  • Guided by Inuit Values and principles: The future for Inuit women inspires the work that we do, and all Inuit Women have opportunity to participate and see themselves reflected in our vision and priorities whether through our Board, Delegates, Working Groups, or Regional Inuit organizations.
  • Collaboration: We recognize that each of us has strengths that contribute to the whole. We respect the views of others, and we interact with diplomacy and sensitivity with the goal of building rapport. We encourage an environment of open communication and sharing of information. We are focused on building trusting relationships and creating a stronger environment to deliver more integrated results, and work towards a shared vision.
  • Inclusion: Everyone is respected, valued, and supported and can achieve their full potential. We make decisions considering opinions, unique needs, and strengths of the Inuit community and relevant stakeholders while upholding Pauktuutit’s vision, and values. Whether internally with our team or externally in communities, we will focus on providing resources that enable the removal of barriers to equitable access and opportunity.
  • Innovation: We are deeply committed to continuously moving forward to improve the life experience of Inuit, driven by evidence-based decisions and investments. We are committed to and challenge each other to energize, engage and inspire others to continually learn, adapt and shape a better future, supported with reliable change management.
  • Ethics and integrity: We demonstrate honesty, reliability, accountability, and high professional standards and are seen as responsible, trustworthy, and exhibiting commitment to Pauktuutit’s vision, mission, and priorities in driving sustainable change. Our Code of Conduct informs our decision making.

Functional Competencies

  • Strategic Thinking: Ability to demonstrate a developing understanding of the organization’s work relative to the broader policy landscape; able to connect day-to-day tasks to bigger picture goals and begin to identify emerging trends relevant to the organization’s priorities.
  • Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build and maintain relationships while working with people who have diverse perspectives.
  • Project Management: Ability to track tasks and timelines, understand how activities connect to one another, and communicate progress and potential delays to the team.
  • Collaboration: Works respectfully and effectively with team members and colleagues, contributing ideas and effort to shared tasks, seeking guidance when needed, and remaining open to feedback.
  • Communication: Ability to support the preparation of written materials for a range of audiences (i.e. policy analyses, briefing notes, summaries of evidence-based findings, and plain language products) through strong verbal and written communication skills with guidance from senior staff.
  • Adaptability: Ability to work in a dynamic, continuously changing, and fast-paced environment.
  • Organization: Ability to pay close attention to detail while under tight timelines and ensure all relevant information is recorded and easily accessible; follows protocols and procedures.

Administration

  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft suite and web-based software
  • Ability to travel across Canada

Education

  • A university degree in a relevant discipline and/or combination of education and experience.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position to Collage or via email to jobs@pauktuutit.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pauktuutit Inuit Women of Canada is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, and individuals of all sexual orientations, gender identities, and expressions. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with applicable Canadian human rights legislation.