Research Analyst - Ottawa, Canada - Congress of Aboriginal Peoples

Description

Who We Are

The Congress of Aboriginal Peoples represents the interests of Métis, status and Non-status Indians, and Southern Inuit Indigenous People living off-reserve in Canada.

CAP is one of five National Indigenous Representative Organizations recognized by the Government of Canada.

Our vision is that all Indigenous peoples in Canada will experience the highest quality of life, founded on highest quality of life, founded on the rebuilding of our Nations.

All Indigenous citizens will rightfully be treated with respect, dignity, integrity, and equality.

CAP works collectively with its ten provincial and territorial affiliate organizations across Canada to promote and advance the common interests, collective and individual rights, and needs of its constituents.

Our mandate is to improve the socio-economic conditions of off-reserve status and non-status Indians, Métis and Southern Inuit living in urban or rural areas.

CAP holds meetings with members of the government to find practical ways to improve federal programs, policies and services for off-reserve Indigenous Peoples.

If you want to take an active role in Indigenous rights advocacy, we want to hear from you

Please visit our websiteto learn more about our work and accomplishments.


Summary

Reporting to the Director of Research, the Research Analyst will provide in-depth analysis and recommendations for response to current and emerging policy issues that are priorities for our constituency.

The areas will include conducting research and analysis in priority areas, consulting with communities, government officials, and technical experts, and the development of options on a wide range of policy projects.

What We Are Looking For

• Communication
• Cultural Sensitivity
• Teamwork
• Planning and Organizing
• Decisionmaking
• Result Focus
• Accountability and Dependability
• Strategic and critical thinking
• Sound judgment and high work ethics
• Leadership abilities to drive initiatives forward by problemsolving, overcoming obstacles and ensuring results

What You'll Do

• Conduct qualitative and quantitative/statistical research analyses in various CAP research priority areas such as housing, health, education, employment, family, children and youth, women, social and economic development, justice, rights, language/ culture, environment, the Indian Act and international issues
• Preparing and coordinating briefing material, reports, correspondence, presentations, and policy statements on current issues as well as federal policy and legislation
• Preparing written and verbal briefings to the CAP Executive Board and Senior Management team
• Building networks with federal and provincial government, as well as other Indigenous organizations and community stakeholders on policy issues
• Representing CAP at meetings, conferences and events and providing presentations on CAP policy when required
• Developing and implementing data and research strategies, work plans, identifying and defining key initiatives and outcomes that align with CAP priorities
• Contribute to the preparation of proposals for funding and provide assistance in the management of policy initiatives/programs and budgets

You'll Need To Have

• Postsecondary degree or diploma in social/health sciences or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience; a Master's degree in relevant field is an asset.
• Three to five years' experience in the Indigenous policy or socioeconomic research field and demonstrated work history related to Indigenous organizations.
• Must have an understanding of policy research issues for offreserve Indigenous Peoples living in urban, rural, remote and isolated areas throughout Canada.
• Expertise in quantitative and statistical analyses and interpretation of data, good command of utilizing statistical software packages such as SPSS/STATA, as well as conducting literature reviews and environmental scans.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills in English. French is an asset.
• Advanced writing skills including proposal writing ability, public speaking and presentation skills, active listening skills.
• Good time management skills, along with the ability to prioritize daily tasks.
• Strong organizational skills, and effective decisionmaking abilities.

Our Working Conditions

• Hybrid work will be performed from the CAP National Office
• Remote working arrangements are permitted for employees residing outside of the Ottawa region.
• Occasional weekend and evening work
• Salary commensurate with experience

What We Offer

In addition to a competitive salary, we also provide a generous benefits plan, including health, medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, Employee and Family Assistance Program and Mental Health Coaching.

Furthermore, we offer a generous paid time off package, and our staff enjoy flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Deadline to apply:
June 30th, 2023.