Bilingual Senior Analyst, Policy

Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation; Halifax; On-site; CAD 71,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency focused on housing policy is seeking a Bilingual Senior Analyst, Policy. This 13-month temporary position in Halifax requires expertise in policy research and analysis with a strong emphasis on communication and strategic advice. The ideal candidate will have a degree in social sciences or related fields, be fluent in English and French, and possess a good understanding of the housing sector. This role offers a salary ranging from $71,761.28 to $89,701.60 and a robust benefits package.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Group insurance coverage

Support for personal and professional growth

Inclusive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of experience in policy research and analysis.
• Strong understanding of both quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Familiar with housing policies and programs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct policy research and analysis based on emerging issues.
• Represent CMHC in various policy-related meetings to gather input.
• Develop research materials and policy analyses for senior management.
• Create supporting documents for communications and policy requests.
• Advise on corporate strategies to align with priorities.

Skills

Policy research and analysis

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Oral communication

Bilingualism (English and French)

Knowledge of the housing system

Education

Undergraduate degree in social sciences, political science, law, or economics

Job description

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Office Location : Ottawa (ON); Calgary (AB); Halifax (NS); Montreal (QC); Toronto (ON); Vancouver (BC)

Travel Requirement : Travel not required

Language Skill Levels (Read / Write / Speak) : CBC

Security Requirement : Secret

Salary : Our salaries generally range from $71,761.28 to $89,701.60 and are based on qualifications and experience.

About CMHC

The work you do and the work we do together matters. We come to work every day with a common purpose: to contribute to a well-functioning housing system.

At CMHC, we hold ourselves accountable for our results and support our colleagues in their achievements. We thrive on collaboration, connecting across CMHC and involving the right people to get our work done. Our leadership style is guided by trust, where our leaders favour an adaptive approach based on the needs of their teams.

Join us and be part of a team that's committed to making a real difference and be part of something meaningful.

What’s in it for you

We’ve got the purpose, the people, and the perks you need for a fulfilling career. Here’s the comprehensive and generous benefits you get when you’re a contract employee:

• Annual individual performance bonus.
• Group insurance coverage to support your well-being from day one.
• Support towards your personal and professional growth with training, mentorship, and more.
• An inclusive workplace culture and environment.

About the role

Join the Housing Policy and Programs team as a Bilingual Senior Analyst, Policy. In this role, you will provide business intelligence, research, and analysis, developing options and supporting communication of policy and/or programs and process directions as a member of a multidisciplinary team. You will contribute to the conceptualization, development, and implementation of new and/or existing policies, products, services, and/or systems, ensuring client needs are addressed throughout the process.

This is a temporary position of 13 months.

What you’ll do :

1. Scan the internal and external operating environment for emerging policy and/or programs and process issues and needs related to policy research, analysis, and advice. Assess implications of the evolving business context on CMHC and its policies and programs, providing advice on implications.
2. Represent CMHC at meetings, committees, working groups, and consultative bodies to communicate corporate priorities and policy positions and to obtain input on specific policy proposals.
3. Develop and coordinate relevant research materials, summaries, and policy analyses for senior management, committees, and task forces/working groups.
4. Create and coordinate various written documents, presentations, and briefing materials to support internal and external communications and policy requests.
5. Provide input and advice on corporate strategies to ensure activities align with CMHC and federal government priorities and emerging opportunities.

What you should have :

1. An undergraduate degree from a recognized university in social sciences, political science, law, or economics.
2. A minimum of three years of experience in conducting policy research and analysis, using both quantitative and qualitative methods, to support policy, program development, and strategic recommendations.
3. Strong research and analytical thinking skills.
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
5. Knowledge of the housing system.
6. Bilingualism (English and French).

Posting closing date: The competition remains active until the position is filled.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

We’re committed to employment equity and encourage women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, veterans, and persons of all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities and expressions to apply. We also welcome applications from non-Canadians eligible to work in Canada.

CMHC is an inclusive workplace where diversity of thought and of people are recognized, valued, and considered essential to achieving our mission.

We understand that applying for a new job can be both exciting and daunting, and we appreciate your effort. Learn more about our hiring process. If you are selected for an interview or testing, please inform us if you require an accommodation.

If you have applied previously and were not successful, don’t worry – we’re always posting new positions, so feel free to apply again. We look forward to seeing what you bring to the table this time!

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