Manager, Evaluation and Research

Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA); Waterloo; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit research organization in Waterloo, Canada, seeks a Manager for Evaluation and Research. This role involves leading research projects to improve the health and quality of life for older adults. Responsibilities include team leadership, budgeting, and partnership engagement. Candidates should have a Master's degree and at least 5 years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 - $90,000 and hybrid work options.

Benefits

Health benefits

Dental coverage

RRSP matching

Paid personal days

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in leadership roles for research or evaluation projects.
• Experience managing project budgets and resources effectively.
• Strong writing and communication skills for funder proposals and reports.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership to research and evaluation projects.
• Build and maintain partnerships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Manage project budgets and ensure alignment with funding guidelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget Management

Research and Evaluation

Partnership Building

Education

Master’s degree in social sciences or related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Webinar platforms

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Hiring Range : $80,000 - $90,000 annual salary

Benefits : Extensive benefit package inclusive of health, dental, RRSP matching, and paid personal days. Hybrid working options available for team members.

Background

The Schlegel-UW Research Institute for Aging (RIA) is a charitable non-profit organization that partners with the University of Waterloo, Conestoga College, and Schlegel Villages to enhance care and quality of life for older adults. Through engagement with key partners and collaborators, RIA supports practice-relevant research and knowledge mobilization. Research evidence is used to inform programs, education and training, and influence practice and policy.

RIA’s research department is a dynamic, collaborative, and impact-focused portfolio.The department is responsible for research, evaluation and knowledge mobilization projects that embrace partnerships with researchers, people with lived experience, and sector organizations.The department is deeply committed to collaboration, responsiveness, and real-world application of evidence. In collaboration with other RIA departments, the research department worksacross disciplines to support system-level change in aging, seniors care, and seniors’ health and well-being.

Primary Purpose

The Manager will be responsible for strategic and operational leadership to a project team. The role will be accountable for the successful implementation of a variety of research and evaluation projects in the areas of with an aim to improve the quality of life and health of older adults. As an experienced leader, you will guide a team of professionals to coordinate project activities, engage with partners, identify opportunities for partnerships and funding, and develop evidence-based resources. Additionally, this role will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities, and supporting the writing and securing of new funding.

The role will support RIA’s vision, mission, and values as well as have an interest and passion for enhancing quality of life and care for older adults and those who care for them.

Key Accountabilities

• Leadership : Provide strategic and operational leadership to the implementation of research and evaluation projects in alignment with project and organizational strategic priorities.Lead a team to ensure project success in alignment with RIA’s culture and values. Actively participate in team and organization-wide meetings virtually and in-person.
• Research and Evaluation : Provide leadership and support to team members to coordinate and implement research and evaluation projects in collaboration with RIA researchers and teams across the organization. Ensuring all projects are implemented in alignment with funder,organizational and research policies and practices.Identify opportunities for funding in alignment with researcher priorities.
• Partner Engagement : Build and maintain partnerships with external and internal partners, including individuals with lived experience to support the successful implementation and delivery of various project outputs.
• Budget Management : Manage multiple project budgets. Provide regular reporting of expenditures to leadership and funding agencies, as required. Responsible for management of spending related to each project and that all spending is in alignment with RIA policies and funder guidelines. Ability to effectively source and work with consultants and vendors to ensure successful outcomes.
• Communication and Reporting : Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to diverse audiences. Present and discuss matters with partners through a variety of virtual and in-person events and meetings. Proactively report to funders, team members, and key partners on activities, and contribute to the writing and dissemination of various written products, including grant applications, technical reports, and program reports. Ability to chair or facilitate meetings and document meeting outcomes.
• Other : Take on additional tasks, activities and special projects, as they arise.

Position Requirements

Education :

Master’s degree or equivalent experience in social sciences, gerontology or other related discipline.A credentialed evaluator certification is an asset.

Skills and Experience :

A minimum of 5 years of experience providing leadership to research or evaluation projects.

A minimum of 3 years of experience in leading and supervising a project team in alignment with organizational values and project goals.

A minimum of 3 years of experience managing project budgets.

Experience working with and building effective working relationships with partners, including funding organizations.

Experience with implementing projects in real-world settings.

Knowledgeable and experienced in the field of knowledge mobilization.

Strong writing and communication skills to support funder proposals, reporting and presentations.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to work effectively with in-house and remote teams, external vendors and partners.

Highly motivated, detail-oriented individual with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet tight deadlines and manage change within a high demand environment.

Experienced at agenda setting, chairing meetings and driving collaborative decision-making.

Knowledge about the senior living sector is an asset.

Proficiency in the use of computers and various software applications including, Google, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), webinar platforms.

Fluent in English. Fluency in French is an asset but not required.

Must have a valid driver’s licence and be available for occasional travel.

Eligible to obtain a clear police background and record check.

Scope of Work

Interpersonal Skills : Communicates effectively with internal team members and external partners; professionally represents the RIA in all communications and at events.

Level of Responsibility : Responsible for ensuring the effective and efficient implementation and budget management of multiple projects.

Decision-Making Authority : Responsible for the day-to-day operations of a variety of projects with support from a director for strategic decisions.

Physical and Sensory Demands : Minimal demands, typical of a position operating within an office environment; periods of extensive sitting at a desk and in meetings and concentrated use of visual senses; substantial repetitive keyboard / mouse movement; high sensory demands because of required concentration and attentiveness to detail and regular distractions and interruptions.

Working Environment : Much of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunities to move about. The office is located in a comfortable indoor area and options for hybrid work are available for this position. The work is varied and assignments may change frequently. Work will involve regular interaction with RIA team members and external partners and collaborators. There are deadline pressures, while at the same time there is a demand for thoroughness and accuracy. Occasional travel is required.

All researchers, employees and students of the RIA who will work with long-term care homes, colleges, universities and other partners are required to comply with the vaccination policies of those external organizations to complete their work. Of note, vaccination policies are subject to change. The requirement to comply with those evolving policies does not change.

Equity Statement

The RIA is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion within its community and organization. We strongly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, racialized groups, women, 2SLGBTQI+ people, persons with disabilities and people from other equity-deserving groups.

The RIA is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility of Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) within our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any time throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

Funding Statement

Please note that all positions at the RIA and the continuation of these positions are conditional upon funding.

How to Apply

The RIA invites applications (cover letter and resume) to be submitted by email to [e-mail]. Please include the job title in the subject line of the email.

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