Manager, Policy Advancement – Education

Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manager to lead policy development initiatives that enhance the lives of Inuit communities across Canada. This role involves managing a dedicated team, overseeing policy production, and collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure impactful social policies. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of Inuit issues, excellent communication skills, and experience in project management. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful change within Inuit communities while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

100% Employer paid Group Insurance

Employer matched RRSP contributions

Training allowance

Excellent Health and wellness allowance

Relocation allowance

Vacation Leave – starting out at 3 weeks/year

Paid Christmas closure

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in policy development and analysis.
• Management or supervisory experience is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage policy programs to improve Inuit lives across Canada.
• Oversee production of policy positions and recommendations.

Skills

Policy Analysis

Project Management

Communication Skills

Research Skills

Understanding of Inuit Issues

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in relevant discipline

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director of Policy Advancement and Assistant Director of Policy Advancement, the Manager is responsible for managing the development of policy programs and areas that improve the lives of Inuit across Canada.

The Manager leads a team of staff that works collaboratively across the organization to deliver on key initiatives and social policies benefiting Inuit.

The Manager oversees the production of policy positions and recommendations, provides policy and project management oversight and guidance, and works in collaboration with other Managers within the Policy Advancement team.

Key Accountabilities

Policy & Planning

• Manages and assists team members with education policy related activities;
• Acts as a lead on file specific matters as assigned and prioritized by the Assistant Director;
• Drafts, edits and produces reports, studies, position papers, policy statements and other documents in relation to assigned policy areas;
• Identifies research needs related to assigned policy areas and participates in relevant research projects;
• Attends relevant conferences and participates in relevant working groups as time and resources permit;
• Participates in the development of departmental and organizational strategic, operations and work plans;
• Recommends priority areas of activity for the department and ITK as relevant to the file areas;
• Consults/collaborates with colleagues within ITK, Regional Inuit Organizations, provincial and territorial governments, and other relevant bodies working in various policy areas.

Communication

• Facilitates and participates in communications, relevant meetings, workshops and conferences;
• Participates in and leads internal working teams related to assigned policy areas;
• Trains, mentors and reviews the work of department staff as required.

Administration

• Disseminates relevant information to appropriate stakeholders in a suitable and organized manner;
• Oversees the management of assignments from start to finish, including budget development, planning and monitoring, consultation activities, working group/committee work, workshop and teleconference organization and logistics, communications, and various reporting requirements;
• Establishes and maintains policy, research, and systems records as required.

Representation

• Represents ITK in meetings and conferences or on committees and working groups as assigned by the Director, including participation on task forces or working groups that bring together government departments and Inuit organizations.

Qualifications

Knowledge And Skills

• Good working knowledge and understanding of a breadth of policy issues as they relate to Inuit in Canada;
• Good understanding of community needs and traditional values in Inuit communities;
• Knowledge and understanding of Inuit land claim agreements and organizations and related legislation and policy frameworks;
• Familiarity with federal government programs and policy;
• Familiarity with the principles and practices of business administration, including program budgeting;
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset).

Experience

• Management or Supervisory experience;
• Experience in analysis, program development, evaluation, and consultation;
• General research and policy development experience.

Education

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. education, health, social sciences, public or business administration, etc.) with a minimum of 4 years of related work experience and/or field research in a similar role; OR
• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent and a minimum of 7 years of relevant work and/or education experience in a similar role.

Benefits

Conditional to ITK’s Human Resources Policies, you may be eligible for:

• 100% Employer paid Group Insurance
• Employer matched RRSP contributions
• Training allowance
• Excellent Health and wellness allowance
• Relocation allowance
• Vacation Leave – starting out at 3 weeks/year
• Paid Christmas closure (usually between Xmas and New Year)

We would like to thank all applicants in advance for their interest in ITK; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

APPLICANTS WHO ARE ENROLLED UNDER AN INUIT NUNANGAT LAND CLAIMS AGREEMENT WILL BE GIVEN PRIORITY HIRING. WE ENCOURAGE APPLICANTS TO SELF-IDENTIFY.