Policy Analyst - Competition #2025-075

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs; Canada; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A First Nations organization in Canada is seeking a Policy Analyst to research and develop policy issues related to First Nations Child Welfare. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, excellent communication skills, and experience working with First Nations communities. This full-time position requires managing multiple projects and preparing high-quality documentation. Preference will be given to First Nations candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience working with First Nations organizations.
• Knowledge of statistical methods and frameworks.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Research and contribute to policy development.
• Draft proposals and relevant budgets.
• Establish trusting relationships with staff.

Skills

Analytical support

Excellent verbal communication

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of First Nations culture

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Social Work

Job description

Competition #2025-075

Category: Full-Time Permanent

Closing Date: July 18, 2025

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Children and Families, the Policy Analyst will be responsible for conceptualizing, researching policy issues, analysis, strategic policy development, and drafting policy options and recommendations for an effective First Nations decision making process as it relates to First Nations Child Welfare.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and contribute to policy development for the First Nations Family Advocate Office (FNFAO).
• Understand the current provincial Child and Family Services landscape and its effects on First Nations children and families.
• Network with departments within AMC and the FNFAO to determine needs, concerns, and viewpoints and to compile pertinent information.
• Understand and be aware of provincial and federal government legislation and bills pertaining to First Nations and provide an analysis on its implications to First Nations.
• Identify policy issues, conduct research and prepare recommendations as it relates to government legislation and First Nations in the Child and Family Services system.
• Produce high quality documentation including correspondence, reports, briefing notes and other documents.
• Draft proposals and relevant budgets on behalf of the FNFAO.
• Extract information from the FNFAO database system and apply statistical methods and techniques to develop analytical information.
• Establish a trusting relationship with staff through clear communication and teamwork
• Attend meetings and/or conferences as directed, and report on each.
• Prepare documentation for meetings and identify action items that pertain to the goals and objectives of the FNFAO.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications: Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Social Work or a related discipline and/or a related equivalent demonstrated experience.
• Knowledge of statistical methods, techniques and information to develop analytical frameworks.
• Knowledge of First Nations research methods and procedures.
• Knowledge of First Nations culture, history, treaty and inherent rights.
• Experience working with First Nations and First Nations organizations or entities.
• Excellent verbal, written, inter-personal communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrate ability to provide analytical support while managing multiple projects and deadlines.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Office software, Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Be able to follow office practices, procedures and confidentiality.
• Successful applicants must provide criminal record and child abuse registry checks.
• Knowledge of First Nation people and communities.
• Ability to work flexible hours and be able to travel upon request; and
• Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
  
  

Interested applicants are invited to submit their cover letter identifying the position title and quote competition number applying for, qualifications, and resume, along with 3 professional reference listings (including a most recent employer reference) by 4:00 p.m. July 18, 2025 to:

Human Resources

Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs

14th Floor, 275 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2B3

Quote Competition # 2025-075 in your application.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. No phone calls will be accepted.

Preference will be given to First Nations people. If successful, applicants will be asked to verify citizenship documentation issued by a First Nation or government-issued documentation or affirmation from the Inuit, Métis, or non-status Indigenous community with which they identify.

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