Policy Analyst – Transportation – Thunder Bay

Nipissing University; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nipissing University seeks a full-time Transportation Policy Analyst for a 3-year contract in Thunder Bay, Ontario. This role involves analyzing transportation challenges and investments to enhance economic growth and quality of life in Northern Ontario. Ideal for recent graduates, the position requires strong analytical and writing skills, with a preference for bilingual candidates.

Benefits

Benefits

Additional $1,500 for bilingual candidates

Qualifications

• Master's degree preferred; diploma or bachelor's with 2+ years practical experience accepted.
• Strong analytical and writing skills required.
• Bilingualism and knowledge of Northern Ontario are assets.

Responsibilities

• Analyze transportation investments to improve safety and infrastructure.
• Explore challenges and opportunities in Northern Ontario communities.
• Support policy proposals with comparative evidence.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Bilingualism

Knowledge of Northern Ontario

Education

Master's degree

Diploma or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Policy Analyst – Transportation – Thunder Bay

Employment Type : Graduated Student

Closing Date : May 18, 2025

Northern Policy Institute (NPI) is seeking a full-time Transportation Policy Analyst for a 3-year contract in Thunder Bay, Ontario. This position is ideal for recent graduates or individuals looking to apply their knowledge and experience in Northern Ontario.

The Policy Analyst will explore challenges and opportunities related to transportation safety, reliability, and infrastructure in Northern Ontario communities. The role involves analyzing transportation investments to foster economic growth and improve quality of life across the region.

Strong analytical and writing skills are essential. Candidates should be capable of assessing descriptive statistics, exploring policy implications, and using comparative evidence to support policy proposals. While a master’s degree is preferred, applicants with a diploma or bachelor’s degree plus at least two years of practical experience are encouraged to apply. Bilingualism is advantageous. Multilingual skills or specific knowledge of Northern Ontario are assets.

Please include a one-paragraph statement explaining why you are interested in working in Northern Ontario. Applications without this statement may not be considered.

Northern Policy Institute appreciates all expressions of interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews. The salary range is $50,000 to $54,000 annually (plus benefits).

NPI values multilingual community engagement. An additional $1,500 over the base salary is available for candidates fluent in Anishinabemowin, Oji-Cree, Cree, Michif, or French, alongside English, in a professional setting.

The application deadline is midnight Eastern Time, May 18, 2025. The expected start date is June 16, 2025. Please send your cover letter, resume, and references to [e-mail] with "Transportation" in the subject line. For a detailed job description, contact the same email.

Preference will be given to candidates who are First Nation, Métis, Inuit, Francophone, or from rural or remote northern communities, or who have expressed an interest in working in northern regions. If applicable, please highlight this in your cover letter.

North Bay, located between two lakes and surrounded by forests, is a vibrant city just 3.5 hours north of Toronto and 4 hours west of Ottawa, offering a rich blend of natural beauty, culture, and modern amenities.