Research Mobilization Officer

Indspire; Ontario (CA); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits & pension

3 weeks vacation

Hybrid work env

Professional growth

Cultural learning

Impactful work

Job summary

Indspire in Toronto/Ohsweken offers a hybrid role as Research Mobilization Officer to translate research into actionable insights for educators, policymakers, and community leaders. You will interpret findings, foster knowledge mobilization plans, and ensure Indigenous perspectives guide all activities.

You will collaborate with the Research and Impact teams, mentor student researchers, and advance Indigenous education and reconciliation through accessible knowledge sharing and ongoing capacity

Qualifications

• A degree in education, social sciences, communications, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in research mobilization, knowledge translation, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities, scholars, or organizations.

Responsibilities

• Translating research findings into user-friendly formats such as reports, policy briefs, infographics, toolkits, and presentations tailored for different audiences, including educators, policymakers, and community leaders.
• Leading or assisting in developing and implementing knowledge mobilization plans on assigned research priorities.
• Working with Indspire colleagues to interpret and summarize research findings to form the basis of knowledge mobilization products, tools and activities to inform practice, policy and program development in the field of Indigenous education and excellence.
• Ensuring that all mobilization efforts align with Indigenous perspectives, values, and knowledge systems.
• Acting as a support to the Specialist in liaising between the Research and Impact Department and external stakeholders, ensuring that research findings are effectively communicated and applied.
• Participating in environmental scans to identify issues and problems, readiness for change, and common goals and solutions in knowledge mobilization.
• Identifying networks of stakeholders and partners that can both benefit from and contribute to the growth and excellence of Indigenous learners through the mobilization efforts.
• Drafting workshops, webinars, and presentations to empower stakeholders to use research findings in their decision-making and practices.
• Delivering presentations and webinars through virtual platforms and in-person conferences.
• Providing mentorship to student research mobilization officers.
• Participating in continuous learning and peer-to-peer learning opportunities with colleagues, partners and networks to advance knowledge and competency of effective knowledge mobilization practices in the Indigenous education sector.

Skills

Communication

KM frameworks

Indigenous knowledge

Data visualization

Project management

Research translation

Education

Bachelor degree in education, social sciences, communications

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Full Time, Permanent
Location: Toronto/Ohsweken, Hybrid
Annual Salary Range: $68,823 to $86,028

Job Description

Join one of Canada’s Top 10 Charities of Impact. Indspire is a national Indigenous charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students, empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and building a stronger country for all.

Indspire is seeking a Research Mobilization (RM) Officer to join our team. Reporting to the Research Mobilization Specialist, the RM Officer will support efforts to enhance the accessibility and application of research findings produced by our research team.

This role will focus on translating complex research into actionable insights, fostering connections between research findings and decision-makers, and ensuring that the voices, perspectives, and needs of Indigenous communities remain central to all knowledge-sharing efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Research Translation and Dissemination

• Translating research findings into user-friendly formats such as reports, policy briefs, infographics, toolkits, and presentations tailored for different audiences, including educators, policymakers, and community leaders.
• Leading or assisting in developing and implementing knowledge mobilization plans on assigned research priorities.
• Working with Indspire colleagues to interpret and summarize research findings to form the basis of knowledge mobilization products, tools and activities to inform practice, policy and program development in the field of Indigenous education and excellence.
• Ensuring that all mobilization efforts align with Indigenous perspectives, values, and knowledge systems.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

• Acting as a support to the Specialist in liaising between the Research and Impact Department and external stakeholders, ensuring that research findings are effectively communicated and applied.
• Participating in environmental scans to identify issues and problems, readiness for change, and common goals and solutions in knowledge mobilization.
• Identifying networks of stakeholders and partners that can both benefit from and contribute to the growth and excellence of Indigenous learners through the mobilization efforts.

Capacity Building and Support

• Drafting workshops, webinars, and presentations to empower stakeholders to use research findings in their decision-making and practices.
• Delivering presentations and webinars through virtual platforms and in-person conferences.
• Providing mentorship to student research mobilization officers.
• Participating in continuous learning and peer-to-peer learning opportunities with colleagues, partners and networks to advance knowledge and competency of effective knowledge mobilization practices in the Indigenous education sector.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• A degree in education, social sciences, communications, or a related field; a master’s degree is preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in research mobilization, knowledge translation, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience working with Indigenous communities, scholars, or organizations.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to synthesize and present complex research findings clearly and effectively for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of knowledge mobilization (KM) frameworks and logic models.
• Knowledge of Indigenous ways of knowing, research ethics, and cultural protocols, including familiarity with the First Nations Principles of OCAP.
• Proficiency with digital tools for creating dissemination materials (e.g., data visualization tools, infographic software).
• Excellent project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.

Personal Attributes

• A strong commitment to advancing Indigenous education and reconciliation.
• Cultural sensitivity and respect for Indigenous knowledge systems and traditions.
• A proactive and collaborative mindset with a passion for making research meaningful and actionable.
• Innovative and critical thinker through the lens of social change.

What We Offer

• A competitive benefits and pension plan.
• 3 weeks’ vacation with paid personal and sicks day as well as additional holiday closings.
• A supportive hybrid work environment (three days per week in office).
• A passionate, dedicated team culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and cultural learning.
• The chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of Indigenous students.

Deadline to apply is November 20, 2026, at 5:00 pm ET.