Policy Analyst

3 days ago

Toronto, Canada Ontario Federation of Indigenous Friendship Centres Full time

**Policy Analyst**

The OFIFC is an award winning leader in culture-based management providing innovative research, policy, training and community development to 29 Friendship Centres and other urban Indigenous service providers across Ontario. Located in downtown Toronto, the OFIFC engages all levels of government and mainstream agencies.

OFIFC is a purpose-driven organisation which offers unique and challenging work. A rewarding and enriching career awaits if you are skilled at critical thinking, building relationships, take personal accountability for getting things done and enjoy working as part of a team to collaboratively solve problems.

**Responsibilities**:
Working as part of a team in a fast paced environment where the main responsibilities are advancing supportive public policy, advocating and building support for urban Indigenous issues. This includes advocating on behalf of and providing support to Friendship Centres. A job description is attached.

Qualifications:

- Post-secondary education in Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration or another relevant discipline
- 2 - 3 years’ experience in policy analysis
- Post-secondary education in area of specialisation is considered an asset
- Knowledge of government organisational structures and legislative processes
- Excellent writing skills and ability to document clearly and succinctly for internal and external audiences
- Extensive experience in research, both qualitative and quantitative
- Ability to grasp political theory to be fair, balanced and unbiased in their recommendations
- Exceptional ability to build and foster relationships with external policy stakeholders
- Must have strong oral communication/public speaking skills

Supervision:
Employed by the OFIFC, responsible to the policies and directions as determined by the Board of Directors and under the direct supervision of the Chief Executive Officer, or designate. Daily supervision is designated to the Policy Director.

Primary Objective:
To advance supportive public policy aimed at addressing any file area related issues and the well-being of the Urban Indigenous communities in Ontario. This includes advocating on behalf of and providing support to Friendship Centres.

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KNOWLEDGE*

Core Competencies:
Culture - Takes personal responsibility to increase sensitivity, awareness and implementation of OFIFC’s Neha (bundle) including foundational teachings and organisational practices in both professional conduct and work-related deliverables.

Accountability - Takes personal ownership and responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work commitments.

Critical Thinking - Applies systematic, logical reasoning when addressing problems or situations in order to arrive at an appropriate solution or outcome.

Building Relationships and Strategic Partnerships - Builds, develops and sustains business relationships / strategic partnerships that are mutually beneficial, reciprocal and grounded in trust and respect. It is recognising we are all interdependent and working towards the common good of the organisation.

Results Orientation - Accomplishes established goals, delivers the outcomes required and achieves the results. It includes the efficient and effective use of all resources (time, financial, people and technology).

Teamwork and Collaboration - Works collaboratively with others and addresses conflict in a win-win productive manner. This includes a mindset of sharing with others whether it is knowledge, recognition, information and skills. Working towards a common purpose for the good of OFIFC and the communities of people it serves.

Communication - Effectively delivers information in a transparent, honest and clear manner. It includes actively listening, comprehending and responding appropriately when interacting with people. It is about being respectful when expressing opinions and points of view.

Technical Competencies:

- Knowledge of government organisational structures and legislative processes
- Excellent writing skills and ability to document clearly and succinctly for internal and external audiences
- Extensive experience in research, both qualitative and quantitative
- Ability to grasp political theory to be fair, balanced and unbiased in their recommendations
- Exceptional ability to build and foster relationships with external policy stakeholders
- Must have strong oral communication/public speaking skills

Behavioural Competencies:

- Strong Analytical Thinking
- Creativity/Innovative
- Collaborative Team Player
- Planning and Organising

Education/Work Experience:

- Post-secondary education in Public Policy, Political Science, Public Administration or another relevant discipline
- 2 - 3 years’ experience in policy analysis
- Post-secondary education in area of specialisation is considered an asset

**REASON**

Work Environment:
Works in a safe and suitable office environment exposed to mid to high-level computer use (internet research) often face

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