Strategy and Research Advisor

UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA STUDENTS’ UNION

University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) is a non-profit organization which advocates on behalf of its memberships’ best interests to internal and external stakeholders. Our primary objectives are to serve students and strive to enhance student life and the quality of education through consultation, representation and advocacy.

**Strategy & Research Advisor**

Reporting to the President of UMSU, the fulltime permanent Strategy & Research Advisor will be responsible for producing research to inform and advance campaigns, advocacy activities and policy development to the Executive Committee related to their goals, objectives and projects. The incumbent should have a thorough understanding of the purposes and functions of a university students’ union, and a good grasp of government relations, Manitoban politics, and well-rounded understanding of public policy (fiscal, economic, educational and health care). In addition, the incumbent is responsible to stay appraised of developments in post-secondary education, the University of Manitoba, and general issues affecting UMSU members and their allies - this includes analysis of federal, provincial and university budgets.

This role necessitates someone who can quickly formulate feasible strategies, execute complex campaigning’s efficiently and tactfully, and holistically evaluate political action to consider potential fallout and create contingency plans. Given the nature of advocacy, social media engagement knowledge and/or visual presentation knowledge is an asset but not a requirement. As this is a full-time permanent position the hours of work are Monday - Friday 8:30am-4:30pm.

**Skills and Qualifications**
- Undertake research and analysis at the request of the UMSU Executive and the Board of Directors;
- Assist in the development of campaign materials and position statements;
- Prepare briefing packages for UMSU Executives engaging in government lobbying and advocacy including support UMSU endeavors in their capacity of external lobbying organizations; under the direction of the Executives;
- Publications that detail the activities of UMSU and initiatives taken by the organization;
- Provide supporting material for and/or draft UMSU grant proposals for submission to the University administration, provincial and federal government programs;
- Comfortable communicating with a wide variety of people internal and external to the organization using a wide variety of communication channels;
- Author articles and position statements for UMSU Executives to be shared with the community and membership
- Experience working in a communications role and/or journalism

**Education**
- Graduate degree in social sciences or other relevant degree is a definite asset. Applicants should identify strong experience in researching and policy writing. Combination of equivalent education and work experience would be considered.

The wage range for this position is $45,000 - $55,000 and is based on an individual’s education, knowledge and experience. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. We wish to thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants considered will be contacted for an interview. Please provide a **_cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references_** and identify how you meet the desired qualifications listed. Posting open until filled:
The Human Resource Department,

101 UMSU University Centre,

Winnipeg, Manitoba,
R3T 2N2

**Salary**: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Flextime
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Store discount
- Vision care
- Work from home

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift