Researcher – Impact Framework

1 week ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Indspire Full time $75,000 - $117,000 per year

Contract until March 31, 2026

Location: Toronto/Six Nations/Remote

Hourly Rate: $37.50-$48.50

Job Description

Make a lasting impact. Work with purpose.

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.

We are currently hiring a Researcher to join our Research & Impact Unit department. Reporting to the Lead Researcher, The Researcher will support the expansion and implementation of Indspire's Impact Framework, focusing on qualitative research to capture and communicate Indspire's impact. This includes leading interviews with alumni and beneficiaries, synthesizing findings, and helping translate stories into visual and narrative formats for publication and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you'll be:

  • Leading qualitative research projects (e.g., alumni interviews, focus groups, case studies).
  • Developing methodologies and tools aligned with Indigenous storytelling and evaluation principles.
  • Collaborating with production and design teams to produce accessible impact stories and visuals.
  • Drafting written outputs for reports, briefs, and external communications.
  • Supporting the development of an "Impact Measurement and Storytelling Strategy."

Qualifications

  • Graduate degree in Social Sciences, Education, or Indigenous Studies.
  • 3+ years of qualitative research experience, preferably with Indigenous communities.
  • Strong writing, analysis, and storytelling skills.
  • Familiarity with Indigenous research ethics and participatory approaches.

Expected Deliverables by March 2026

  • Assessment of current impact factors
  • Impact framework operationalization plan and narrative synthesis.
  • Identify and develop recurring assessment tools to capture impact factors
  • Establish the structural setup of the analysis and report product on the Impact Report
  • Framework report draft for Indspire's Impact Report.

What We Offer

  • 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.

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