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ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, DEMOCRATIC FUTURES (1 YEAR CONTRACT) This is a hybrid position based out of the CIFAR office located in the MaRs Discovery building. Staff are required to be in the office three days a week, ensuring a balance of in-person collaboration and flexibility. This posting is for a newly created position. About CIFAR: The Canadian Institute for Advanced Research (CIFAR) is a globally influential research organization proudly based in Canada. We mobilize the world’s most brilliant people across disciplines and at all career stages to advance transformative knowledge and solve humanity’s biggest problems, together. For more information please visit our website. The Opportunity This role is a 1-year contract position ending December 31, 2026. The Associate Director, Democratic Futures, offers a unique opportunity to help shape a major institutional initiative focused on the future of democracy. The role works closely with the CEO & President and the Executive Director, Research, to provide intellectual leadership and advance portfolio development of the Democratic Futures Initiative. The Associate Director leads the planning, coordination, and execution of the Initiative, including launching and supporting two Discovery Panels, representing the Institute in external engagements, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders. Working collaboratively across the Research, Advancement, and Communications departments, the role contributes to evaluation, captures lessons learned, and documents insights to guide future stages and strengthen institutional practice. The Associate Director also serves as a key liaison with funders, supporting stewardship, reporting, and proposal development for future stages of the Initiative. Key Responsibilities & Impact: Collaborate closely with senior leadership to provide intellectual guidance and administrative oversight for the Democratic Futures Initiative. Lead the planning, coordination, and workflow of the Initiative, ensuring coherent delivery across Research, Advancement, Communications, Events and supporting risk‑aware planning for politically sensitive content and stakeholder engagement. Support the appointment of Chairs and Members for two Discovery Panels, develop and maintain Terms of Reference and governance structures, and organize virtual and in‑person meetings to advance Panel work. Design and organize a 25‑person public forum with democracy practitioners, civil servants, NGOs, journalists, and influencers to inform Stage One activities. Staff and ensure the effective functioning of a Global Advisory Council, including organizing virtual meetings and facilitating input to inform subsequent stages. Act as a liaison between research activities, funders, and Advancement, supporting stewardship, reporting, engagement, and proposal development for future stages. Capture and document insights, lessons learned, and outputs from Stage One to guide subsequent stages and inform broader institutional practice. Coordinate additional Panel meetings to finalize key themes, identify research opportunities, and engage members from active and former CIFAR programs. Oversee the drafting and release of clear, concise reports from professional writers to support knowledge mobilization and potential Global Calls for proposals. Serve as an ambassador for the research community and perform other duties as assigned within the Research Department. Occasional travel for meetings or other engagements (approximately 8 per year), typically lasting 2–3 days and potentially including weekends or holidays. About You PhD in social sciences, public policy, or law, with a strong background in democracy‑related research. Minimum 3 years of professional experience beyond the highest degree. Strong project management, planning, and execution skills, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities. Strategic thinker with excellent problem‑solving, analytical, and evaluative abilities. Deep understanding of research principles and the global research landscape, with experience collaborating across academia, government, and civil society and familiarity with CIFAR’s mandate and activities. French language proficiency is an asset. Hiring Salary Range The salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $110,000. Placement within this range will be determined based on relevant experience and qualifications. To ensure fair and equitable pay at CIFAR, placement on the salary range will be based on your years of experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the Associate Director, Democratic Futures. What We Offer At CIFAR, we strive to create a workplace where people feel supported, included, and able to do their best work. Our team members benefit from Comprehensive wellness support - mental health supports, 4 weeks’ vacation, and "CIFAR Days" (days off with pay) throughout the year. Opportunities for learning and growth - supported by professional development resources. An inclusive, collaborative culture - grounded in our 4Cs (Collaboration, Curiosity, Courage, and Clarity), where diverse perspectives are valued and ideas are encouraged. Apply: Qualified applicants are invited to apply by 11:59pm EST on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. We appreciate your interest in this opportunity, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted via email. Our Commitment to Inclusion CIFAR is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. We recognize that bringing together individuals from multiple backgrounds, perspectives and experiences is integral to advancing excellence and increasing the impact of our organization. Our leadership, staff and volunteers strive to create an equitable, diverse and inclusive workplace and, in turn, an environment that will give our diverse global community of researchers the support to successfully address the most important questions facing science and humanity. Ensuring that every person feels valued and welcome, regardless of age, education, sexual orientation, gender expression and identity, parental status/responsibility, immigration status, Indigenous status, religion, disability, language, race, place of origin, ethnicity, culture, socio‑economic status, and other attributes is vital to achieving our mission. We strongly encourage applications from members of our society who face systemic barriers and biases, including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous persons, members of visible minority/racialized communities, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, members of marginalized gender identity communities, and persons with disabilities. Applicants may confidentially self‑identify at the time of application. Accessibility for Applicants with Disabilities - CIFAR is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, and the Ontario Human Rights Code. To request a reasonable accommodation, please email and include the term ‘Accessibility’ in the Subject Line, or call . Please provide your name, preferred contact method, and a detailed description of the nature of the accommodation that you may require. Please include any materials or processes that may be used to ensure your equal participation. CIFAR frequently communicates in both official languages and our preference is to hire employees who are fluent in both English and French where possible. Other languages are also considered an asset. For a French version of the job posting, please visit CIFAR is supported by the governments of Canada, Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec as well as international partner organizations, individuals, foundations, and corporations. #J-18808-Ljbffr
