Manager, Policy Advancement

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Policy Advancement and Assistant Director of Policy Advancement, the Manager is responsible for managing the development of policy programs and areas that improve the lives of Inuit across Canada.

The Manager leads a team of staff that works collaboratively across the organization to deliver on key initiatives and policies.

The Manager oversees the production of policy positions and recommendations, and provides policy and project management oversight and guidance and works in collaboration with other Managers within the Policy Advancement team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

POLICY & PLANNING

• Manages and assists team members with all policy related activities
• Acts as a lead on file specific matters as assigned and prioritized by the Director and Assistant Director
• Drafts, edits and produces reports, studies, position papers, policy statements and other documents in relation to assigned policy areas
• Identifies research needs related to assigned policy areas and participates in relevant research projects
• Attends relevant conferences and participates in relevant working groups as time and resources permit
• Designs proposals, work plans and budgets for funders
• Participates in the development of departmental and organizational strategic, operations and work plans
• Recommends priority areas of activity for the department and ITK as relevant to the file areas
• Conducts analyses and formulates recommendations/positions as they relate to policy development at the national level
• Facilitates and coordinates the efforts of various working groups and committees associated with assigned policy areas
• Consults/collaborates with colleagues within ITK, Regional Inuit Organizations and provincial and territorial governments, and other relevant bodies working in various policy areas
• Collaborates with relevant national policy stakeholders, organizations and associations
• Monitors developing external trends, policies, programs and issues with actual or potential impact on issues and interests related to Inuit in Canada.
• Collaborates with communications to develop communications plans on key policy areas
• Manages and assists team members with all policy and planning related activities
• Oversees the establishment of work priorities, work plans, project budgets and project activities
• Acts as point of contact for staff for specific portfolios/files
• Assists in disseminating strategic priorities and turning them into actions
• Provides training, coaching and guidance to staff
• Delegates resources as appropriate to ensure key priorities are delivered
• Conducts staff performance reviews in conjunction with the Policy Advancement management team
• Assists the Assistant Director and Director with recruitment and selection initiatives

COMMUNICATION

• Establishes and maintains working relationships with Inuit regional land claim organizations.
• Attends meetings and conducts teleconferences (as necessary) to ensure regular communications with key stakeholders assigned to specific policy areas
• Facilitates and participates in communications, relevant meetings, workshops and conferences
• Participates in and leads internal working teams related to assigned policy areas
• Trains, mentors and reviews the work of department staff as required
• Monitors staff workload and performance. Works with the Director and Assistant Director (as required) to handle any staff issues

ADMINISTRATION

• Disseminates relevant information to appropriate stakeholders in a suitable and organized manner
• Oversees the management of assignments from start to finish, including budget development, planning and monitoring, consultation activities, working group/committee work, workshop and teleconference organization and logistics, communications, and various reporting requirements
• Establishes and maintains policy, research, and systems records as required

REPRESENTATION

• Represents ITK in meetings and conferences or on committees and working groups as assigned by the Director, including participation on task forces or working groups that bring together government departments and Inuit organizations

INTER-RELATIONSHIPS

• Works independently and co-operatively with a variety of individuals and groups, including government and land claim organizations.
• Fosters strong working relationships with relevant Regional Inuit Organizations and Federal and Provincial/Territorial Government departments.

Performs any other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Good working knowledge and understanding of a breadth of policy issues as they relate to Inuit in Canada
• Good understanding of community needs and traditional values in Inuit communities
• Knowledge and understanding of Inuit land claim agreements and organizations and related legislation and policy frameworks
• Familiarity with federal government programs and policy
• Familiarity with the principles and practices of business administration, including program budgeting
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills (primarily in English; Inuktitut and/or French an asset);
• Proven and effective writing, speaking, organization, facilitation, coordination, prioritization and time management skills
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Access), internet, e-mail, and PowerPoint
• Team player, self-motivated and directed
• Ability to understand and interpret policy and legal documents, legislation, and regulation
• Sound problem solving and analytical skills
• Sensitive to local, political and cultural issues

EXPERIENCE

• Experience in analysis, program development, evaluation, and consultation
• General research and policy development experience
• Experience with project management or program development
• Experience with partnership development and maintenance
• Minimum of 2 years of Management or Supervisory experience

EDUCATION

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 4 years of related work experience and/or field research; OR
• Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent and a minimum of 7 years of relevant work and/or education experience in a similar role

OTHER INFORMATION

• Office environment: frequent use of computer and telephone
• Long periods of sitting at a desk in front of a computer
• Occasional travel and regular meetings
• Operational direction is provided by the Director and Assistant Director
• Politically sensitive issues may become stressful
• Frequent deadlines, which intensify when workload is large

BENEFITS

Conditional to ITK’s Human Resources Policies, you may be eligible for:

• Group Insurance
• RRSP contributions
• Training allowance
• Health and wellness allowance
• Relocation allowance
• Vacation – starting out at 3 weeks/year.
• Paid Christmas break (usually between Xmas and New Year)

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