Policy Analyst

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting research and analysis on public policy issues related to CANARIE’s role in the digital infrastructure ecosystem
• Preparing written communications such as reports, presentations, and letters
• Drafting CANARIE’s annual compliance documentation (Annual Report and Business Plan)
• Supporting CANARIE’s annual outreach both to university leadership and to MPs

• Assisting in CANARIE’s advocacy activities with government and external stakeholders
• Travel may occasionally be required
• Other related duties and responsibilities, as required

The Ideal Candidate

To excel at CANARIE, you have a demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively on teams and are also an energetic self-starter with the self-motivation to work independently. You have excellent oral and written communication skills, and can count time management, problem solving, and managing multiple priorities as your strengths. You also share a dedication to CANARIE’s core values: service, teamwork, inclusion, innovation, quality, and integrity.

Bilingualism is preferred.

What You Bring

Education and Experience

• College diploma or university degree or a suitable combination of education, experience, or other relevant training
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a public policy, research, or legislative environment

Skills

• Understanding of policy analysis, research, strategic planning, and/or performance measurement
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to synthesize, analyze, and communicate information to develop reports and documents
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated ability to gain trust and support from internal and external stakeholders

Technical Proficiencies

• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite