Senior Bilingual Policy Analyst

About Toronto Metropolitan

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world. For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people.

Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada. In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our .

The team

The National Institute on Ageing (NIA), based at Toronto Metropolitan University, improves the lives of older adults and the systems that support them by convening stakeholders, conducting research, advancing policy solutions and practice innovations, sharing information, and shifting attitudes. Our vision is a Canada where older adults feel valued, included, supported, and better prepared to age with confidence.

The Opportunity

Are you a #bold and passionate #bilingual policy professional? Are you excited about supporting ageing Canadians through advocacy and public policy solutions? Would you like to be part of a collaborative and award-winning team? The NIA has a rewarding Senior Policy Analyst role you will want to know more about. The Senior Policy Analyst monitors and tracks policy issues and political trends across Canada, undertakes comparative analysis, and develops actionable policy recommendations to support the National Institute on Ageing’s (NIA) public policy agenda.

They provide policy advice to the Director and develop policy-specific communications products in English and French, such as briefing notes, policy options papers, discussion papers, reports, submissions, and correspondence, to promote NIA’s mandate, priorities and activities. The Senior Policy Analyst leads engagement and outreach activities, collects and solicits input from a broad pan-Canadian and cross sectoral network of diverse partners, and builds productive, collaborative relationships with stakeholders, partners, and government officials to advance progress on key issues related to ageing in Canada.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong initiative, capable of working independently while contributing to a positive, collaborative team environment. The Senior Policy Analyst will take a leadership role in report writing and policy project management, while actively engaging in policy research. Demonstrated experience in these areas is an asset. This role requires adaptability, sound judgment, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced setting as new priorities and projects emerge across the NIA’s growing policy portfolio.

Qualifications

To help us learn more about you, please provide a cover letter and resume describing how you meet the following required qualifications:

• Completion of a post-secondary degree in political science, public policy, business administration, economics or another relevant field.
• Bilingual skills in English and French are required (oral/writing/reading).
• Minimum four (4) years’ experience in a similar role, preferably within the public sector, not-for-profit organization or academic institution, including experience engaging and interacting with government officials to understand their priorities, collect information, and support a policy-related mandate.
• Experience designing and executing policy research, performing complex analysis and writing policy documents.
• Experience leading policy projects.
• Knowledge of national and jurisdictional key issues relating to ageing in Canada, such as health, social wellbeing, financial security, housing, and/or poverty alleviation among older adults.
• Knowledge of analytical techniques to review, synthesize and conduct in-depth analysis of complex information.
• Knowledge of policy analysis theories, methods, and principles.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to prepare and deliver presentations on policy research findings, draft recommendations, and policy options papers.
• Excellent analytical skills to complete statistical and data analysis.
• Political acuity and ability to successfully engage with senior government officials on policy implications and other sensitive matters.
• Ability to foster and maintain stakeholders and partnerships relationships, and work cooperatively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Project management skills including planning, execution, and closeout.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.