Policy Analyst

Join us to make a lasting impact! An excellent work-life balance is waiting for you!

As part of FNESC’s Policy department, the Policy Analyst will support a variety of initiatives and projects to advance First Nations education in British Columbia. The Policy Analyst will undertake qualitative and quantitative research to support policy, strategic decisions, and advocacy. The Policy Analyst will be responsible for developing various materials including briefing notes, presentations, and research products.The Policy Analystwill also supporttheir manager in workingwith BC First Nations, government partners, and other education stakeholders to build relationships and advance organizational priorities.

Since 1992, FNESC, led by a strong and diverse board of over 130 First Nations community representatives, has worked in partnership with the First Nations School Association (FNSA), and the IndigenousAdult Higher LearningAssociation (IAHLA). Communications, research, partnership-building, resource development and advocacy are all part of the work we do to advance issues in First Nations education.

What We Offer :

• The salary for this positionis $65,083.00 per year;
• Three (3) weeks of paid vacationas well as two (2) weeks of paid vacationat Christmas time (with the latter being subject to annual board approval);
• Well above-average benefits plan that is 100% paid for by FNESC, that includes : extendedhealth care, dental care, and vision care;
• Well above-average employermatched pension plan;
• The potential for partial work-from-home;
• Career advancement opportunities in a fast-growing organization (approximately 30% of current FNESC employees have been promoted into their current role);
• Generous annual professional development subsidy;
• Generous wellness subsidy;
• 35-hour working week;
• Regular employee appreciation events such as our annual Christmas Party;
• Respectful work environment with a stellar work-life balance.

Duties and Responsibilities :

What We’re Looking For :

We offer full-time meaningful work in a professional, friendly, and diverse office environment which is easily accessible by transit and right next door to Park Royal Mall. We enjoy havingoccasional lunches together as a team – pizza is one of our favorites.

This is a full-time, permanent position with most of the work being done between 8 : 30 a.m. and 4 : 30 p.m. Monday to Friday and so candidates must be available during these times. However, the nature of this position is such that occasional work outside of those hours, including weekend work, may be required.

FNESC requires that all FNESC staff be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 for two reasons : First, because FNESC takes its responsibility to create and maintain a healthy workplace very seriously. And, second, because many of our staff attend First Nations communities in-person. Some First Nations have unique requirements and vulnerabilities related to communicable diseases like COVID-19, and FNESC always respects the needs of First Nations.

We thank everyone who applies for their interest in FNESC. Unfortunately, due to the volume of applications, we are only able to respond to those applicants who are selected for an interview. We cannot respond to telephone or email inquiries.

Please send your resume and cover letter to