Research & Evaluation Associate

The John Howard Society of Ontario (JHS Ontario) invites applications from individuals for the position of Research & Evaluation Associate.

JHS Ontario is a well-established and dynamic social purpose organization with a mission of effective, just & humane responses to crime and its causes. We are innovators and leaders in non-partisan research, evidence-based programming and policy development in the justice sector specializing in bridging the gap between analysis and frontline service delivery. By collaborating closely with the 19 John Howard Society Local Offices across Ontario, JHSO’s team of analysts and researchers develops policy positions that truly reflects the needs of each community, advances those positions to governments and other organizations, educates the public on the critical issues, and evaluates program efficacy to guide future work.

Reporting to the Director of Policy , this position is responsible for collecting and analyzing data and supporting research and evaluation activities that contribute to JHS Ontario’s policy work, projects and organizational initiatives. The applicant will have post-graduate level education with a minimum of 1-year professional research experience in a relevant sector or equivalent combination of academic internship / placement experience.

This position is located in downtown Toronto and operates in a hybrid work environment , offering a combination of remote and in-office work at 35 hours per week. This is a 12-month contract position with the possibility of renewal. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada.

For a detailed position description , including qualifications required, or for more information about JHS Ontario, please refer to additional information document above.

Please submit your resume and cover letter by 4 : 00 pm on Friday, February 6 th , 2026.

JHS Ontario embraces diversity and equity and is committed to building a staff team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills that allows us to better understand and meet the needs of our staff and the communities that are impacted by our work. We welcome applications from racialized persons, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all those who apply and advise that we will be responding only to those selected for an interview. JHS Ontario provides an inclusive and barrier free recruitment process to candidates with accessibility needs in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you are contacted regarding a job opportunity, please advise if you require accommodation.

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