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Job Description:\n\nSalary: Title:Senior Policy Analyst Housing and Infrastructure Location:Ottawa, Ontario Employment Status:Permanent Full-Time Position Closing Date:Open Until Filled Internal and External Competition About the AFN The AFN is an advocacy organization that takes direction and fulfills mandates as directed by First Nations in-Assembly through resolutions. As a national advocacy organization for First Nations, the AFN seeks to advance First Nations Inherent and Treaty Rights through the development of policy, public education, and where applicable, the co-development of legislation to build First Nations capacity. The AFN was created out of a desire among First Nations leadership for a strong and effective collective advocacy organization. From this, values such as respect for human rights, diversity, justice, and the sovereignty of each rights-holding First Nation guide the work of the organization. Position Overview The Senior Policy Analyst conducts research, analyzes information, and provides recommendations for policy development, interpretation, and application in support of First Nations priorities. This position is responsible for achieving defined work plans and objectives that align with AFNs national advocacy positions, interests, and strategies. The role may require occasional travel. Specific Accountabilities Sector FunctionsGather and analyze complex statistical and qualitative information relevant to First Nations issues, reviewing existing research and writing reports on findings and conclusions.Develop and support policies by collecting and interpreting relevant data and engaging with key stakeholders.Make recommendations regarding policy, programs, processes, and procedures that impact First Nations.Collaborate with other AFN policy staff to ensure coordinated and coherent policy development across sectors.Maintain and update relevant datasets and information repositories.Participate in the development and implementation of sector-specific work plans.Contribute to team-wide strategic and tactical planning processes in alignment with First Nations priorities.Respond to information and action requests and communicate relevant updates across the sector and organizationDraft and edit briefing notes, speaking notes, and correspondence for senior management and leadershipBuild and maintain productive relationships and networks with First Nations communities at the regional and national levels.Plan, support, facilitate or lead meetings, engagements, and consultations with internal and/or external partiesProvide project management and technical support and/or leadership on sector-specific projects, ensuring projects are delivered on time and meet substantive and procedural expectations. This includes liaising with external contractors, tracking deadlines and resources, and monitoring products and activities to ensure high quality deliveries.Provide project management and technical support for AFNs procurement processes. Team FunctionsContribute to the development and execution of work plans within the sector and broader policy team.Collaborate with colleagues across AFN to ensure consistent policy approaches.Maintain sector-relevant data systems and support internal knowledge-sharing.Share expertise and support mentorship of new and/or junior staff Communication FunctionsBuild and maintain strategic partnerships with First Nations, both within communities and at regional and national levels, to gather and validate relevant information.Respond promptly to policy issues, action items, and requests for information, ensuring effective communication across AFN departments. Political FunctionsAttend Chiefs-in-Assembly meetings, committees, or working group meetings and prepare meeting summaries related to assigned policy areas.Represent the AFN at events, forums, or meetings as directed. Generic FunctionsParticipate as an active member of the policy team by contributing to planning and delivering strategic and operational goals aligned with First Nations priorities.Submit leave and administrative requests to the assigned Director.Other duties as assigned. Working ConditionsPrimarily office-based with regular travelrequiredfor meetings, community engagement, and events.Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate community needs and organizational priorities. Physical and Mental DemandsExtended periods of computer use and desk work.High levelsof concentration and emotional resilienceare requiredwhen addressing complex social issues and community concerns.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Position AuthorityThe Senior Policy Analyst researches, analyzes, and advocates on issues relevant to First Nations and provides expert guidance to support informed policy development and decision-making. Knowledge, Experience, Skills & AbilitiesCandidates must have a post-secondary degree in political or social sciences, humanities, public policy, or municipal administration, or a related field. Candidates must also have a minimum 5+ years experience in conducting research, analyzing information and policy experience in First Nations communities, or equivalent combination of education and experience.Candidates will have demonstrated experience in writing proposals and reports, leading discussion groups, and synthesizing information into policy positions and documents.Candidates should also have experience in developing intergovernmental partnerships including CIRNA and ISC, First Nations governments and other First Nations governments and/or other related Federal and Provincial departments and their various programs and initiatives related to First Nations.Must have in-depth knowledge and understanding of First Nations housing and infrastructure issues.Superior verbal and written communication skills; and the ability to interpret material and policies for general and First Nation audiences.The incumbent must possess excellent team building, listening, coaching, group facilitation skills, and must have creative problem resolution skills.English is the working language although the ability to communicate effectively in French or any First Nations language would also be an asset Competencies:Strong team playerDemonstrated organizational and time management skills with the ability to multi-task and set prioritiesAttention to detail and demonstrated ability to gather and collate large amounts of informationAdaptable and flexibleCustomer service focusedProficient in English with French as an assetDemonstrated problem assessment and problem solving skills, demonstrates good judgement with logical resolutionsEffective planning and organizational skills for large scale reports, meetings and events.Knowledge of First Nations aspirations, values, culture and a good understanding of First Nations issues and concernsKnowledge of AFN philosophy, initiatives and policies regarding First NationsKnowledge of administrative management, systems development and operational researchKnowledge of concepts and fundamentals of financial managementKnowledge of First Nation language or French is an asset Diversity StatementQualified persons of First Nations Ancestry will be given preference in accordance with s.16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act. Why Work with AFN? At the Assembly of First Nations (AFN), we value our employees and are committed to fostering a supportive, engaging, and rewarding workplace. When you join our team, youll enjoy: Employer-Paid Health Benefit Premiums Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family, with premiums fully paid by AFN.Generous Pension Matching A competitive pension plan with significant employer contributions to help you build your future.Ample Vacation, Sick, and Personal Days Generous vacation entitlements, paid sick leave, and personal days, plusadditional non-legislative time offthroughout the year.Professional Development Support Coverage for courses, certifications, and training to help you grow your skills and advance your career.Wellness Funds Annual funds you can use towards fitness, mental health supports, or other wellness-related expenses.Modern, Central Location Our bright, collaborative office is located in the Sun Life Building in downtown Ottawa, with Parliament LRT Station right in the building for an easy commute.Convenient Amenities Steps away from cafes, restaurants, and shops.Meaningful Work Be part of a national organization advocating for First Nations, making a positive difference for communities across Canada.Collaborative & Inclusive Culture Work alongside passionate, dedicated colleagues in a supportive and dynamic environment. Accommodation Statement The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) is dedicated to an inclusive selection process and work environment. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources representative when you are invited to meet regarding this employment opportunity. While we appreciate all applications, only those candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted. AFN may cancel, postpone, or revise employment opportunities at any time. Titre:Analyste principal(e) des politiques Logement et infrastructures Lieu:Ottawa (Ontario) Statut demploi:Poste permanent temps plein Date de clture:ouvert jusqu ce que le poste soit pourvu Affichage interne et externe propos de lAPN LAPN est un organisme de dfense des intrts qui reoit ses orientations et sacquitte de ses mandats conformment aux rsolutions adoptes par les Premires NationsenAssemble. En tant quorganisme national de dfense des intrts des Premires Nations, lAPN cherche faire progresser les droits inhrents et issus de traits des Premires Nations par llaboration de politiques, la sensibilisation du public et, le cas chant, llaboration conjointe de lois visant renforcer les capacits des Premires Nations. LAPN est ne de la volont des dirigeants des Premires Nations de disposer dun organisme de dfense des intrts collectif, fort et efficace. partir de l, des valeurs telles que le respect des droits de la personne, la diversit, la justice et la souverainet de chaque Premire Nation dtentrice de droits guident le travail de lorganisation. Aperu du poste Lanalyste principal(e) des politiques mne des recherches, analyse des informations et formule des recommandations pour llaboration, linterprtation et lapplication des politiques lappui des priorits des Premires Nations. Le titulaire de ce poste est charg de raliser des plans de travail et datteindre des objectifs dfinis qui salignent sur les positions, les intrts et les stratgies de dfense des droits de lAPN lchelle nationale. Ce poste peut ncessiter des dplacements occasionnels. Responsabilits particulires Fonctions lies au secteurRecueillir et analyser des informations statistiques et qualitatives complexes qui sont pertinentes pour les enjeux des Premires Nations, examiner les recherches existantes et rdiger des rapports sur les rsultats et les conclusions.laborer et soutenir les politiques en recueillant et en interprtant les donnes pertinentes et en collaborant avec les principales parties prenantes.Formuler des recommandations concernant les politiques, les programmes, les processus et les procdures qui ont une incidence sur les Premires Nations.Collaborer avec les autres membres du personnel charg des politiques de lAPN afin dassurer une laboration coordonne et cohrente des politiques dans tous les secteurs.Grer et mettre jour les ensembles de donnes et les rfrentiels dinformations pertinents.Participer llaboration et la mise en uvre de plans de travail propres chaque secteur.Contribuer aux processus de planification stratgiques et tactiques lchelle de lquipe, en accord avec les priorits des Premires Nations.Rpondre aux demandes dinformations et dactions et communiquer les mises jour pertinentes lensemble du secteur et de lorganisation.Rdiger et rviser des notes de renseignement, des notes dallocution et de la correspondance lintention de la haute direction et des dirigeants.tablir et entretenir des relations et des rseaux productifs avec les communauts des Premires Nations aux niveaux rgional et national.Planifier, soutenir, animer ou diriger des runions, des interactions et des consultations avec des parties internes ou externes.Assurer la gestion de projet, le soutien technique et le leadership pour des projets propres au secteur, en veillant ce que les projets soient livrs dans les dlais et rpondent aux attentes sur le fond et sur la forme. Cela comprend la liaison avec les prestataires externes, le suivi des chances et des ressources, ainsi que la supervision des produits et des activits afin de garantir des livraisons de haute qualit.Fournir le soutien technique et la gestion de projet pour les processus dapprovisionnement de lAPN. Fonctions lies lquipeContribuer llaboration et lexcution des plans de travail au sein du secteur et de lquipe charge des politiques au sens large.Collaborer avec les collgues de lensemble de lAPN pour garantir la cohrence des approches politiques.Grer les systmes de donnes pertinents pour le secteur et favoriser le partage des connaissances linterne.Faire part de son expertise et agir comme mentor pour les nouveaux employs et les employs moins expriments. Fonctions de communicationtablir et entretenir des partenariats stratgiques avec les Premires Nations, tant au sein des communauts quaux niveaux rgional et national, afin de recueillir et de valider les informations pertinentes.Rpondre rapidement aux questions de politique, aux mesures prendre et aux demandes dinformation, en assurant une communication efficace entre les services de lAPN. Fonctions stratgiquesParticiper aux runions des ChefsenAssemble, des comits et des groupes de travail et rdiger des comptes rendus de runion relatifs aux domaines politiques assigns.Reprsenter lAPN lors dvnements, de forums ou de runions, selon les instructions. Fonctions gnralesParticiper en tant que membre actif de lquipe charge des politiques en contribuant la planification et la ralisation dobjectifs stratgiques et oprationnels aligns sur les priorits des Premires Nations.Soumettre les demandes de cong et les demandes administratives au directeur dsign.Autres tches assignes. Conditions de travailLe poste est principalement bas au bureau, mais ncessite des dplacements rguliers pour des runions, des activits de mobilisation communautaire et des vnements.Horaires souples, y compris le soir et le weekend, pour rpondre aux besoins de la communaut et aux priorits de lorganisation. Exigences physiques et mentalesUtilisation prolonge de lordinateur et travail de bureau.Un haut niveau de concentration et de rsilience motionnelle est requis pour traiter des questions sociales complexes et des proccupations de la communaut.Capacit grer plusieurs priorits dans un environnement au rythme soutenu. Responsabilits du posteLanalyste pr
