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The Ontario Trillium Foundation is hiring a Regional DirectorLocation: Eastern Ontario&nbsp;Application Deadline: January 23rd, 2026Duration: Contract (18 months)Position Type: Full-time - Existing Vacancy&nbsp;Bilingual required&nbsp;Salary Range: $106,335 - $141,780Recognized as one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, the Ontario Trillium Foundation is also one of Canada’s largest granting foundation and an agency of the Government of Ontario.&nbsp; With a budget of over $100 million,&nbsp;the Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF)&nbsp;awards grants to some&nbsp;700 projects every year to build healthy and vibrant Ontario&nbsp;communities.&nbsp;The Regional Director, Community Investments, is a public facing role that helps to advance the mandate of OTF through their thorough understanding of the Community Investments funding program, and the Ontario Trillium Foundation’s granting policies, Investment Strategy and Business Plan.The Regional Director, Community Investments, leads and motivates a team of high-performing Program Managers to successfully manage delivery of the Community Investments funding program within the East region. The position works collaboratively with other Regional Directors, funding program directors and the Director, Granting Operations to successfully deliver Ontario Trillium Foundation’s (OTF) Business Plan. The position reports to the Vice President, Granting.Purpose:In collaboration&nbsp;with a team of Regional&nbsp;Directors,&nbsp;lead&nbsp;the efficient&nbsp;and&nbsp;effective&nbsp;delivery of&nbsp;the OTF Investment&nbsp;Strategy. Oversee and lead outreach,&nbsp;counselling,&nbsp;assessment&nbsp;and monitoring activities delivered by Program Managers within an assigned geographic area ensuring excellence&nbsp;in&nbsp;grant-making&nbsp;and&nbsp;customer service.&nbsp;At&nbsp;the&nbsp;same&nbsp;time&nbsp;lead&nbsp;teams&nbsp;of&nbsp;volunteers&nbsp;who bring&nbsp;knowledge&nbsp;of&nbsp;local&nbsp;needs&nbsp;to&nbsp;the&nbsp;assessment&nbsp;and&nbsp;decision&nbsp;-making stages&nbsp;of&nbsp;the&nbsp;process.&nbsp;As a member of the Leadership&nbsp;Forum, champion and help to deliver&nbsp;the strategic direction&nbsp;of the foundation&nbsp;through&nbsp;inter-departmental&nbsp;collaboration&nbsp;to&nbsp;plan&nbsp;and deliver&nbsp;on&nbsp;the&nbsp;OTF&nbsp;business&nbsp;plan.Key&nbsp;Areas&nbsp;of&nbsp;ResponsibilityProgram&nbsp;Management<ul><li>Work&nbsp;collaboratively&nbsp;within&nbsp;the&nbsp;department&nbsp;and&nbsp;across&nbsp;the&nbsp;organization&nbsp;to&nbsp;provide&nbsp;input to and oversee delivery of the Ontario Trillium Foundation Investment Strategy</li><li>Lead Program Managers to deliver accountability and provide excellent customer service</li><li>Oversee volunteer understanding and implementation of the Investment Strategy and OTF policies, processes and standards</li><li>Oversee funding recommendation processes within assigned areas - providing leadership in analysis and resolution of issues and ensuring on-going compliance with policies and standards</li><li>Provide leadership in the analysis and resolution of sometimes contentious and, or complex issues</li><li>Work collaboratively and within assigned areas to oversee and support effective and efficient program delivery (confirming compliance with policies, processes and standards, and ensuring responsive outreach and counselling, accurate and timely assessments, and helpful and accountable monitoring)</li><li>Problem solve and apply good judgement to decision-making</li><li>Feed information as required to corporate reports including quarterly progress on KPIs</li><li>Provide input to the OTF Risk Registry and Framework and implement mitigations to ensure accountable and accessible granting practices and value for money in the use of public funds</li></ul>Strategic Leadership<ul><li>Champion the strategic direction of the Foundation internally and externally</li><li>Provide strategic advice to the Vice President, Granting, on grant issues, and resource management</li><li>Work collaboratively and provide input as required to department and organization al strategies for achieving business plan goals</li><li>Oversee staff and volunteer understanding of OTF priorities, business needs, policies, processes and procedures</li><li>Effectively manage change on an on-going basis</li><li>Provide input on and oversee sustainable measures to mitigate identified risks</li><li>Work collaboratively to develop and implement strategies for achieving departmental and business plan goals (operational and organizational)</li><li>Oversee a local operational budget within the context of a larger department budget</li><li>Oversee training and learning opportunities for staff and volunteers to understand sector and community needs as related to the OTF Investment Strategy</li><li>Collaborate with OTF leaders to successfully deliver the business plan</li></ul>Performance&nbsp;Management<ul><li>Lead, coach, and mentor a high performing team to deliver on OTF’s Investment Strategy and Business plans as applied to Community Investment department priorities and responsibilities</li><li>Support Program Managers located in various parts of the province to provide efficient, effective and excellent customer service</li><li>Provide ongoing guidance, feedback, recognition and coaching to staff</li><li>Drive excellence amongst staff by ensuring robust support, encouraging development opportunities and by helping staff to see the link between their function(s) and the OTF mandate and business plan</li><li>Provide inclusive leadership in employee recruitment, retention and professional development.</li><li>Conduct semi-annual performance reviews with direct reports, and address performance</li><li>problems as they occur</li><li>Support professional development, learning and maintenance of a strong team including succession planning for the future</li><li>Support exceptional delivery of granting through the OTF Investment Strategy</li><li>Identify and manage resources needed to achieve objectives in assigned team areas</li></ul>Financial&nbsp;Management<ul><li>Lead target setting/decision-making of grant allocation targets for assigned area</li><li>Work collaboratively to set and oversee operational budgets for assigned area and within department budget</li><li>Problem solve and apply good judgement to decision-making pertaining to applicant/grantee financial statements, financial health and/or financial capacity</li></ul>Skills and Attributes:<ul><li>Supervisory, leadership and collaborative skills</li><li>Ability to lead a team, be part of a team and maintain a positive attitude</li><li>Ability to think independently</li><li>Conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Ability to use good judgment and exercise good decision-making</li><li>Ability to motivate self and others generating a high level of performance</li><li>Strong understanding of OTF’s Investment Strategy and granting policies</li><li>Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills</li><li>Experience with Change Management</li><li>Resilience and ability to work under the pressure of multiple deadlines and cyclical demands</li><li>Familiarity with Financial Statements</li><li>Experience working in a digital setting - a high degree of comfort with technology and various platforms</li><li>Willingness and ability to travel in Ontario (once encouraged under public health guidelines)</li><li>Granting experience an asset</li><li>Distance management skills an asset</li><li>Bilingualism (French &amp; English) required</li></ul>Leadership&nbsp;Competencies:<ul><li>Inclusive Leadership</li><li>Accountability, Excellence &amp; Agility</li><li>Create a Vision for the Future</li><li>Nurture Growth</li><li>Collaborate</li><li>Lead Change</li><li>Be Decisive</li></ul>Experience&nbsp;and&nbsp;Education:<ul><li>Post-secondary degree in a relevant discipline.</li><li>Five to seven years’ progressive and relevant experience or an acceptable equivalent in education and experience.</li><li>Experience working within a high-performance culture</li><li>Experience building and leading teams in a dynamic environment</li><li>Experience with decision-making and managing change</li><li>Project management experience</li><li>Knowledge of/ experience with the diversity of OTF’s clientele and stakeholder groups</li></ul>How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibilityWe are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.&nbsp;Learn more about the work OTF is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:&nbsp;<ul><li><a href="https://otf.ca/who-we-are/about-us/our-commitments/framework-diversity-equity-and-inclusion" target="_blank">Framework for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion</a></li><li><a href="https://otf.ca/who-we-are/our-policies/accommodation-and-accessibility-policy" target="_blank">Accommodation and Accessibility Policy</a></li><li><a href="https://otf.ca/who-we-are/our-policies/anti-discrimination-policy" target="_blank">Anti-discrimination Policy</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;</li></ul>OTF is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). This job posting falls under the Public Service of Ontario Act, 2006.&nbsp;The use of AI is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants.&nbsp;While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Application Deadline: January 23, 2026Directions for Application:To apply for this position, submit your cover letter and resume online.For more information, please visit our website at:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.otf.ca/" target="_blank">www.otf.ca</a>&nbsp;

Ontario Trillium Foundation

Regional Director, Community Investments

The core purpose of the Association of Ontario Midwives (AOM) is to advance the clinical&nbsp;&nbsp; and professional practice of Indigenous and Registered Midwives in Ontario. We are seeking a full-time Policy Analyst to join our dynamic and progressive organization for a 12-month contract.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Reporting to the Manager, Government Labour and Public Relations, the Policy Analyst is responsible for researching, writing, educating, and advocating on various midwifery and health policy issues. They are responsible for applying knowledge of midwifery and project co-ordination skills to achieve the strategic planning goals of the AOM, including work to close the gender pay gap, to negotiate collective agreements for midwives, and to foster sustainability in the profession.&nbsp;&nbsp;The successful candidate will have:&nbsp;<ul><li>&nbsp;A degree in midwifery or a master’s degree in public policy, health or related field and demonstrated achievement in research and policy development, or professional equivalency</li><li>&nbsp;Education and experience in public policy, health or related field and demonstrated achievement in research and policy development, or professional equivalency&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to interpret and communicate policy and an understanding of risk management within health systems&nbsp;</li><li>Strong understanding of the intersectional nature of the social determinants of health</li><li>Strategic thinking with excellent analytical skills&nbsp;</li><li>Exemplary research, written and oral communication skills&nbsp;</li><li>Strong interest in health equity issues and health policy&nbsp;</li><li>Experience with or knowledge of Ontario midwifery is an asset&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Thorough understanding of health policy development within an association environment&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines and demands&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent initiative and the capacity to work in a self-directed manner&nbsp;</li><li>Ability to work in a fast-paced and challenging environment&nbsp;</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills, including maturity, diplomacy, and ability to create positive and professional relationships with all stakeholders&nbsp;</li><li>High proficiency in MS Office including Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook&nbsp;</li></ul>Position Responsibilities&nbsp;&nbsp;Shared Responsibilities&nbsp;<ul><li>Provides culturally safe service and employ humility when working collaboratively across the organization, particularly with the Indigenous Midwifery (IM) and Health-Care Equity, Quality and Human Rights (HEQHR) departments&nbsp;</li><li>Supports a workplace that is respectful and inclusive; and specifically, works to fulfil the expectations described in the AOM’s Anti-Oppression, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policy</li><li>Engages in organizational trainings and opportunities to promote cultural safety and positive work environments within and across teams&nbsp;</li><li>Works collaboratively within and across teams to ensure high quality programs and services for members&nbsp;</li><li>Provides support to other members of the staff team during periods of high workload</li><li>Supports a workplace that is healthy and safe by engaging in health and safety activities and monitoring the workplace for and reporting hazards to physical and mental health&nbsp;</li><li>Attends and participates in staff and team meetings&nbsp;</li><li>Develops an annual work plan with their manager or director, in the context of the AOM strategic plan&nbsp;</li><li>Ensures coverage of AOM core programs/services during vacations/leaves of other staff</li><li>Assists with AOM conference or conference-related work, as requested &nbsp;</li><li>Contributes to content for communications or publications (this will include a variety of communication tools and strategies, such as web content, member emails and content for either member or public consumption) as requested&nbsp;</li><li>Monitors and contributes updates to the AOM web site as required&nbsp;</li><li>Ensures all external communications comply with AOM Communications Standards&nbsp;&nbsp;</li><li>Ensures appropriate level security of information stored within the AOM&nbsp;</li></ul>&nbsp;Specific Responsibilities<ul><li>Keeps abreast of key issues affecting the AOM, midwifery and health care in the province, nationally and internationally including consulting with the Indigenous midwifery team as needed &nbsp;</li><li>Undertakes research and provides summaries on key issues and policy directives to the Director and/or Manager.&nbsp;</li><li>Proactively identifies and prepares policy papers, briefing notes and background summaries on key policy issues impacting midwifery and the AOM.&nbsp;</li><li>Maintains a working relationship with external stakeholders and represents the AOM on external working groups and projects as assigned.&nbsp;</li><li>Supports committees, work groups and task forces as assigned by the Director and/or Manager.&nbsp;</li><li>Provides member support and develops materials to assist members with issues such as hospital integration, Funding Agreements with the Ministry of Health and employers, and new practice and program proposals.&nbsp;</li><li>Assists the Management Team with strategizing the positioning of AOM grant proposals, research papers and position papers to the government and outside bodies.&nbsp;</li><li>In conjunction with the Director and/or Manager, develops an annual plan for work groups/committees and ensures that deliverables are met.&nbsp;</li><li>Writes presentations for the AOM conference and other venues.&nbsp;</li><li>Gives presentations on policy projects at Board meetings, regional meetings, conferences, etc.</li><li>Meets weekly with Manager to provide status updates on projects and gather feedback and course correction.&nbsp;</li><li>Serves as staff lead on a portfolio of policy topics, responding to developments and initiating work on any of those topics as the need arises.&nbsp;</li><li>Works with communications staff to develop key messaging and communications plans for a range of policy initiatives as required. &nbsp;</li><li>Provides analysis of policy issues within a context of equity, diversity, and human rights and as needed, Indigenous perspectives in consultation with the Indigenous midwifery team &nbsp;</li></ul>Starting Salary:&nbsp;&nbsp; from&nbsp;$68,500 to $85,625 depending on qualifications.Duration and Work Hours:&nbsp;This is a 12-month contract position to backfill a vacant role. The position is 35 hours per week, with an expected start date in February or March 2026.Location: This position is remote; however, the successful candidate will be required to work on-site as needed, typically a few days per month.Artificial Intelligence: AI may be used to assist with the selection process; however, decisions will be made by human resources staff and the hiring committee.Interested candidates can submit a cover letter and resume to Elizabeth Brandeis at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:elizabeth.brandeis@aom.on.ca" target="_blank">elizabeth.brandeis@aom.on.ca</a> Director of Government, Labour and Public Relations, with the subject heading “Policy Analyst” by Friday, January 23 at 3:00 PM.&nbsp;The AOM is committed to inclusive and accessible employment practices. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals who reflect the broad diversity of communities with which we work. The AOM welcomes applications from people with disabilities and, as such, if you require an accommodation to fully participate in our application or hiring processes appropriate accommodations will be provided as required. Please contact&nbsp;<a href="mailto:hro@aom.on.ca" target="_blank">hro@aom.on.ca</a> regarding your request.The AOM is a pro-choice organization, supporting reproductive choice and access to abortion care. This position offers an excellent and dynamic work environment that promotes collaboration and professional development. The organization strives to provide an environment that promotes work life balance.&nbsp;Applications will be held confidential, shared with the selection committee only, and be used only for the purposes of selection for this position.

Association of Ontario Midwives

Policy Analyst (Short-term contract)

About Children’s Healthcare Canada&nbsp;Children’s Healthcare Canada is a national association serving children’s healthcare delivery organizations across the continuum of care. We exist to serve our members and accelerate excellence and innovation in health systems serving children, youth, and their families in Canada. Our team is small but mighty, and we strive to create an inclusive, accessible workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and heard.&nbsp; Children’s Healthcare Canada offers: &nbsp;<ul><li>Hybrid work – a balance of in-office and at-home work;</li><li>Optional HOOPP pension plan participation;</li><li>A passionate, smart, fun, and creative office culture;</li><li>Strong leadership with a focus on training and mentoring to help you grow, expand your skills, and become your professional best.</li></ul>Overall Job PurposeThe main purpose of the Manager of Government Relations and Policy is to support and advance the organization’s advocacy efforts, ensuring Children’s Healthcare Canada is positioned as a trusted thought leader and subject matter expert informing policies and investments that improve children’s experiences and outcomes of care.&nbsp;Reporting to the Director of Public Affairs, the role involves the coordination of regular meetings with Parliamentarians and senior officials,&nbsp; and supports the development of policy statements that guide our advocacy efforts (in close collaboration with the Director of Policy and Practice).&nbsp;The ideal candidate is bilingual, has a minimum of 5 years of experience in policy and government relations, some previous experience in the non-for-profit world and/or healthcare experience. You want to create positive change in child and youth healthcare, are proactive and detail-oriented, and will enjoy working with a small, dynamic team in a collaborative environment.&nbsp;This role will also provide support to other teams and assist in representing the organization in meetings and consultations&nbsp;with interest holders.&nbsp;Key Responsibilities&nbsp;Government Relations:&nbsp;<ul><li>With support from the Director of Public Affairs, contribute to the implementation of&nbsp;the Association’s government relations strategy in accordance with the Association’s overall strategic vision.</li><li>Prepare official correspondence to elected officials, political staff, and public servants.</li><li>Prepare briefing notes, presentations, and other supporting documents, based on political &amp; policy research.</li><li>Plan and coordinate interest holder meetings and related events such as Hill Day or other advocacy activities.</li><li>Maintain data and contacts for government officials and interest holders and ensuring government relations-related documentation is kept up-to-date and filed in centralized sources.&nbsp;</li></ul>Policy:&nbsp;<ul><li>In collaboration with the Director, Policy and Practice, conduct analysis and interpretation of research evidence to prepare background documents, policy briefs, and relevant materials in support of policy and advocacy priorities.</li><li>Ensure alignment of policy and advocacy priorities</li><li>Provide strategic and content support for meetings with external stakeholders, and represent the Association in such meetings.</li><li>Prepare as directed environmental scanning documents that assist members and staff in understanding current trends and implications regarding Children’s Healthcare Canada’s work in the policy area.</li><li>Provide ad hoc GR and policy support to Pediatric Chairs of Canada, a subsidiary of Children’s Healthcare Canada, as required.</li></ul>Other duties:&nbsp;<ul><li>Stay attuned to the activity of the broader associationto anticipate and plan for any opportunities for collaboration.&nbsp;</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONBilingual: proficiency in both of Canada’s official languages PreferredBachelor’s degree in political studies, public policy, public relations, or a related field Essential5 years' experience working in policy or government relations or communications Essential&nbsp;Previous work in the healthcare sector or non-for-profit sector Preferred&nbsp;Experience with developing and implementing government relations strategy Essential&nbsp;Excellent writing skills and ability to adapt language and style of communication to the audience Essential&nbsp;Experience researching and developing policy positions in the healthcare sector EssentialDemonstrate professionalism in communication with all stakeholders Essential&nbsp;A willingness to take proactive steps and initiatives in identifying and addressing challenges EssentialKeen attention to detail in drafting documents and executing strategies Essential&nbsp;A willingness to improve, learn and try new things Essential&nbsp;Demonstrated ability to prioritize, organize competing priorities and manage time Essential &nbsp;To ApplyIf you are interested in this position, please submit your cover letter and CV on or before January 30, 2026, at 17:00 Eastern to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:mprovost@childrenshealthcarecanada.ca" target="_blank">mprovost@childrenshealthcarecanada.ca</a>.&nbsp;

Children's Healthcare Canada

Manager, Government relations and policy

Canadian Federation of Students

Newfoundland and Labrador Lead/Responsable – Terre-Neuve-et-Labrador

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