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About Food Banks CanadaAt Food Banks Canada, our commitment stretches across the nation, tirelessly supporting and enhancing the work of over 5,500 food banks and community organizations. We invest in, advocate for, and bolster their critical efforts. Through diligent research, we delve into the root causes of food insecurity, devising actionable solutions informed by our findings as we work to create a Canada where no one goes hungry.In 2024, Waterstone Human Capital recognized our workplace for embodying one of Canada’s Most Admired™ Corporate Cultures of the year. This distinction highlights best-in-class Canadian organizations with cultures that have helped them enhance performance. For us, performance means advancing our mission and achieving organizational goals collaboratively with a team that is happy, healthy and engaged.Our efforts and impact are expanding, and we're opening doors for passionate, teamwork-driven professionals in search of a career that's both meaningful and captivating. Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset for all our roles at Food Banks Canada as we support Canadians across the country.About the RoleReporting to the Vice President, Advocacy and Research, the Manager, Advocacy and Government Relations will help successfully execute Food Bank Canada’s strategic plan where it concerns government relations, advocacy, and policy development. This includes working directly with government officials, building relationships with network members and government relations practitioners, and building advocacy and outreach campaigns. This role is responsible for supporting Food Bank Canada’s advocacy, government relations and public policy initiatives in collaboration with the food bank network. This role is the subject-matter expert relating to government files within Food Banks Canada. The Manager, Advocacy and Government Relations supports Food Banks Canada advocacy work and is a resource for provincial associations and some local food banks in their provincial and local policy development and government relations activities.What You Will Be Doing<ul><li>Manage a team through performance management, coaching and mentorship, oversight of day-to-day operations, and implementation of annual workplan</li><li>Lead the planning and execution of Food Banks Canada’s government relations and advocacy work</li><li>Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, political staff, and public servants across all levels of government, acting as a liaison on behalf of Food Banks Canada</li><li>Lead the planning and execution of advocacy campaigns that raise awareness and understanding about food insecurity and poverty, and that seek to influence policy change</li><li>Lead a strategy to build advocacy and public policy skills and competencies for the food bank network, to enhance national, provincial, and local advocacy</li><li>Draft briefing material, reports, policy recommendations, and consultation submissions to support Food Banks Canada’s advocacy and government relations work, in collaboration with the Research Department</li><li>Support the development and implementation of tools to measure the impact and effectiveness of advocacy campaigns and government relations activities, and use insights to inform continuous improvement</li><li>Oversee the development of policy positions, and analyzing legislation, regulations, and social trends that affect food insecurity and the food bank network</li><li>Maintain regular contact with provincial associations and provide advice and assistance on advocacy, policy, and government relations</li><li>Partner and lead conversations with other non-profit organizations in the food security, anti-poverty, and social development fields, particularly in relation to the advancement of common public policy recommendations and advocacy collaboration</li><li>Ensure the Advocacy team maintains an in-depth understanding of current issues, trends, and opportunities in Canada and understands their impact on Food Banks Canada’s mission, vision, and strategy</li><li>Effectively communicate Food Banks Canada’s key messages to external audiences through presentations, briefing materials, and other communication materials, as required</li><li>Ensure compliance with Food Banks Canada’s policies and statutory obligations, including but not limited to the Lobbying Act</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>What You Will Need<ul><li>Completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent, preferably in political science</li><li>Minimum 4 years’ relevant experience</li><li>Experience working in a team environment across multiple stakeholder groups both internal and external, preferably in a political setting</li><li>Eligible to be a registered federal and provincial lobbyist</li><li>Advanced knowledge and experience organizing effective advocacy campaigns, strategies, and tactics</li><li>Experience working in federal politics is an asset</li><li>Deep knowledge of Canada’s political systems and an understanding of how public policy is implemented</li><li>Nuanced, strategic understanding of government processes and policy development</li><li>Experience as a people manager, is considered an asset</li><li>Strong understanding of poverty and hunger in Canada</li><li>Bilingualism (English/French) is an asset</li></ul>Working Conditions<ul><li>Full-time, Monday-Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work</li><li>This position is home-based and must be located within 100km of Ottawa, Ontario.</li><li>Occasional travel within Canada may be required.</li></ul>Application InformationIf this opportunity to work with an exciting, growing, national non-profit appeals to you<a href="https://engagedhr.teamtailor.com/jobs/6551052-manager-advocacy-government-relations?promotion=1652283-trackable-share-link-charityvillage" target="_blank">, please apply with your cover letter and resume</a>. Additional information on this role can be found in the <a href="https://engagedhr.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Job-Description-Manager-Advocacy-and-Government-Relations-Final.pdf" target="_blank">full job description</a>.This posting will remain open until Wednesday, Oct 15, 2025.We look forward to hearing from and connecting with you!Food Banks Canada believes that diversity is the cornerstone of excellence within our team and mirrors the community we serve. We warmly invite candidates of all genders, ethnicities, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and abilities to apply. Committed to an accessible recruitment journey, Food Banks Canada ensures a barrier-free experience. Should you be approached for a job opportunity, please reach out to <a href="mailto:daniel@engagedhr.com" target="_blank">daniel@engagedhr.com</a> if you require accommodations.We thank all those who apply but only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Food Banks Canada

Manager, Advocacy & Government Relations

AFHTO Senior Manager Advocacy and Government Relations 1 


Senior Manager, Advocacy and Government Relations 
Position Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE) 
Reports To: Director, Strategy, Policy and System Transformation 
Location: Hybrid (Toronto-based office and remote. This role is intended to be external facing 
requiring in-person meetings, event attendance etc. in the Greater Toronto Area specifically. Travel 
across Ontario is also expected 15% of the role) 
Organization: Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario (AFHTO) 
Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 
Closing date: October 15, 2025 
To apply, please complete the form on our website <a href="http://www.afhto.ca/careers" target="_blank">www.afhto.ca/careers</a> 

 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 


Position Summary 

AFHTO is seeking a politically astute, strategic communicator to join our team as Senior Manager, 
Advocacy and Government Relations. This mid-level leadership role is central to building and 
maintaining AFHTO’s presence and credibility with government, political decision-makers, and 
system stakeholders. It also ensures that our members’ experiences and operational realities help 
shape health system transformation. 

At AFHTO, our approach to advocacy is collaborative, constructive, and grounded in evidence and 
operations. We work to advance system change by identifying real-world implementation 
challenges and bringing forward practical, policy-informed solutions. This role is critical in ensuring 
that decision-makers understand the value of team-based primary care—and that AFHTO and its 
members remain trusted, solutions-oriented partners in Ontario’s health system. 

Key Responsibilities 

Government Relations &amp; Political Engagement 

 • Build and manage strategic relationships with elected officials, ministerial staff, and senior 
civil servants. 

 • Lead or support high-level meetings with government stakeholders, preparing customized 
briefs, talking points, and policy recommendations. 

 • Monitor political developments and identify opportunities for engagement aligned with 
AFHTO’s policy and system priorities. 

<a href="www.afhto.ca/careers">www.afhto.ca/careers</a>

 
AFHTO Senior Manager Advocacy and Government Relations 2 


 • Act as a credible, professional representative of AFHTO with political and bureaucratic 
partners. 

 • Manage relationships with external vendors and/or consultants in the government relations, 
public relations and/or strategic communication space 

Advocacy Strategy &amp; Policy Influence 

 • Lead or contribute to the development of advocacy strategies and campaigns that reflect 
member insights and align with AFHTO’s mission. 

 • Translate operational challenges into clear, evidence-informed policy positions that support 
system improvement. 

 • Develop persuasive advocacy materials, including issue briefs, stakeholder 
communications, and government submissions. 

 • Emphasize non-partisan, collaborative advocacy approaches that build trust and long-
term influence. 

Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Strategic Communications 

 • Lead a significant part of AFHTO’s external communication efforts – you are a ‘doer’ 

 • Collaborate with internal teams to develop strategic messaging that strengthens AFHTO’s 
reputation and visibility in the system. 

 • Ensure communications to external audiences (e.g., government, Ontario Health, 
associations, media) reflect AFHTO’s values and priorities. 

 • Support the CEO and senior leaders with materials and messaging for public speaking, 
stakeholder meetings, or government engagement. 

 • Contribute (plan, design, execute) to the organizations outreach efforts through digital 
communication, newsletters etc. 

Member Engagement for Policy Mobilization 

 • Facilitate channels for member input into advocacy and policy development, ensuring 
grassroots issues inform AFHTO’s external efforts. 

 • Prepare members for effective local and provincial engagement through toolkits, training, 
and messaging support. 

 • Promote alignment between member activities and AFHTO’s system-facing strategy. 

Advocacy School &amp; Leadership Development 


 
AFHTO Senior Manager Advocacy and Government Relations 3 


 • Lead the launch and ongoing development of AFHTO’s Advocacy School, a new initiative 
designed to build the leadership capacity of members and stakeholders to influence health 
system decision-making. Includes managing faculty, vendors and volunteers. 

 • Grow and engage a network of AFHTO advocates by developing training, resources, and 
mentorship opportunities focused on storytelling, strategic messaging, and evidence-based 
decision-making. 

Conference &amp; Content Alignment 

 • Work with the conference and programs team to ensure that AFHTO’s annual conference 
and related platforms amplify advocacy messages and policy priorities. As well, as leverage 
the opportunity to seek critical input into AFHTO’s policy and advocacy work direct from 
members. 

 • Identify speakers, themes, or sessions that reinforce AFHTO’s system influence and profile. 

Qualifications and Experience 

Required: 

 • 5–8 years of experience in government relations, political engagement, public affairs, or 
policy advocacy—ideally in health or non-profit sectors. 

 • Strong knowledge of Ontario’s political and policy environment, especially in health care. 

 • Proven ability to build relationships and lead discussions with government officials, political 
staff, and senior system stakeholders. 

 • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience developing policy briefs, 
strategic messaging, and advocacy content. 

 • Strong political judgment, professionalism, and discretion. 

 • Collaborative mindset and ability to coordinate across internal teams and external 
audiences. 

Preferred: 

 • Experience in a member-based or health association environment. 

 • Familiarity with team-based primary care models and the Ontario Health system 
landscape. 

 • Experience designing advocacy campaigns or integrating policy messaging into conferences 
or public events. 


Why Work at AFHTO 


 
AFHTO Senior Manager Advocacy and Government Relations 4 


AFHTO represents over 180 team-based primary care organizations across Ontario. We are 
committed to advancing high-quality, comprehensive, and equitable care. Our small but highly 
effective team works collaboratively with members, government, and system partners to support 
meaningful and lasting change in primary care. 

We offer: 

 • A flexible, hybrid work environment. 

 • A values-based, mission-driven culture. 

 • Opportunities to directly shape health system transformation through practical, strategic 
work. 

AFHTO is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment 
and selection process. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all 
backgrounds, including those from equity-deserving communities. 

AFHTO is committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process in 
accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human 
Rights Code. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact us at [insert 
contact method], and we will work with you to meet your needs. 

 
 This posting will remain open until the position is filled. AFHTO reserves the right to close the 
posting early or modify the recruitment process at its discretion. 


How to Apply 

To apply, please complete the form on our website Careers | AFHTO <a href="http://www.afhto.ca/careers" target="_blank">www.afhto.ca/careers</a> 
 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. 
Closing date: October 15, 2025 


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Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario

Senior Manager, Advocacy and Government Relations

The Bilingual Coordinator, National Online Community of Practice (CoP) is responsible for increasing engagement and awareness of the platform, SettleNet.Org, which supports continual learning, collaboration and sharing of expertise across a national network of service practitioners. The Bilingual Coordinator, National Online Community of Practice (CoP), plays a key role collaborating with stakeholders and experts nationally to develop and deliver high-quality content, relevant and engaging professional development, collaboration, and networking opportunities for Canada’s settlement practitioners.&nbsp;The Bilingual Coordinator, National Online Community of Practice (CoP), works closely with the CoP staff, other OCASI staff, and key stakeholders to ensure the ongoing growth and development of SettleNet.Org.The Coordinator will be committed to and aware of equity, access to services, anti-racism and anti-oppression, gender justice, and anti-poverty as it relates to immigrants and refugees.

Ontario Council of Agencies Serving Immigrants

Bilingual Coordinator, National Community of Practice (CoP)

Canadian Federation of Students

Executive Director/ Directrice.eur Exécutif.ve

Director of Policy, Advocacy, and Government Relations 
Rainbow Railroad 
Reports to the Head of Engagement 
Full-time, permanent (40 hours/week) 
Location: Toronto ON or Ottawa ON (with international travel) 
Start Date: January 7, 2026 
 
 
About Rainbow Railroad 
 
Rainbow Railroad is an international nonprofit organization that helps LGBTQI+ people facing 
persecution find pathways to safety. Since our founding in 2006, we have supported over 25,000 
at-risk LGBTQI+ people and have become a global leader in advocating for LGBTQI+ rights within 
the context of forced displacement. We work at the intersection of LGBTQI+ identities and 
forced displacement as direct service providers, advocates, thought leaders, and movement 
strategists. Our mission is guided by a commitment to becoming a refugee-led and 
refugee-informed organization, centering the voices, leadership, and experiences of LGBTQI+ 
people affected by forced displacement. 
 
Rainbow Railroad is a registered charity in Canada and a U.S. 501(c)3 organization with offices in 
Toronto and New York. 
 
Position Overview 
 
Rainbow Railroad is seeking an experienced policy and advocacy professional to join our team 
as Director of Policy, Advocacy, and Government Relations. This is a mid-level leadership 
position that plays a central role in shaping and executing the organization’s global and 
domestic (U.S. &amp; Canada) policy and advocacy agenda. Reporting to the Head of Engagement, 
and working closely with the Director of Engagement, the Director will lead the organization’s 
public policy work, government relations strategy, and advocacy initiatives. The ideal candidate 
will have a demonstrated record of influencing public policy, developing effective campaigns, 
and working collaboratively across departments and sectors. They will bring a deep 
understanding of global LGBTQI+ rights and the forced displacement crisis. The Director will 
also be an effective public speaker and experienced community organizer, with the ability to 
engage a wide range of stakeholders including government agencies and political 
representatives, international and non-governmental organizations, media, donors, and 
grassroots movements. The Director of Policy, Advocacy, and Government Relations will be 
critical to actualizing Rainbow Railroad’s vision of becoming a refugee-led organization, one that 
meaningfully engages LGBTQI+ people affected by forced displacement as equal partners in 
decision-making processes that impact their lives and communities. 
 
 


Key Responsibilities 
 
Policy and Government Relations 

â Lead Rainbow Railroad’s key policy priorities with states and international bodies, 
advancing tactics and strategies to secure important policy outcomes in alignment with 
the organization’s key priorities. 

â Actively anticipate, monitor, and analyze the domestic and international political 
landscape and policy developments related to LGBTQI+ rights, refugee protection, and 
forced displacement. 

â Cultivate and maintain relationships with policymakers, government agencies, 
multilateral institutions and coalitions in Canada, the U.S., and internationally. 

â Prepare policy briefs, position statements, letters, and advocacy materials for 
government audiences. 

â Coordinate Rainbow Railroad’s political engagement activities and involvement in 
government advisory bodies, such as the Community-Government of Canada 
Partnership Committee of the 2SLGBTQI+ Secretariat. 

 
Advocacy and Movement Building 

â Alongside the Director of Engagement, represent Rainbow Railroad in domestic (U.S. &amp; 
Canada) and international advocacy networks and coalitions such as ILGA, Equal Rights 
Coalition, UN LGBTI Core Group, CSW LBTI Caucus, Council for Global Equality, Refugee 
Council USA, Dignity Network Canada, From Borders to Belonging, and the Canadian 
Council for Refugees. 

â In collaboration with the Director of Protection Initiatives, advance our Queer Forced 
Displacement Initiative (QFDI) through state-led engagement and movement building. 

â Lead our United Nations events strategy by leveraging our ECOSOC status to increase 
Rainbow Railroad and international partner participation at key UN events and high-level 
convenings. 

â In collaboration with the Director of Engagement, build domestic (U.S. &amp; Canada) and 
international partnerships with grassroots organizations, Human Rights Defenders, local 
networks and refugee-led initiatives to inform and strengthen advocacy. 

â Plan and coordinate virtual and in-person advocacy events and campaigns. 
 
Communications, Research, and Thought Leadership 

â In collaboration with the Communications team, co-develop key publications such as the 
Annual Report on the State of Global LGBTQI+ Persecution and other thematic reports. 

â Co-draft op-eds, blogs, issue briefs, and public statements on topics that align with our 
strategic priorities. 

â Ensure evidence-based advocacy by identifying data gaps and contributing to 
independent and collaborative knowledge production on LGBTQI+ forced displacement. 

â Serve as a spokesperson for Rainbow Railroad at conferences, donor events, and in the 
media. 


 
Operational Excellence and Team Leadership 

â Establish an internal mechanism to regularly brief colleagues on relevant policy and 
advocacy developments that are consequential to the programming and strategic 
direction of the organization. 

â Collaborate with directors across teams to ensure coordinated advocacy efforts. 
â Work with the Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) team to define and track 

portfolio-related outcomes and impact in Salesforce. 
â Supervise and provide leadership to staff and interns working on policy, advocacy, and 

government relations. 
â Provide coaching, sponsorship, mentorship, and professional development guidance to 

officers and senior officers including cross-functional staff engaged in advocacy work. 
â Contribute to a healthy and desirable team culture by modeling collaborative and 

inclusive leadership practices. 
â Ensure effective work planning, delegation, and regular performance feedback for staff 

under your leadership that is aligned with organizational policies, priorities, and capacity. 
â Collaborate with the Head of Engagement to identify opportunities for team growth, 

resource allocation, and skill development. 
 
Required Skills &amp; Experience 
 

â Undergraduate degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Law or 
related field (advanced degree preferred). 

â 6+ years of experience in public policy, advocacy, and/or government relations. 
â 3+ years of experience managing teams. 
â Strong leadership skills, with demonstrated ability to support team performance, 

delegate effectively, and build team culture aligned with equity and inclusion values. 
â Strong organizational, project management, and analytical skills. 
â Deep understanding of LGBTQI+ rights, refugee protection, and forced displacement 

issues globally. 
â Experience working with displaced communities. 
â Proven track record of influencing policy at the international and national levels. 
â Familiarity with Canadian and U.S. political systems. 
â Excellent written and oral communication skills, including experience as a spokesperson 

or media representative. 
â Solutions-oriented with a facility for strategic and design thinking. 
â Ability to work in a fast-growing, mission-driven organization with international impact. 
â Excellent data management skills and proficiency in Salesforce and cloud services. 
â Capacity to work effectively and exercise good judgment. 
â Ability to maintain a flexible schedule, sometimes shifting work hours as needed to 

enable Rainbow Railroad’s participation in critical domestic (U.S. &amp; Canada) and 
international events and meetings. 


 
Application Details 
 
Application Deadline: 
October 17, 2025 
 
Compensation Package: 
$90,000 CAD starting salary plus a comprehensive benefits package including HSA, health and 
dental insurance, three weeks vacation, 16 wellness days, and a two-week holiday closure at the 
end of the year. 
 
Application Process: 
Please submit your application through the portal link here: 
<a href="https://secure.collage.co/jobs/rainbowrailroad/56475" target="_blank">https://secure.collage.co/jobs/rainbowrailroad/56475</a> 
 
Rainbow Railroad is dedicated to building an organization that reflects the diversity of the 
communities we serve. This includes diversity across race, ancestry, culture, languages spoken, 
immigration status, age, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, 
and socioeconomic background. Requests for accommodation due to disability can be made at 
any stage in the recruitment process. Please email <a href="mailto:hire@rainbowrailroad.org" target="_blank">hire@rainbowrailroad.org</a> for inquiries.

Rainbow Railroad

Director of Policy, Advocacy, and Government Relations

***Ouvert uniquement aux citoyens canadiens et aux résidents permanents du Canada***Type d’affectation : Volontariat international canadien&nbsp;Numéro d’affectation : VA-107005Titre du poste : Conseiller-ère aux entreprises commerciales et recherche de solutions vertesPartnenaire : Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Côte d’IvoirePays : Côte d’IvoireDurée : 4 à 5 moisEngagement en temps : Temps plein<h2>Contexte de l’affectation</h2>Vous êtes passionné-e par le développement durable et la réduction de l'empreinte carbone des entreprises ? Vous avez des talents extraordinaires en matière de conception et de développement de politiques&nbsp;organisationnelles ?&nbsp;En tant que conseiller-ère en recherche de solutions vertes pour&nbsp;les entreprises commerciales&nbsp;à la Chambre de Commerce et d’industrie à Abidjan, vous contribuerez à l’amélioration des compétences des membres de l’organisation et des entreprises de Côte d’Ivoire !Postulez dès aujourd’hui pour contribuer au renforcement des jeunes entrepreneur-es en Côte d’Ivoire !<h2>Rôles et responsabilités</h2><ul><li>Appuyer la Chambre de Commerce dans l’identification des besoins en formation des employé-es et des entreprises en matière de durabilité environnementale et de solutions vertes&nbsp;</li><li>Soutenir les entreprises dans l’application de solutions respectueuses de l’environnement dans le cadre de leurs activités&nbsp;</li><li>Appuyer la Chambre de Commerce à concevoir et mettre en œuvre des politiques et stratégies de durabilité environnementale en faveur des entreprises&nbsp;</li><li>Appuyer la formation des entreprises sur les pratiques respectueuses de l’environnement</li><li>Participer à la formation préalable à l’affectation</li><li>Participer à au moins trois initiatives d’engagement du public canadien avant, pendant ou dans les six mois suivant la fin de l’affectation. Les volontaires disposeront des outils, de la formation, des fonds et du soutien nécessaires pour atteindre leurs objectifs. Les volontaires devront également rendre compte de chacune de leurs activités d’engagement du public par le biais de notre portail d’information des volontaires. Des rencontres individuelles virtuelles pourront être organisées avec l’Agent(e) principal(e) d’engagement du public tout au long de leur affectation et durant les six mois suivant sa fin, afin d’obtenir des conseils et un soutien dans leurs efforts.</li><li>Les volontaires canadiens sont tenus de réaliser au moins une activité qui contribue à atteindre l’objectif de collecte de fonds de 1 500 dollars. L’exigence minimale est remplie par chaque volontaire qui utilise notre portail d’information sur les volontaires, signalant qu’il a envoyé un message à son réseau au sujet de son affectation de volontaire, et qui comprend le lien vers la page web du Fonds d’impact partagé de l’EUMC. Ce message compte également comme l’une des trois activités d’engagement du public requises. Les volontaires recevront les outils, la formation et le soutien nécessaires pour atteindre l’objectif de collecte de fonds.</li><li>Soumettre des rapports selon les exigences de l’organisme partenaire et de l’EUMC.</li></ul><h2>Expérience et qualifications</h2><ul><li>Diplôme et/ou formation en économie verte, développement durable ou dans un domaine connexe</li><li>Au moins deux (2) ans d'expérience professionnelle pertinente dans votre domaine d'expertise</li><li>Expérience démontrée avec les méthodes, les outils et les techniques de formation traditionnels et modernes</li><li>Capacité à vulgariser des informations complexes à des publics variés</li><li>Expérience de renforcement de capacités sur les sujets tels que le leadership, la gestion d’entreprise, la gestion de coopération, etc.</li><li>Un engagement en faveur de l'égalité des genres, et de l'inclusion des jeunes&nbsp;</li><li>Flexibilité, adaptabilité, excellentes compétences interpersonnelles et sensibilité culturelle</li><li>Expérience de l'animation de groupes et de formations, y compris l'élaboration de contenu, considérée comme un atout</li><li>Une expérience de vie et de travail à l'international est considérée comme un atout</li><li>Maîtrise du français écrit et oral.</li></ul><h2>Description du projet</h2>L’Entraide universitaire mondiale du Canada (EUMC) est une organisation canadienne à but non lucratif qui se consacre à offrir des possibilités d’éducation, d’emploi et d’autonomisation aux femmes et aux jeunes du monde entier. En Côte d’Ivoire, l’EUMC soutient les jeunes, en particulier les jeunes femmes, autour de deux thèmes : l’entrepreneuriat des jeunes et l’égalité des sexes, par le biais du projet IGNI+E. IGNI+E est un programme canadien de coopération volontaire internationale et de développement de premier plan, mis en œuvre par l’EUMC. Il est mis en œuvre grâce à la générosité des Canadien·nes et au soutien financier du gouvernement du Canada, par l’intermédiaire d’Affaires mondiales Canada.<h2>Description du partenaire</h2>Créer par arrêté du gouverneur Général en date du 23 décembre 1908 à Grand-Bassam, la Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Côte d’Ivoire est un organisme chargé de représenter les intérêts des entreprises commerciales, industrielles et de services, d’assurer la formation des entrepreneurs et d’apporter un appui aux entreprises. Le 17 mai 1963, les Chambres d’industrie et les Chambres d’agriculture sont organisées séparément par décret. Toutefois, la forte imbrication entre l’industrie et le commerce amène, le 8 janvier 1992, le gouvernement ivoirien à regrouper ces activités dans une même chambre placée sous la tutelle du ministère du commerce et de l’industrie. Interface entre les pouvoirs publics et le secteur privé, la Chambre de Commerce et d’Industrie de Côte d’Ivoire est une institution d’appui aux entreprises.<h2>Paquet de soutien</h2><ul><li>Soutien et conseils de l’équipe de l’EUMC avant l’affectation et de l’équipe de l’EUMC dans le pays pendant l’affectation.</li><li>Formation avant l’affectation pour en apprendre davantage sur le programme de volontariat pour le développement, acquérir des compétences pratiques pour vivre et travailler dans un contexte interculturel et établir un réseau avec d’autres volontaires.</li><li>Orientation dans le pays d’affectation de l’EUMC</li><li>Formation linguistique dans le pays d’affectation, si nécessaire</li><li>Allocation de subsistance mensuelle modeste</li><li>Billet d’avion à destination et en provenance du pays d’affectation</li><li>Visa/Permis de travail</li><li>Examen médical avant l’affectation</li><li>Assurance maladie</li><li>Vaccinations et médicaments antipaludiques</li><li>Vérification du casier judiciaire</li><li>Droit aux congés annuels</li><li>Bilan à la fin de l’affectation</li><li>Une opportunité incroyable d’apporter une contribution significative au développement mondial, d’améliorer vos compétences professionnelles et de participer à une expérience unique!</li></ul>

World University Service of Canada (WUSC)

Conseiller-ère aux entreprises commerciales et recherche de solutions vertes  | Côte d’Ivoire | Volontariat international canadien

365 Bloor St. E., Suite 800 | Toronto, ON M4W 3L4 | T. 416.425.9974 1.866.418.3773 | F. 416.425.6905 | OntarioMidwives.ca 

Internal/External Job Posting – 
Policy Analyst, Indigenous Midwifery 

The core purpose of the Association of Ontario Midwives (AOM) is to advance the clinical 
and professional practice of Indigenous and Registered Midwives in Ontario. We are seeking a 
full-time Policy Analyst, Indigenous Midwifery, to join our dynamic and progressive organization. 

Reporting to the Manager of the Indigenous Midwifery department, the IM Policy Analyst is 
responsible for researching, writing, educating and advocating on Indigenous midwifery and 
health policy issues, to achieve the strategic goals of the AOM. 

The successful candidate will have: 

 • Experience working with/for Indigenous communities/organizations in the area of 
health with a proven track record of building collaborative and accountable 
relationships 

 • Lived experience or knowledge of the consequences of the colonization of 
Indigenous people, including the impact of pervasive racism and trauma on both an 
individual and structural level is desirable 

 • Excellent written and oral communication skills 

 • Demonstrated strength in policy analysis and recommendation 

 • In-depth knowledge of cultural protocols, history and cultural values of Indigenous 
people is a requirement 

 • Ability to demonstrate culturally safe communications with Indigenous peoples is a 
requirement 

 • Strong understanding of the intersectional nature of the social and cultural 
determinants of Indigenous health is a requirement 

 • Able to build trusting relationships with members, rights holders and stakeholders by 
having the skill set to bridge the gap between Indigenous ways of communication and 
non- Indigenous ways of communication 

 • Able to work independently on own initiative as well as collaboratively in a team 
environment is a requirement 

 • Excellent interpersonal skills, including maturity, diplomacy, and ability to create 
positive and professional relationships with all stakeholders is required 

 • Experience working in the area of midwifery is an asset 


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 • An understanding of federal and provincial Indigenous health policy and 
stakeholders and the implications for Indigenous midwives and communities in 
Ontario is an asset 

 • Master’s degree in public policy, Indigenous governance or health is an asset 

 • Exemplary research, written and oral communication skills 

 • Strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills 

 • Strong interest in health issues and health policy 

 • Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, deadlines and demands 

 • Able to be flexible and work in a fast paced and challenging environment 

 • Able to organize and prioritize tasks as required 

 • Highly proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook 

 • Experience working in MS Excel would be an asset 

Starting Salary: from $68,500 to $85,625 depending on qualifications. 

This is a full-time permanent position of 35 hours per week. 

This position is remote, but the successful candidate will be expected to travel to Toronto for special 
events 1-3 times per year. 

Interested candidates can submit a cover letter and resume to Human Resources at <a href="mailto:hro@aom.on.ca" target="_blank">hro@aom.on.ca</a> 
with the subject heading “Perm Policy Analyst, Indigenous Midwifery” by Wednesday, October 8 
at 12:00 PM. 

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 <a href="mailto:ingrid.wu@aom.on.ca" target="_blank">ingrid.wu@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. 

<a href="mailto:hro@aom.on.ca" target="_blank">mailto:hro@aom.on.ca</a>
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The AOM recognizes the profound value of a racially diverse, decolonized and anti-racist 
workplace and midwifery sector, and is committed to actively work to dismantle systemic racism 
and inequity in the workplace and within healthcare (see AOM’s Racial Justice Position Statement 
and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Position Statement). 

Applications will be held confidential, shared with the selection committee only, and be used only 
for the purposes of selection for this position. 
 
Full Job Description attached. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


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Position Description - Policy Analyst, Indigenous 
Midwifery 
 

Reports to: Manager, Indigenous Midwifery 

The Policy Analyst, Indigenous Midwifery is responsible for researching, writing, educating 
and advocating on Indigenous midwifery and health policy issues, to achieve the strategic 
goals of the AOM. 

 
Position Responsibilities: 

Shared Responsibilities 

 • 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 

 • 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 

 • Engages in organizational trainings and opportunities to promote cultural safety and positive 
work environments within and across teams 

 • Works collaboratively within and across teams to ensure high quality programs and services 
for members 

 • Provides support to other members of the staff team during periods of high workload 

 • 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 

 • Attends and participates in staff and team meetings 

 • Develops an annual work plan with their manager or director, in the context of the AOM 
strategic plan 

 • Ensures coverage of AOM core programs/services during vacations/leaves of other staff 

 • Assists with AOM conference or conference-related work, as requested 

 • 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 

 • Monitors and contributes updates the AOM web site as required 


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 • Ensures all external communications comply with AOM Communications Standards 

 • Ensures appropriate level security of information stored within the AOM 
 
 

Specific Responsibilities 

External Partnerships and Relationships 

 • Maintains a working relationship with external partners and stakeholders and rights 
holders and represents the AOM on working groups and projects as assigned 

 • Provides member support to Indigenous midwives and develops materials to assist those 
members with issues 

 • Develops and implements strategic workplans to action key areas of work that promote the 
restoration and renewal of Indigenous midwifery 

 • Engage in and develops organizational trainings and opportunities to promote cultural 
safety and positive work environments within and AOM staff, the midwifery profession, 
and health care system 

 • Develops and participates in presentation of materials and educational sessions regarding 
Indigenous midwifery to staff and at conferences and webinars as required 

 • Participates as required as a member on committees, circles, task forces or working groups, 
providing support to the Director, Chair and midwifery members of those groups 

 • Works collaboratively with the QRM team to provide risk management support to Indigenous 
midwives and Aboriginal midwives 

 • Develops briefing notes as required for the Board of Director, various government 
ministries, the Indigenous midwifery team, and Indigenous and Aboriginal midwives 
in Ontario 

 • Assists the Manager, Indigenous Midwifery and Director, Indigenous Midwifery, in 
developing annual plans for work groups/committees and ensures that deliverables 
are met 

Policy Analysis 

 • 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 

 • Undertakes research and provides summaries on key issues and policy directives to 
the Manager and Director 

 • Prepares policy papers, briefing notes, background summaries, presentations and 
recommendations on key policy issues impacting Indigenous midwifery and the 
AOM 

 • Contributes to the analysis of policy issues within a context of equity, diversity, 


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human rights and Indigenous self-determination 
 • Writes grant proposals, reports to the AOM Board, MOHLTC, briefing notes to staff, 

etc., as required 
 • Tracks deliverables for Indigenous midwifery and Indigenous health projects they 

lead 
 • Assists the management team to develop strategic approaches to AOM grant 

proposals, research papers and position papers submitted to the government and 
outside bodies including rights holders 

 • Keeps current on key issues affecting AOM regarding Indigenous midwifery at the 
international, national and provincial levels 

 • Proactively identifies key issues that may impact the profession and the AOM with 
respect to Indigenous midwifery, and provides briefing notes as required on these 
issues 

 • Supports committees/work groups/task forces as assigned by the Director 
 • Monitors and updates the AOM website in relation to the Indigenous midwifery area 

and related communications areas 
 • Submits articles for AOM publications including electronic media 
 
 
Cross Departmental work 

 • Works collaboratively with AOM Board and staff to support work involving Indigenous 
midwives including: 

 • Works collaboratively with the Clinical Practice Guidelines team to ensure existing and 
new CPGs and knowledge translation materials are culturally appropriate for Indigenous 
midwives and communities 

 • Works collaboratively with the Membership department to ensure communications to 
Aboriginal midwives and Indigenous midwives are supported as required 

 • Works collaboratively as required with the AOM’s Communications team on the 
development of educational materials, presentations, and the online and social media 
presence of Indigenous midwifery work at the AOM 

 • Works with the AOM’s Communications team to develop key messaging and 
communications plans for a range of policy initiatives as required and to support the work 
of the Outreach and Community Engagement Specialist, Indigenous Midwifery 

 • Works with the AOM’s Policy team on intersecting issues that affect Indigenous, rural and 
remote communities 

 • Identifies the ongoing needs of Indigenous midwives and shares this information across 
the teams at the AOM 

 • Other duties as assigned 


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Key Competencies 

 • Experience working with/for Indigenous communities/organizations in the area of 
health with a proven track record of building collaborative and accountable 
relationships 

 • Lived experience or knowledge of the consequences of the colonization of 
Indigenous people, including the impact of pervasive racism and trauma on both an 
individual and structural level is desirable 

 • Excellent written and oral communication skills 

 • Demonstrated strength in policy analysis and recommendation 

 • In-depth knowledge of cultural protocols, history and cultural values of Indigenous 
people is a requirement 

 • Ability to demonstrate culturally safe communications with Indigenous peoples is a 
requirement 

 • Strong understanding of the intersectional nature of the social and cultural 
determinants of Indigenous health is a requirement 

 • Able to build trusting relationships with members, rights holders and stakeholders by 
having the skill set to bridge the gap between Indigenous ways of communication and 
non- Indigenous ways of communication 

 • Able to work independently on own initiative as well as collaboratively in a team 
environment is a requirement 

 • Excellent interpersonal skills, including maturity, diplomacy, and ability to create 
positive and professional relationships with all stakeholders is required 

 • Experience working in the area of midwifery is an asset 
 • An understanding of federal and provincial Indigenous health policy and stakeholders 

and the implications for Indigenous midwives and communities in Ontario is an asset 

 • Master’s degree in public policy, Indigenous governance or health is an asset 

 • Exemplary research, written and oral communication skills 

 • Strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills 

 • Strong interest in health issues and health policy 

 • Ability to manage multiple tasks, projects, deadlines and demands 

 • Able to be flexible and work in a fast paced and challenging environment 

 • Able to organize and prioritize tasks as required 


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 • Highly proficient in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook 

 • Experience working in MS Excel would be an asset 
 
 


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</ul>

Association of Ontario Midwives

Policy Analyst, Indigenous Midwifery

JOB POSTING 

Job Title: Union Representative 

Salary: Subject to collective agreement 

Location: Nova Scotia (Dartmouth office) 

The Service Employees International Union Local 2 (SEIU Local 2) is a 20,000-member organization that 

represents workers in British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia. 

We are currently seeking a Union Representative to work out of our Dartmouth, Nova Scotia office. 

Position: 

The Union Representative is responsible for assisting SEIU Local 2 members in negotiating and enforcing 

their collective agreement. The Union Representative mobilizes members to build worker power in the 

workplace and raise standards across the sectors they work. 

Duties include: 

 • Identifying, training and activating workplace leaders. 

 • Engaging membership through workplace meetings, surveys and campaigns. 

 • Representing workers in disciplinary and grievance meetings. 

 • Enforcing the collective agreement through grievances. 

 • Enforcing labour laws through various complaint mechanisms. 

 • Negotiating collective agreements. 

 • Training worker-leaders. 

Qualifications: 

 • Experience administering collective agreements. 

 • Excellent written and oral communication skills. 

 • Demonstrated commitment to member-driven unionism and/or experience as a social justice 

activist. 

 • Valid Drivers license and vehicle. 

 • Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs. 

 • Experience in external organizing methods a plus. 

 • Strong aptitude for managing online database systems. 

Send resume to: 

<a href="mailto:kkirkland@seiulocal2.ca" target="_blank">kkirkland@seiulocal2.ca</a> 
 

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