Senior Policy Analyst – Analyste principal en politiques publiques

Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages

. Lead the development and implementation of policy strategies advancing the Office's mandate .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeOttawa • CanadaSenior💰 CA$83,862 - CA$115,404 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in policy development and analysis, particularly in Indigenous language revitalization and community engagement. Capable of providing strategic policy advice and synthesizing complex information into actionable insights while fostering trust-based relationships with Indigenous communities.

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Policy DevelopmentIndigenous Language RevitalizationCommunity EngagementStrategic Policy AdviceProject Management

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Hard Skills

Policy AnalysisQualitative Data SynthesisQuantitative Data IntegrationBriefing PreparationIssue AnalysisIndigenous Governance KnowledgeCulturally-Grounded Engagement PracticesLegislative MonitoringDecision-Making ProcessesAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

CollaborationCultural CompetencyCommunication SkillsSound JudgmentInitiative

Certifications & Qualifications

Graduate Degree in Public PolicyGraduate Degree in Public AdministrationGraduate Degree in Indigenous StudiesGraduate Degree in Social Sciences

Industry Keywords

Indigenous Languages ActTRC Calls to ActionDistinctions-Based ApproachesFederal Policy EnvironmentProvincial/Territorial Policy Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development and implementation of policy strategies advancing the Office's mandate
Develop, analyze, and refine policy approaches supporting Indigenous language revitalization across Canada
Bridge community engagement with policy through reciprocal, trust-based relationships with Indigenous communities, partners, and stakeholders/rightsholders
Lead development of strategic, policy-based approaches grounded in Indigenous knowledge systems
Provide strategic policy advice and recommendations to senior leadership on complex and emerging issues
Prepare briefing materials, speaking notes, and issue analyses
Lead the design, management, and implementation of projects advancing departmental and organizational priorities
Integrate and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data, community input, research findings, and jurisdictional scans
Collaborate across internal teams on policy development, engagement approaches, and communication outputs
Monitor legislative, policy, and thematic developments to identify risks, opportunities, and emerging trends
Translate complex policy, research, and community knowledge into clear, accessible, actionable outputs
Represent the Commission at key engagements and forums
Support tools, frameworks, and approaches assessing policy initiative effectiveness and impact

Requirements

What you’ll need

Graduate degree in public policy, public administration, Indigenous studies, social sciences, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Significant experience (3-5+ years) in policy development, analysis, and advisory roles
Experience working with or alongside Indigenous communities, organizations, or governments
Demonstrated understanding of distinctions-based approaches
Strong understanding of Indigenous language revitalization, cultural preservation, and the policy landscape in Canada, including the Indigenous Languages Act and the TRC Calls to Action
Knowledge of Indigenous governance, rights, and culturally-grounded community engagement practices
Familiarity with federal, provincial/territorial, and Indigenous policy environments and decision-making processes
Ability to develop and provide strategic policy advice on complex and sensitive issues
Exceptional analytical skills and ability to synthesize diverse information into clear, actionable insights
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing briefings, reports, and materials for senior leadership
Strong project management skills, with experience leading initiatives from design through implementation
Sound judgment and discretion
High degree of cultural competency, humility, and respect when working with Indigenous Peoples and communities
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and independently, taking initiative
Proficiency in an Indigenous language and bilingualism (English/French) are assets

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and dental benefits
Pension plan
Three weeks paid holidays to begin
Additional paid days off through the year, including federal and provincial holidays
Supportive work environment
Career development opportunities
Mentorship
Professional development