PolicyJobs OTT #15
Welcome to this week’s edition of PolicyJobsOTT. We’re serving up some hot policy jobs, right off the griddle. And get comfy — this is our longest issue to date!
read, listen, watch
Redemption✨
Tiny chef is doing okay. Just eating some pizza. If this makes no sense to you, you can catch up here 🍕 👨🍳
Settle in for this in-depth Severus Snape analysis. And then for this Avatar analysis
Bob Marley’s Redemption Song and its Canadian (?!) roots🎶 🍁
Things that are really quite large 🐘
Massive rabbits on The Nature of Things. And if those ones weren’t quite big enough, check out these🐇
Giant salamanders: not a toy, a 200 year commitment🦎
Fernando Botero’s larger than life work🖼️
the jobs
1. Junior Economist / Economist — Global Affairs Canada (2 positions)
The Trade and Economic Analysis and Vetting Division of Global Affairs Canada is seeking to hire a Junior Economist and Economist. The ideal candidate has a master’s degree with a specialization in economics, experience in conducting economic analysis using quantitative data, and experience in conducting quantitative economic research. They should also have knowledge of key global trends and developments, and Canadian international trade priorities. 📈💱💵
Eds. The job posting is light on the details of what the role entails, but it would be an interesting time to work in trade!
2. Policy Manager — Ontario Native Women’s Association (Remote)
The Policy Manager ensures community knowledge policy is implemented and managed according to the program standards and guidelines that works to facilitate the achievement of moving forward Ontario Native Women’s Association’s (ONWA) 9 Strategic issues related to policy. The Manager provides leadership to the policy team to ensure analysis is done through an Indigenous Gender Based Analysis and human rights lens. They collaboratively work with Community Development and Community Services to ensure feedback from engagements with ONWA members and community members are reflected in policy submissions, briefs, legislative reviews, and other policy related materials. As a manager they will define, analyze, develop, and evaluate policies to effect positive change for Indigenous Women and their families that honors, respects, and restores Indigenous Women’s leadership. They manage projects, work with stakeholders and community members to gather input and share information. 🖤💛❤️
3. Policy Analyst (Anticipatory) — Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council of Canada (SSHRC) (2 positions)
The SSHRC is hiring TWO anticipatory Policy Analysts to help shape corporate strategy and strengthen Canada’s research ecosystem. The Policy Analysts will develop briefing materials, discussion papers, analyses and project plans that guide decision-making on the social sciences and humanities, both nationally and internationally. The position involves synthesizing complex research, coordinating consultations and working groups, and supporting senior leadership on files such as research ethics, equity and inclusion, research security, and international partnerships. This is a hybrid role, and bilingualism is imperative. 📚🗂️✍️
Eds. According to the Public Service Commission glossary, anticipatory staffing refers to positions that “may or will become vacant, rather than positions that are currently vacant.”
4. Senior Analyst, Buildings — Pembina Institute
The Senior Analyst will provide research, strategic advice, qualitative and quantitative analysis, writing, government relations, and fundraising support for the Pembina Institute’s Buildings program. The incumbent will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the Pembina Institute maximizes its impact in decarbonizing Canada’s buildings sector by monitoring emerging local and global economic and environmental trends and their implications. 🏙️🌿📊
5. Public Affairs Specialist — Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA)
The Canadian Internet Registration Authority (CIRA)—the national not-for-profit best known for managing the .CA domain—is hiring a Public Affairs Specialist based in Ottawa to join a mission-driven team working to build a trusted internet for Canadians. This role bridges internet policy and strategic communications — from producing policy advocacy campaigns to organizing events like the Canadian Internet Governance Forum. A unique opportunity to grow at the intersection of tech policy, advocacy, and public engagement. 🌐🚀🛜
6. Vice President, Business and Government Affairs — New Economy Canada (Remote)
New Economy Canada (NEC) is a non-partisan initiative that unites business, labour and Indigenous leaders committed to building Canada’s clean economy. Their members represent diverse industrial sectors who are taking action to unlock the power of resilient and affordable clean energy and technology to grow investment, jobs and energy security. The VP, Business and Government Affairs, will lead the development and deployment of NEC’s business and government relations strategies. As a key leader in the senior management team, the VP will contribute to strategy, communications and organizational development and planning. 💼🔋🔌
7. Parliamentary Assistant — Office of Jenna Sudds, M.P. for Kanata
The office of Member of Parliament Jenna Sudds is hiring a Parliamentary Assistant to support communications, research, events and connecting with constituents. Located at the Kanata Constituency Office and on Parliament Hill, this role is a unique chance to see Parliament in action, contribute to policy work, and learn how government really works. 🤝🏃♀️🏛️
8. Director of Policy & Standards — Forest Stewardship Council Canada (Remote)
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is a global not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally sound, socially beneficial and economically prosperous management of the world’s forests. The Director of Policy & Standards will be responsible for coordinating and overseeing the successful development or revision of FSC forest related standards (National Forest Stewardship Standard and National Risk Assessment) and related tools; to support the implementation and coordinate the monitoring of these standards; and maintain and contribute to dialogue with FSC International on Standards, Procedures, Policy, Derogations, Advice Notes, Guidelines, etc. as Canada’s voice in the context of Canadian forests and certification. 🌲🌲🌲
9. Senior Advisor, Government & Diplomatic Affairs (Bilingual) — Telesat
Telesat is hiring a bilingual Senior Advisor, Government & Diplomatic Affairs to help shape policy and partnerships for the future of global satellite connectivity. Reporting to the Director of Government & Public Affairs, this role builds and maintains strategic relationships with government decision-makers, political staff, and diplomatic stakeholders to advance Telesat’s pioneering LEO network, Telesat Lightspeed. The Senior Advisor develops briefings, monitors policy trends, coordinates trade missions and diplomatic engagements, and delivers high-impact advocacy aligned with corporate goals across Canada and abroad. 🛰️🌍✨
10. Advisor, Governance Operations — Canadian Medical Association (Hybrid or remote in ON or QC)
The Advisor, Governance Operations supports the governance activities and the operational functions of Board and Committees. This role plays a key part in supporting good governance practices, compliance with legislation, and smooth operational processes for Boards and Committees. 🩺📝✨
Eds. This posting is also a little light on the details for what the role actually entails, but it does seem interesting!
11. Vice President, External Affairs — HealthCareCAN
HealthCareCAN, the national voice of hospitals, health authorities, health research, and healthcare organizations across Canada, is seeking a Vice President, External Affairs to lead its advocacy, policy, and communications initiatives. They will serve as a member of the senior leadership team and lead the advocacy, policy and communications team. They will lead the the development of evidence-based policies and position papers in response to identified priorities and work plans, including conducting and/or coordinating the research, analysis and writing of policy, position and background papers, government submissions, briefs, and correspondence. ⚕️🏥🧑⚕️
12. Program Associate, Senior Program Associate, Program Officer — Open Philanthropy (Multiple positions) (Remote)
Open Philanthropy is looking to hire up to four new team members to join our Abundance and Growth team. The Abundance and Growth Fund (AGF) aims to accelerate economic growth, boost technological progress, and reduce unnecessary obstacles to prosperity, primarily in the United States. They aim to support the groundswell of energy and enthusiasm for policy changes that accelerate scientific progress and remove these constraints to create a richer, healthier world.
The Specialist Track is ideal for applicants with deep expertise in one or two specific areas related to some of AGFs core abundance and growth areas (housing policy, energy, infrastructure, state capacity, healthcare and clinical trials). Senior Program Associates and/or Program Officers would take a lead role in AGF’s grantmaking in their area(s) of specialization and help communicate thinking to external audiences.
The Generalist Track is ideal for applicants who are generalists and interested in several of the areas related to abundance and growth. The Program Associates and/or Senior Program Associates would do exploratory or opportunistic grantmaking across a wide set of areas.
Eds. While Open Philanthropy is based in the U.S., they are open to hiring international candidates.
13. Senior Specialist, Client Relationship Management — Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC)
The Municipal Relations team is hiring a Senior Specialist, Client Relationship Management. In this role, the Senior Specialist will manage a portfolio of municipalities and administer their Housing Accelerator Fund agreements. They will also lead intelligence gathering efforts, provide strategic input into policy direction and implement CMHC’s mission, vision and goals. They will play a critical role in ensuring positive relationships with municipal officials and understanding challenges and identifying solutions in support of increasing the supply of housing. 🏠💡📈
14. Parliamentary Affairs Advisor - Independent Senators Group (ISG) — Senate of Canada
The Independent Senators Group in the Senate of Canada is hiring a Parliamentary Affairs Advisor to help advance non-partisan legislative priorities and support informed, principled policymaking. Working closely with Senators and the Deputy Chief of Staff, the Advisor will monitor legislation, prepare strategic briefings and policy recommendations, and contribute to committee work, special projects and stakeholder engagement. This role offers a unique chance to shape Canada’s democracy through evidence-based analysis and collaborative action at the heart of Parliament. 📜🏛️👥
15. Policy Analyst - Health — Assembly of First Nations (AFN)
The AFN is hiring a Policy Analyst to help advance national advocacy on First Nations health issues. In this role, the analyst will research policies and best practices, develop proposals and recommendations, evaluate gaps in existing frameworks, and prepare reports and presentations. They’ll build and maintain strong partnerships with First Nations communities, government officials, and other stakeholders to support AFN’s priorities and advocacy work. The position is full-time and permanent, based in Ottawa (hybrid) or potentially other locations if a suitable applicant is found. ✍️⚕️🤝