Policy Analyst
Job No:
SN210461
Location:
North Vancouver
PERMANENT FULL-TIME POSITION IN NORTH VANCOUVER
New employees hired by the Nation are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. All offers of employment will be conditional on the candidate providing proof of full vaccination. If a candidate requires accommodation based on a ground protected by applicable human rights legislation, this will be reviewed and addressed.
CLOSES: Open Until Filled
- Great opportunity to join the Squamish Nations community
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Take your career to new heights with a dynamic and progressive First Nations government
Who We Are
Squamish Nation consists of 23 villages and is comprised of descendants of the Coast Salish Aboriginal people who live in the present-day Greater Vancouver area, Gibson’s Landing, and Squamish River watershed. The Squamish Nation has occupied and governed the territory since beyond recorded history. The Squamish Nation's culture is rich and resilient. We continue to practice our customs and traditions, which are strongly interconnected with our traditional territory. Together with our lands, our customs and traditions are the foundations of who we are as Skwxwú7mesh.
As an organization, we provide support to the greater Squamish Nation Community through service. With 12 departments with individual areas of expertise, we ensure Community Members have access to necessary programs and services.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Working as an integral part of the Ta na wa Chen̓tm Council Advisory & Support Department, this position reports directly to the Manager – Governance, Policy, and Special Projects. this position will work in collaboration with their manager and senior management to understand the political landscape and policies of external governments and the potential impact it could have on the priorities of the Squamish Nation. You will work in supporting the development and implementation of the Nation's political positioning and ensuring that important external policies and programs have properly incorporated Squamish values and mindful of the Nation's priorities. The incumbent is a skilled information gatherer, a highly effective verbal and written communicator, and has strong analytical thinking. This role also requires sound judgment and excellent organizational abilities. The position is responsible for reviewing and evaluating a variety of programs, services, and policies, and undertaking assignments of considerable importance in the development of policy and its implementation. This position will conceptualize and lead policy projects involving original research, develop partnerships with external organizations, conduct policy research, and issues monitoring, and prepare materials including briefings, presentations, proposals, submissions, and other policy documents as needed.
What You Bring
- Combination of education and experience.
- Professional, adaptable communication style with strong interpersonal skills.
- High level of emotional intelligence, patience and integrity.
- Maintains composure in high-pressure situations.
- Able to disseminate complex information to stakeholders.
- Resourceful and organized with excellent time management abilities.
- Able to deliver information with tact and diplomacy.
- Acts ethically and with the highest degree of confidentiality.
- Team-oriented with a positive, approachable attitude.
Starting Salary: $ 78,128 annually, plus a comprehensive benefits program.
Why Work With Us
As a dynamic community organization, we understand the importance of employing enthusiastic and talented people to work together. We know that our future strength and growth is very much dependent on our key resources – our people. With a variety of programs and services, we offer career paths that fit many areas of expertise, backgrounds, and interests. Along with competitive compensation and benefits, we offer excellent training and development opportunities within an environment that values diversity through the respect and appreciation of each person for their individual attributes.
*Please note selected candidates will be required to complete background checks. If you have concerns regarding any incidents that will be reported on your Criminal Record Check, please let us know in advance to ensure we can work together on a plan that works for the nation and you as the applicant*