You hold a university degree in a relevant discipline such as public administration, social sciences, law, or a related field, along with several years of progressively responsible experience in policy research, analysis, and development. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
You bring experience in several of the following areas:
- Policy research, analysis, and development
- Legislative and regulatory analysis
- Project management and/or coordination
- Briefing and report writing
- Stakeholder engagement and interdepartmental collaboration
- Experience working with Gender Based Violence initiatives
As the successful candidate, you ideally bring extensive experience in both gender-based violence (GBV) and policy development, enabling you to effectively lead and inform evidence-based policy initiatives in this critical area. Your expertise will be central to shaping, analyzing, and advancing policies and strategies that prevent and respond to GBV, while meeting the criteria outlined above. You possess a deep and nuanced understanding of the complex, systemic nature of GBV and its far-reaching impacts on individuals, families, and communities. With a strong commitment to equity and inclusion, you are dedicated to translating your GBV knowledge into impactful policy solutions that drive meaningful and sustained change.
This position requires expert knowledge of research methods, as well as the ability to co-ordinate multi-disciplinary teams to achieve deliverables.
You demonstrate strong analytical and critical-thinking skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple complex files simultaneously. You approach your work with sound judgment, discretion, and a commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, particularly when working on sensitive or high-impact issues.
In addition, you are highly motivated, and you have excellent facilitation and communication skills (both verbal and written). Partnering collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve common goals, you apply the concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion. Strong planning, organizational and administrative skills are important in setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and managing multiple assignments. You also have strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
The following competencies are important for this position: Conceptual Thinking, Strategic Orientation, Outcome Focus, Initiative, Effective Interactive Communication, Partnering and Relationship Building, Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
