What’s the role?
The Ontario Nonprofit Network works to create and influence system and policy change that will strengthen Ontario’s nonprofit sector- and we’re looking for a dynamic policy expert to join the team. This role would contribute to ONN’s policy agenda through a strategic advisory role focusing on research, analysis, policy development and stakeholder engagement.
Who are we?
ONN is the convening network for the 55,000 nonprofit and charitable organizations across Ontario. As a 7,000-strong provincial network, with a volunteer base of 300 sector leaders, ONN brings the diverse voices of the nonprofit sector to government, funders and the business sector to create and influence systemic change.
What would you do?
- Act as senior advisor to the Executive Director and Policy Team (including Policy Advisory Committee), playing a leadership role related to the development, implementation and monitoring of ONN’s strategic policy priorities and policy framework
- Research, analyze and write about policies and issues
- Be the content lead on specific files and government relations activities, engaging with relevant stakeholders, within the nonprofit sector and externally)
- Mentor Policy Team staff, placement students and volunteers on nonprofit trends and issues, policy development, analysis, strategic thinking, and more
- Be an integral member of our small, but mighty team of 6 staff
What qualifications and skills are we looking for?
- Post secondary/graduate level education in public policy, public administration, nonprofit management or related field
- Senior level management leadership experience in the nonprofit sector and/or strategic consulting experience; government relations experience an asset
- A strategic and critical thinker, with stellar research and analysis skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience, knowledge of, and passion for Ontario’s nonprofit sector
- Project management experience and ability to plan and carry out complex assignments within tight deadlines
- A team player who exhibits and embraces the values of ONN
Who would you report to?
- ONN’s Executive Director
What are the job specifications?
- Contract position: 1 year duration (potential for renewal)
- Office based in Toronto, Ontario
- Salary: $50,000, based on part-time hours to be negotiated with the ONN
What’s the application process?
Please submit your resume and cover letter (Subject line: Policy Advisor) to:
Cathy Taylor, Executive Director
admin at theonn.ca
Closing date: Friday November 14, 2014 at 5:00pm
ONN is an equal opportunity employer and strongly support applications from diverse backgrounds and communities.
We thank all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
