Researcher

Why make ONWA your career choice? Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members: Competitive salaries Generous paid vacation time Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time Additional paid stat and civic holidays 35-hour work week Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision, and EAP. All premiums are covered by the employer. Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account Participate in CAAT defined benefit pension plan and retire with secure lifetime retirement income Paid sick days Paid cultural/personal wellness days Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance Ongoing professional development Possible reimbursement on a portion of cell phone and internet expenses VISION: At the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA), we celebrate and honor the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family, community, provincially, nationally, and internationally for generations to come. SCOPE: Reporting to the Research Manager, the Researcher will be responsible for planning, implementation and evaluation of research projects. The Researcher will lead and support community-based research using Indigenous community-based research methodologies and wise practices from Indigenous women. They will conduct research and report the findings, which will be used to support proposals and policy development to address a variety of issues impacting Indigenous women and their families. The Researcher will work collaboratively with the team to prepare research papers, policy recommendations and project reports, integrating project management principles, performance measurement strategies, and data governance protocols. The Researcher will develop short- and long-term research work plans that are directly connected to the ONWA Strategic Plan, ensuring alignment with project objectives, performance metrics, and data governance requirements. The Researcher will analyze current data and identify potential funding opportunities on the horizon for ONWA. The Researcher will represent ONWA at regional and/or provincial government committees and tables and connect and collaborate with research institutions to foster potential partnership opportunities. The Researcher will bring to the attention of ONWA current developments in research that affect Indigenous women and their families. QUALIFICATIONS: SKILLS Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Political Science, Public Health Administration, Epidemiology, Indigenous Studies, Women's Studies, or a related discipline. Minimum five (5) years of experience leading Indigenous community-based research projects. Demonstrated experience conducting Gender-Based Analysis on issues affecting Indigenous women and their families. Demonstrated experience conducting research, compiling and analyzing results, and preparing reports. Proven experience using statistical software for data analysis and data management. Skilled in conducting interviews, focus groups, and sharing circles, including engagement with those who have experienced violence and trauma. Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and manage timelines effectively. Demonstrated organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including active listening and interpretation of diverse perspectives. Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Ability to interact effectively with government departments, Indigenous organizations, communities, and research institutions. Ability to integrate Indigenous perspectives and values into research and data governance practices. KNOWLEDGE Strong knowledge of Indigenous research methodologies and qualitative and quantitative research methods. Knowledge of research and evaluation practices, performance measurement, and data governance. Knowledge and understanding of issues affecting Indigenous women and their families, including gender-based violence, sexual violence, and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). Knowledge of Indigenous data sovereignty principles; OCAP® training is considered an asset. Knowledge of social determinants of health and their impacts on Indigenous women, families, and communities. Knowledge of not-for-profit organizations and community-based research environments. Knowledge of both Western and Indigenous research methodologies, including evaluation methods and practices. Knowledge of ethics practices in research, including national standards and policies for research involving Indigenous populations. Knowledge of copyright law, intellectual property rights, and the use of artificial intelligence in research is considered an asset. Knowledge of Indigenous cultures, traditions, teachings, and community perspectives. Knowledge of government systems, administration, and processes relevant to Indigenous research and policy development. Awareness of recent, historical, and intergenerational trauma experienced by Indigenous women and their families, including psychological, neurological, physiological, social, and spiritual impacts. Understanding of cultural trauma-informed care and wise practices. Strong understanding of Gender-Based Analysis from an integrated feminist, anti-racist, and anti-oppressive lens. Ability to speak an Indigenous language is considered an asset. Please know, this is an existing role we are looking to fill. The full salary range for this role is $69,900 - $86,230. ONWA conducts annual performance reviews, and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding. We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you would like to learn more about the job, please send us an email at hr@onwa.ca.

The Researcher is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating community-based research projects using Indigenous methodologies. They will collaborate with the team to prepare research papers, policy recommendations, and reports while ensuring alignment with the organization's strategic goals.

Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess at least five years of experience leading Indigenous community-based research. Strong proficiency in research methodologies, data analysis, and project management is required, along with a deep understanding of issues affecting Indigenous women and families.

• Health insurance • Paramedical services • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Employee Assistance Program • Healthcare spending account • Lifestyle spending account • Defined benefit pension plan • Paid vacation • Paid sick days • Paid cultural and personal wellness days • Flexible scheduling • Professional development • Cell phone and internet reimbursement

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• CommunicationSouhaitée
• Microsoft OfficeSouhaitée
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• Indigenous community-based research
• Gender-based analysis
• Project management
• Data analysis
• Statistical software
• Qualitative research
• Quantitative research
• Performance measurement
• Data governance
• Report writing
• Focus groups
• Sharing circles
• Communication
• Time management
• Microsoft Office
• Cultural trauma-informed care
• Report Writing
• Policy Recommendations
• Business Metrics
• Women's Studies
• Copyright Laws
• Research Papers
• Trauma Informed Approaches
• Policy Development
• Data Sovereignty
• Indigenous Studies
• Social Determinants Of Health
• Time Off Management
• Advocacy
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Planning
• Microsoft Excel
• Research
• Active Listening
• Data Analysis
• Strategic Planning
• Computer-Aided Audit Tools
• Epidemiology
• Public Health
• Data Governance
• Data Management
• System Administration
• Disabilities
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Focus Group
• Leadership
• Psychology
• Project Management
• Research Methodologies
• Neurology

• Science & Research
• Social Services
• Government & Public Sector
• Data & Analytics
• Management & Leadership
• Researcher
• Social Scientist
• Sociologists, Anthropologists and Related Professionals
• Social Science Research Assistants

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

5+ ans

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

35 heures par semaine