Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador (AFNQL) Employment
Opportunity
Policy Analyst
Description: The Assembly of First Nations Quebec-Labrador is
seeking a professional, skilled
and motivated individual to conduct research, analyze, develop,
coordinate and deliver policy, reports and other written materials
related to a variety of complex First Nations issues.
Communications and advocacy are significant component of the tasks
of the Policy Analyst. The incumbent will work closely with
regional First Nation organizations, the Assembly of First Nations,
federal and provincial departments and other organizations to
support the mandate and objectives of the AFNQL.
Who Can Apply: Candidates must have a university degree in a
field related to the work
conducted at the AFNQL, or 5 years of experience in a related
field, be fluently bilingual in English/French (oral and written).
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in
conducting research, analyzing information and producing positions
related to various First Nation issues. Ideally, candidates should
have experience in writing proposals, advocacy. The candidate
should have experience working with First Nation organizations and
within a Board/Committee environment.
Salary Range: Commensurate with experience and education.
Abilities & Skills: Candidates must have extensive knowledge
and understanding of the First
Nations political environment. The incumbent must possess
excellent written and oral communication skills; have discretion
and respect for confidentiality, strong presentation skills and
familiar with technical writing and the ability to interpret
technical materials for general and First Nation audiences. The
incumbent must possess excellent team building, listening and have
creative problem resolution skills. French and English is the
working language.
Personal Characteristics: Strong work ethic, good judgment,
politically astute and ability to work well
with others in a team environment. Location: Wendake, Quebec
Duration: Term position with possibility of extension Closing Date:
May 8th, 2015
Individuals are invited to submit a covering letter along
with a current curriculum vitae and three (3) work related
references to:
Jane Gray, Chief of Operations 250, Place Chef Michel Laveau,
Suite 201
Wendake, Quebec G0A 4V0 Fax: 418 842-2660
Email: [email protected]
Priority will be given to First Nations. Only those applications
selected for an interview will be contacted.
