Public Policy Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION | Public Policy Manager

The Canadian Race Relations Foundation

The Canadian Race Relations Foundation (CRRF) was created in 1996 to reaffirm the principles of justice and equality for all in Canada. The CRRF's mandate is to facilitate throughout Canada the development, sharing, and application of knowledge and expertise to eliminate racism and all forms of racial discrimination in Canadian society.

The Public Policy Manager is an experienced and skilled policy practitioner. This individual will work closely with and report to the Director of Public Policy to develop and deliver public policy briefs and projects, build relationships with partners across jurisdictions, and provide advice and recommendations on policies affecting race relations in Canada. The successful candidate will be proficient in project management and be able to track emerging trends and issues in public policy in Canada and other jurisdictions. The Manager will support the public policy department's work on researching, analyzing, and implementing innovative policy solutions, specifically focused on eliminating systemic racism and discrimination, and combatting hate.

Position Summary

We are currently accepting applications for 2 positions until they are filled, with an anticipated closing date of February 19, 2025. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis, so we encourage applicants to apply early.

Job title : Public Policy Manager

Job classification : Unionized

Employment Status : Permanent salaried position

Hours : 35 hours per week

Ability to travel and attend weekends, early morning and evening meetings required

Work location : This position is open to applicants across Canada. It is a hybrid role, requiring attendance at in-person events and meetings as needed. Staff may also be recalled to work on-site as requested by the federal government.

Salary : $77,267-$92, 720 per annum . CRRF is a unionized workplace and the position, and its salary are subject to a Collective Agreement.

CRRF offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes three weeks of vacation, two Personal Floating Days, sick days and 4% of annual income towards RRSP plan, and life, disability, medical and dental care insurance.

Probationary Period : 90 business days.

Responsibilities :

Project management and delivery

• Leads the development of policy products, projects, information sharing and gathering tools, jurisdictional scans.
• Plans, tracks, and oversees project ddeliverables.
• Supports the Director of Public Policy with the planning, implementation, ddelivery,and monitoring of anti-racism and anti-hate related initiatives.
• Organizes meetings, prepares minutes, and documents progress and challenges.
• Updates the Director of Public Policy on initiatives and prepares reports to track progress.
• Prepares necessary resources and tools, based on relevant legislation and best practices, to support the successful implementation of anti-racism and anti-hate initiatives.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Policy research, analysis, and development

Engagement and Outreach

Qualifications :

To Apply :

To apply for this position, please submit the following :

1.      A 1-2 page resume outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.

2.      Instead of a cover letter, please respond to the following four questions (maximum word counts are indicated) :

1)     Please describe a time where you developed and delivered a project. What was your role? How did you communicate with team members or colleagues? What was the outcome? (max 250 words)

2)     Please describe a time you prepared a policy brief or report with recommendations. What was your process for writing the brief? How did you arrive at your recommendations? (max 250 words)

3)     Please describe your approach for managing and maintaining stakeholder relations. What is your communication style? Do you have an example of a time you managed a challenging or sensitive relationship? Please provide details. (max 250 words)

4)     Please identify two emerging public policy priorities impacting race relations in Canada, and write a small brief about the priorities, concluding the brief with 1-2 policy recommendations the CRRF should consider implementing. (max 500 words)

Please send answers to the four questions and your résumé by February 19, 2025.

Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application process.

Proof of eligibility to work in Canada, education, and three professional references from your previous supervisor and coworkers will be requested if you are considered for the position.

Interviews will be held via Zoom. While all applications are appreciated and will be handled in the strictest confidence, only those candidates short-listed for an interview will be contacted. CRRF may cancel, postpone, or revise employment opportunities at any time.

CRRF values diversity and is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion and cross-cultural sensitivity. We encourage applications from Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and / or people with intersectional identities.

We accommodate people with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. Please indicate your need for accommodation in your application.