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Director, Research & Policy New

Director, Research & Policy New

Cna AiicON, Canada
4 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is the national professional association of Canada’s 478,000 nurses. We represent all categories of regulated nurses, including retired nurses and nursing students, across all 13 provinces and territories and in all practice settings. Our mission is to advance the nursing profession, promote equitable access to healthcare, and enhance health outcomes for Canadians. CNA leadership is critical to ensure the nursing profession is guided by the best available research and evidence-informed policy development.

POSTING DATE : February 11, 2025

CLOSING DATE : February 25, 2025

SCOPE :

Director, Research & Policy – Permanent, Full-Time – Fully Remote

The Director, Research & Policy is a senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and execution of CNA’s research, policy development, and advocacy initiatives. This role combines leadership in nursing research, policy analysis, and healthcare advocacy, with a focus on influencing key healthcare policies and advancing nursing practice. The Director will guide CNA’s efforts to address critical issues in healthcare, such as workforce development, accessibility, and Indigenous health, ensuring that CNA’s policy agenda reflects current trends and emerging needs in healthcare systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead the development and execution of research and policy strategies, aligned with CNA goals.
  • Guide the development of high-quality research outputs, including reports, policy papers, and position statements.
  • Foster collaborations with internal and external stakeholders, including government officials, researchers, and nursing organizations, to shape policy at national, provincial, and international levels.
  • Advise the CEO on emerging trends and policy opportunities to inform decision-making.
  • Lead advocacy efforts to promote nursing practice and healthcare accessibility, especially regarding Indigenous health issues.
  • Represent CNA in policy discussions, meetings, and conferences to ensure CNA’s voice is heard.
  • Oversee project implementation, ensuring alignment with CNA’s objectives, and evaluate the success of policy initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in nursing, health policy, health administration, or a related field (PhD or other doctoral level degree is highly desirable).
  • Minimum of seven (7) years of direct clinical experience in nursing profession.
  • In addition to clinical experience, minimum of eight (8) years of experience in healthcare policy development, research, or advocacy, with a strong background in nursing leadership.
  • Fluency in both English and French is preferred.

    • KEY COMPETENCIES

  • In-depth knowledge of healthcare policy and the legislative landscape in Canada, with a particular focus on nursing practice and health systems.
  • Strong communication, writing, and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively articulate complex policy issues and advocate for CNA’s positions to diverse stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including government officials, healthcare leaders, researchers, and advocacy partners.
  • Strategic thinking with a demonstrated ability to anticipate emerging trends and develop proactive policy responses.

    • SALARY SCALE :

  • Benchmarked to market value.
  • Commensurate with education / experience.
  • prorated based on hours worked

    • HOURS OF WORK :

  • 70 hours over a 2 week pay period
  • Able to work within a flexible framework to respond to association needs and / or attend events (e.g., evenings or weekends).

    • SUBMIT COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO :

  • Kathy Bedard at [email protected]

    • CNA is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a healthy and positive work environment. In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, 1990. CNA will provide accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities. We welcome all applicants including persons with lived experience, women, Indigenous people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+, visible minority and immigrant communities to apply. If selected to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please inform [email protected] of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your equal participation.

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