Senior Policy Analyst

Position start date: April 17, 2024	Position end date: Posted Until Filled
Location: Thunder Bay or Timmins	Position type: Full Time

The Senior Policy Analyst works within the Department of Health Policy & Advocacy, under the immediate supervision of the Health Policy & Advocacy Director. The Senior Policy Analyst is responsible for supporting the priorities and initiatives of the Health Policy & Advocacy department, as mandated by resolution to the NAN Executive Council by the NAN Chiefs in Assembly.

The Senior Policy Analyst will provide critical analysis of options, based on best practices, and provincial and federal legislation pertaining to health systems transformation, as well as immediate health needs of the NAN territory. The Analyst will liaise with partner organizations, both levels of government, Tribal Councils, and other First Nation organizations to facilitate a cooperative approach to achieving the goals of the organization. The Analyst will provide strategic planning expertise, prepare briefings and updates, and develop position papers for the NAN Executive to consider, as assigned.

Application preference will be given to Individuals who self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Metis or Inuit) with the required combination of education and experience.

NAN is committed to providing accommodations, on request throughout the interview and employment process, and if accommodation is required, we will work with the applicants to meet their needs.

Applications (resume and cover letter) and inquiries for all positions may be directed to:

Jill Harju, Recruitment and Training Coordinator
Nishnawbe Aski Nation
200 Syndicate Avenue South
Thunder Bay, ON P7E 1C9
Phone: (807) 473-1020
Fax: (807) 623-7730
Email: jharju@nan.ca

Applicants and candidates are accountable for ensuring that information submitted throughout the recruitment and selection process is accurate and true to the best of their knowledge at the time of submission.