Lead national research initiatives for Canada’s Indigenous Languages Commission. Advise on language revitalization, data sovereignty, partnerships, and evidence-informed policy.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic research leadership for the Indigenous Languages Knowledge Hub
Lead the design and implementation of national research projects and initiatives
Develop research frameworks, methodologies, standards, and work plans
Advise on Indigenous language research trends, priorities, opportunities, gaps, and emerging issues
Contribute to annual and multi-year research agendas
Lead and oversee multiple research projects from planning through completion
Coordinate internal and external researchers, consultants, contractors, and partners
Monitor project timelines, budgets, deliverables, and performance measures
Conduct and oversee qualitative, quantitative, and Indigenous methodologies
Synthesize evidence into actionable findings and analyze trends related to language vitality, demographics, documentation, mapping, and emerging technologies
Support research related to Indigenous Languages Act reporting requirements
Develop reports, briefing materials, position papers, recommendations, fact sheets, toolkits, dashboards, and knowledge resources
Promote Indigenous data sovereignty and ensure ethical, culturally appropriate, community-centered research practices
Build relationships with Indigenous governments, organizations, communities, academic institutions, and research networks
Facilitate collaborative research initiatives, engagement activities, advisory committees, and knowledge-sharing forums
Represent OCIL at meetings, conferences, and working groups
Provide strategic advice supporting evidence-informed decision-making
Requirements
Master's degree in Indigenous Studies, Social Sciences, Public Policy, Linguistics Education, Research Methodology, or a related field
3–5+ years of progressively responsible experience conducting and leading research initiatives
Experience working alongside Indigenous communities, organizations, governments, or language revitalization initiatives
Experience managing complex projects involving multiple stakeholders and partners
Experience developing research methodologies and leading evidence-based analysis
Strong understanding of Indigenous language revitalization, documentation, reclamation, or language policy, including the Indigenous Languages Act and the TRC Calls to Action
Experience with geographic information systems (GIS), digital knowledge repositories, archival research, or emerging technologies
Knowledge of Indigenous data sovereignty frameworks and ethical research standards
Knowledge of Indigenous research methodologies and ethical research practices
Advanced qualitative and quantitative research and analytical skills
Strong project management and organizational skills
Excellent written communication, report writing, and presentation skills
Ability to build collaborative relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong facilitation, consultation, and engagement skills
High degree of cultural competency, humility, and respect when working with Indigenous Peoples and communities
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