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About the role

  • Senior Innovation Analyst managing grants, partnerships, and innovation projects for Canada’s Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages. Advancing Indigenous-language revitalization through evidence-based programming and community engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Support the administration, evaluation, and growth of the Innovation Hub
  • Support funding distribution, project lifecycle tracking, and initial application assessments
  • Lead the full lifecycle of innovation-related work associated with grants and funding agreements
  • Monitor project performance, collect and analyze data, prepare reports and recommendations, and ensure accountability for funded projects
  • Lead the design, management, and implementation of projects advancing organizational priorities
  • Evaluate project outcomes, identify trends and improvement areas, and inform strategic decision-making
  • Integrate qualitative and quantitative data, community input, research findings, and jurisdictional scans into evidence-based policy options and recommendations
  • Build and maintain relationships with experts, rightsholders, communities, organizations, governments, partners, and stakeholders
  • Prepare briefing materials, summaries, and analyses supporting funding decisions, project evaluation, and Innovation Hub initiatives
  • Monitor innovation and technology-driven trends, including digital tools, platforms, and data practices
  • Promote Innovation Hub funding opportunities through outreach, information sessions, workshops, and engagement events
  • Strengthen applicant and partner capacity and reduce participation barriers
  • Work cross-functionally to support coordinated program delivery and consistent communications
  • Represent the Commission at key engagements and forums

Requirements

  • Degree in Business Administration, Indigenous Studies, Project Management, Social Sciences, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Significant experience (3-5+ years) in program management, grants administration, policy analysis, innovation, or a related field
  • Experience leading community outreach, stakeholder engagement, partnership development, and government relations
  • Experience working with or alongside Indigenous communities, organizations, or governments, with a demonstrated understanding of distinctions-based approaches
  • Strong understanding of Indigenous histories, language revitalization priorities, cultural preservation, and the policy landscape in Canada, including the Indigenous Languages Act and the TRC Calls to Action
  • Knowledge of Indigenous governance, rights, and culturally grounded community engagement practices
  • Understanding of funding programs, grant administration processes, and program evaluation
  • Familiarity with federal, provincial/territorial, and Indigenous policy environments and decision-making processes
  • Knowledge of community engagement strategies and partnership development
  • Project management experience, including planning, implementation, risk management, and evaluation
  • Experience managing grants and funding agreements, ideally in an Indigenous context
  • Ability to assess applications and synthesize information
  • Experience supporting community capacity building
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in managing project information, funding records, and reporting requirements
  • Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional environments
  • Strategic judgement and sound decision-making in complex environments
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparing briefings, reports, and materials for senior leadership
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and project tracking tools
  • High degree of cultural competency, humility, and respect when working with Indigenous Peoples and communities
  • Ability to work collaboratively across teams, operate independently, and take initiative

Benefits

  • Medical and dental benefits
  • Pension plan
  • Three weeks paid holidays to begin
  • Welcoming, safe, and respectful workplace
  • Preference for Indigenous applicants in accordance with section 16(1) of the Canadian Human Rights Act

Job title

Job type

Full Time

Experience level

Senior

Salary

CA$83,862 - CA$97,051 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Location requirements

HybridOttawaCanada

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