Advocacy & Policy Research Assistant in Hamilton supporting MSU policy and research development. Involves planning and analyzing research and developing lobbying documents.
Responsibilities
Assisting in the development of policy and research relating to advocacy work in the MSU
Planning and analyzing primary and secondary research
Leading the MSU policy development process by providing support to policy authors
Developing written lobbying documents, including government submissions and other external publications.
Requirements
Excellent writing skills, including proofreading and editing
Capacity for research, consultation, and analysis of data
Working knowledge of Statistical or Data Analysis Software (SPSS, R, Excel) and the ability to present statistical data in a user friendly format
Knowledge of students’ academic and non-academic concerns
Knowledge of the University, OUSA, and other groups working toward improving the quality of student life
Interpersonal skills required in order to set up focus groups and forums as required, and provide support to policy authors
Previous research experience is an asset
Understanding of the MSU policy process is an asset
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