McGill University
Education
AcademicAssociate
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“Academic Associate at McGill University. Skills: Policy strategy, Team leadership, Government engagement, Policy communication. Set policy research agenda. Identify emerging policy challenges”
What You'll Achieve.
Advance evidence-based solutions; Meaningfully inform public debate; Meaningfully inform regulatory development
Industry & Context.
Evidence-based solutions
Authorized to work in Canada, Willing to work in Quebec
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Five or more years of experience in policy analysis, government affairs, or public policy, Substantial experience in digital technology, media, platform governance, or AI, Experience managing a team of policy professionals, researchers, and/or fellows, Track record of direct engagement with senior policymakers, Experience designing and facilitating multi-stakeholder processes, Strong written and verbal communication skills, Master's degree or equivalent experience
Nice to Have
PhD in a relevant field
What You'll Do.
Set policy research agenda
Identify emerging policy challenges
Coordinate Centre's policy responses
Produce policy outputs
Oversee development of policy outputs
Develop integrated strategies
Supervise policy staff
Set accountability structures
Manage operational dimensions
Manage funder reporting
Manage impact tracking
Develop relationships with policymakers
Maintain relationships with policymakers
Represent CMTD in consultations
Represent CMTD in briefings
Represent CMTD in proceedings
Represent CMTD in committee
Design multi-stakeholder roundtables
Lead multi-stakeholder roundtables
Design expert working groups
Lead expert working groups
Expand international engagement
Translate research for policymakers
Translate research for public
Represent CMTD in media
Represent CMTD in conferences
Represent CMTD in public events
Develop policy positions
Communicate policy positions
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Leadership team; Research leads; Policy staff; Fellows; Governments; Democratic institutions; Elected officials; Civil servants; Regulators; Parliamentary staff; International stakeholders; Multi-stakeholder groups; Research community; Civil society
Communication Scope
Written communication; Verbal communication; Media interviews; Public speaking; Policy communication
Process & Methodology
Project plans, Deliverables, Accountability structures
Full Job Description
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