Indigenous Policy Analyst

Company: Coalition of Hamilton Indigenous Leadership

INDIGENOUS POLICY ANALYST

The Coalition of Hamilton Indigenous Leadership (CHIL) is hiring an Indigenous Policy Analyst to support policy development and research activities, uplifting the Indigenous community of Hamilton. The focus of this role is on Indigenous homelessness and related issues.

Timing of Employment:
October 1st, 2025, through March 31st, 2026, possible extension beyond March 31st, 2026
(Full-time, up to 35 hours per week)
Rate: $30/hr
Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description:

• Policy Development: Identify and analyze local, regional, and national policies affecting urban Indigenous communities to draft policies, briefings, reports, etc.
• Research & Data Analysis: Gathering and analyzing data about the Indigenous community of Hamilton from sources such as local Indigenous agencies, Hamilton agencies, Statistics Canada, Open Hamilton, local First Nations, etc. 
Analyze data to identify and interpret trends, gaps, opportunities, etc. 
• Communications: Indigenous community engagement through in-person gatherings, virtual activities, etc. to  communicate policy recommendations and research findings. Collaborate with other staff, researchers, etc.
• Knowledge Translation and Mobilization: Contribute to the planning and publishing of reports, presentations, community 
updates, etc.
• Administrative: Maintain organized physical and virtual data filing systems to ensure easy access to records and 
information. Prepare, revise, and manage documents using Improving Indigenous services. Microsoft Office, Adobe and related software. Support scheduling, correspondence and day-to-day office operations to ensure smooth workflow across projects.

NOTE: The ideal candidate will self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis), have completed or be in the process of completing a relevant postsecondary program, and is passionate about Indigenous community-driven research.

Knowledge of the Indigenous urban community of Hamilton as well as of Haudenosaunee and Anishinaabe cultural knowledge is an asset to this role.