Title: Research Officer (Campaigns and Policy Research) (46-01)
Location: Campaigns, Policy Research & Education Unit, Political Action and Education Division, OPSEU/SEFPO Head Office, 100 Lesmill Road, Toronto, ON M3B 3P8
Reporting to: Supervisor, Campaigns, Policy Research & Education Unit
Search Type: External – Open to All Qualified Applicants
Salary: $1,994.00 to $2,215.00 per week (Range 4 – Pro-Tech)
Working Conditions: As provided in the OPSSU/OPSEU/SEFPO Collective Agreement

Principal Duties:

Provides analysis, advice, and guidance to the Union, including research, writing reports and presentations and preparing communications on issues related to social, economic and fiscal policy particularly as they relate to the political climate in Ontario and the public sector:

• Coordinates research and communications related to social and economic research and Union messaging
• Provides advice and research to staff, officers and the organization on political trends and economic data (e.g. labour force data, taxation and trade, provincial budgets, corporate research, research and written reports)
• Develops strategies and implements plan for polling and related focus groups as needed
• Advises and mentors Union staff on research, writing projects and other areas of specialization
• Tracks, analyses and reports on national and international social and economic development and other research studies
• Writes speeches and commentaries as needed
• Works with representatives of other Labour Unions, federations and Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) and coordinates common agenda
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Post Graduate Degree in policy, economics, social sciences or humanities related field with a minimum of five years related work experience in social justice or the labour movement (or an equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Requires highly developed research skills in quantitative and qualitative data analysis
• Requires an ability to work at a rapid pace, on multiple projects and both independently and collaboratively
• Knowledge of social, economic, political, fiscal trends within the public and private sectors in all jurisdictions, provincially, nationally and internationally
• Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary public relations strategies and tools
• Knowledge of OPSEU/SEFPO organization, structure and policies
• Understanding of and commitment to labour movement and social democratic philosophy
• Understanding of and commitment to the principles of anti-racism, equity, diversity and inclusion

OPSEU/SEFPO supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self-identify. OPSEU/SEFPO’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

A total of 60% or greater must be achieved in the competition process to obtain the position.

Please advise should you require any accommodation to participate in this competition.

Expression of Interest – 2-step process:

1. Submit your resume with cover letter in Word or PDF to competitions@opseu.org quoting “24.020 – Research Officer (Campaigns and Policy Research) (46-01), Campaigns, Policy Research & Education Unit” by 5:00 pm (Eastern Time) on January 7, 2024;
2. Complete OPSEU/SEFPO Job Applicant Survey – Please click the link below: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ntqy3vmHp0WKvIeSS54XACSzxUJfqY5Ehbkv7jfWaYpUQjIxQU5aRjc4NUNHNEQzQVhQODNWOUFLQSQlQCN0PWcu

To be considered in the job competition, it’s essential to complete both steps of the two-step submission process. Failure to do so may result in disqualification from consideration.