Policy Officer

Full professional competence in both of Canada’s official languages is required. This will be tested during the recruitment.

Cooperation Canada is committed to an inclusive, diverse and safe workplace and to advancing anti-racism in all that we do. This includes removing barriers to employment that are faced by equity-seeking groups. Applications are encouraged from all candidates, particularly those who identify as Black,
Indigenous, and people of colour, persons with disabilities (visible or not), people of diverse gender
identities and expressions, and other marginalized groups in our sector who share Cooperation Canada’s
mission. We kindly encourage (but do not require) members of these groups to self-identify in their cover
letters.

About the Organization

We are Canada’s national association of international development and humanitarian organizations.
Cooperation Canada brings together and advocates for Canada’s international development and
humanitarian organizations by convening sector leaders, influencing policy and strengthening capacity.
Together, we work with partners both inside and outside Canada to build a world that’s fair, safe and
sustainable for all. Learn more about Cooperation Canada at www.cooperation.ca.

Who is the Digital Communications & Design Officer?

The Policy Officer is part of Cooperation Canada’s policy team. This team helps connect policy work with
the organization’s other goals and activities in a thoughtful and timely way. The Policy Officer plays an
important role in supporting a strong and creative network of organizations that believe in social justice
and work together for positive change. This role also helps provide clear and useful policy information to
support shared action for a more inclusive world.

The Policy Officer reports to the Director of Policy and Advocacy. They will help manage and plan projects, build and maintain relationships with partners, organize group discussions, and support research and learning activities. All of this supports Cooperation Canada’s work as a leader and connector in the international cooperation sector.

You may be a good fit for this role if you are thoughtful, motivated, and enjoy working with others. You
can work well on your own, even when things are not fully clear. You care about Canada’s role in
building a fairer, safer, and more sustainable world. You speak both French and English, are comfortable
in political or government spaces, write clearly and confidently, and make sure equity is central in your
work. You also enjoy working across different teams and departments to get things done.

What will we be looking for in our candidates?

We are looking for a bilingual (French and English) policy analyst with at least two years of experience in
policy work or a related field. The right person for this role is a strong writer with solid analytical and
applied research skills. You are comfortable managing projects, organizing activities, and bringing people
together through meetings or group discussions. You work well on your own and as part of a team. You
are organized, reliable, and able to coordinate different tasks and priorities. Most importantly, you apply
the values of anti-racism, equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice (AEDIJ) in all aspects of your work.
You’re committed to helping create fairer and more inclusive policies that support meaningful change.

Ideally, our candidates will have:

• A Master’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience in policy analysis
• At least two years of relevant work experience
• Bilingual in English and French (written and spoken)
• Knowledge of international development and humanitarian issues, policies, and practices
• Strong skills in research, analysis, and writing
• Excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and cultural humility
• Strong organizational, facilitation, and coordination abilities
• Capacity to work in-person downtown Ottawa on Mondays and Tuesdays.

How to Apply:

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis with the final submission deadline June 8th, 2025, 11:59 PM. While timelines can shift, our goal is to have the position filled by mid-July 2025. We will keep you updated on our timelines throughout the recruitment process. Are you interested, but not sure if you are the right person? Tell us why we need your skills. We want to hear from you about this. We realize that you may only meet some of these requirements, but we encourage you to apply anyway to allow us to take into consideration what you bring.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those pre-selected will be contacted.

Cooperation Canada is committed to an inclusive, diverse, and safe workplace and to advancing anti-racism in all that we do. This includes removing barriers to employment that are faced by equity-seeking groups, including through self-identification, anonymous review processes and by ensuring diverse hiring panels. Applications are encouraged from all candidates, particularly those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities (visible or not), people of diverse gender identities and expressions, and other marginalized groups in our sector who share Cooperation Canada’s mission. We kindly encourage (but do not require) members of these groups to self-identify in their cover letters. We are happy to provide accommodations at any stage throughout the hiring process.

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