Truth & Reconciliation and Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion (T&R AND EDI) Research and Program Evaluation Analyst B038-26

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Bachelor's degree in business, economics, statistics, public administration, social sciences or related field
• •Minimum two (2) years' related experience as outlined in rated requirements including research, evaluation, performance measurement, process improvement, data analysis and reporting
• •Lived experience as a person from an inequity experiencing group and/or a systemically excluded group (disclosure of personal lived experience as an Indigenous, racialized, gender-diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ and/or disabled person is welcome and not required to meet this criteria)
• •Demonstrated commitment to and proven track record in an ethical approach to data collection, analysis and working on issues affecting vulnerable populations
• •An equivalent combination of lived experience, education, training, and work experience
• •Experience analyzing labour market data, census data, demographic data, legal system data and other related industry data
• •Knowledge of research, evaluation and performance measurement methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis techniques
• •Familiarity with data governance, Indigenous data governance, data management, privacy and information security measures in various stages of the data lifecycle
• •Ability to interpret and communicate qualitative and quantitative findings and complex concepts in a clear and meaningful manner to support decision-making
• •Proven track record of developing or improving data collection, analysis, evaluation or performance measurement processes to increase organizational effectiveness and support informed decision-making
• •Demonstrate a high degree of critical thinking, identifying patterns, trends or abnormalities
• •Understanding of Indigenous issues, cultures as well as Indigenous community groups and agencies
• •Understanding of traditional Indigenous justice concepts, alternative measures, mediation and diversion practices
• •Awareness of government laws and policies impacting Indigenous peoples
• •Ability to communicate and relate to Indigenous people and their communities, with sensitivity to cultural and Nation differences
• •Understanding of the structure and history of Indigenous communities within BC
• •Knowledge of T&R and EDI issues, related legislation and public sector practices, and Canada's justice and legal system, including justice system service delivery, preferably the legal aid system
• •Experience working in Canada's legal and justice system
• •Knowledge of emerging trends, leading practices, policy and legislative developments, research, and evaluation approaches related to T&R and EDI, and the ability to analyze their potential implications for the organization
• •Knowledge of barriers, inequities and systemic issues affecting Indigenous, racialized, women, gender-diverse, 2SLGBTQIA+ and disabled individuals and communities, and the ability to identify potential impacts on equitable access to services and opportunities
• •Awareness of one's own power, privilege and social location in T&R and EDI work
• •Experience applying Indigenous data sovereignty principles, including Ownership, Access, Control and Possession (OCAP®) and other distinctions-based approaches to data governance used by First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities
• •Experience conducting research, program evaluation, performance measurement, issue analysis, or developing evidence-informed recommendations
• •Proven track record with strong written and oral communication, analytical, research, evaluation, and presentation skills; high level of attention to detail and accuracy; ability to synthesize information from multiple qualitative and quantitative sources
• •Strong interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and a demonstrated ability to multi-task and work independently while collaborating effectively at all levels of the organization
• •Ability to make sound decisions and demonstrate a high degree of trustworthiness in handling confidential and sensitive information

Desired Qualifications

• •Experience in T&R and EDI in the legal industry or another professional services industry