Location: Ottawa (in person/Hybrid) with consideration for remote

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager of the Innovation Hub, the Senior Innovation Analyst is responsible for supporting the administration, evaluation, and growth of the Innovation Hub. This role plays a critical function in supporting funding distribution, project lifecycle tracking, conducting initial assessments of applications, and strengthening community engagement to expand participation in the Innovation Hub.

The Senior Innovation Analyst will lead the development and implementation of Innovation Hub initiatives in collaboration with internal departments, external partners, community organizations, and industry stakeholders, and funding agencies. The incumbent will identify opportunities to enhance innovation programming, establish strategic partnerships, and support the advancement of innovative projects that align with organizational priorities and community needs.

Key Responsibilities

• In collaboration with the Manager, lead the full lifecycle of innovation-related work associated with grants and funding agreements, including project performance, collecting and analyzing data, preparing reports and recommendations, and ensuring accountability for funded projects.
• Lead the design, management, and implementation of projects that advance departmental and organizational priorities.
• Evaluate project outcomes, identify trends and areas for improvement, and provide insights that inform strategic decision-making and continuous program enhancement.
• Integrate and synthesize qualitative and quantitative data, including community input, research findings, and jurisdictional scans, to develop clear, evidence-based policy options and recommendations.
• Build and maintain relationships with experts, rightsholders, communities, organizations, and other stakeholders to identify and advance innovative approaches.
• Prepare high-quality briefing materials, summaries, and analysis related to supporting funding decisions, project evaluation, and Innovation Hub initiatives.
• Analyze data and feedback to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and contribute to the continuous improvement of funding processes, tools, and delivery models.
• Strengthen collaboration opportunities between the Commission and partners, communities, governments, and rightsholders.
• Monitor emerging innovation and technology-driven trends, including digital tools, platforms, and data practices, to identify risks, opportunities, and areas for program enhancement within the Innovation Hub.
• Promote Innovation Hub funding opportunities to increase awareness, participation, and diversity of applicants, while supporting outreach efforts such as information sessions, workshops, and engagement events
• Strengthen applicant and partner capacity and reduce barriers to participation in innovation-related opportunities, including access to information and resources.
• Work cross-functionally with internal teams to support coordinated program delivery and consistent communication related to funding opportunities and project updates.
• Represent the Commission at key engagements and forums, strengthening relationships with communities, governments, external partners, and rightsholders.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Degree in Business Administration, Indigenous Studies, Project Management,

Social Sciences, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Significant experience (3-5+ years) experience in program management, grants administration, policy analysis, innovation, or a related field.
• Experience in leading community outreach, stakeholder engagement, partnership development, and government relations.
• Experience working with or alongside Indigenous communities, organizations, or governments, with a demonstrated understanding of distinctions-based approaches.

Knowledge and Expertise

• Strong understanding of Indigenous histories, language revitalization priorities, cultural preservation, and the broader policy landscape in Canada, including the Indigenous Languages Act and the TRC Calls to Action.
• Knowledge of Indigenous governance, rights, and culturally grounded community engagement practices.
• Understanding of funding programs, grant administration processes, and program evaluation.
• Familiarity with federal, provincial/territorial, and Indigenous policy environments and decision-making processes.
• Knowledge of community engagement strategies and partnership development.

Skills and Competencies

• Project management experience, including planning, implementation, risk management, and evaluation.
• Experience managing grants and funding agreements, ideally in an Indigenous context.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and foster strong, trust-based relationships with communities, governments, partners, and diverse stakeholders/rightsholders.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess applications and synthesize information
• Experience supporting community capacity building.
• Skilled in building relationships, facilitating collaboration, and navigating complexity.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and accuracy in managing project information, funding records, and reporting requirements.
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in cross-functional environments, with the ability to build and maintain effective communication across teams and priorities.
• Demonstrates strategic judgement and sound decision-making in complex environments, including the ability to navigate competing priorities and sensitive issues with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience preparing briefings, reports, and materials for senior leadership.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and project tracking tools.
• High degree of cultural competency, humility, and respect when working with Indigenous Peoples and communities.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams, while also operating independently and taking initiative.

Assets

• Proficiency in an Indigenous language and bilingualism (English/French).

What We Offer

The Commission offers a competitive benefits package, including medical and dental benefits and a pension plan, three weeks paid holidays to begin.

À propos du rôle

Relevant du gestionnaire du Centre d'innovation, l'analyste principal de l'innovation est responsable de soutenir l'administration, l'évaluation et la croissance du Centre d'innovation. Ce rôle joue un rôle crucial en soutenant la distribution des fonds, le suivi du cycle de vie des projets, la réalisation d'évaluations initiales des demandes et le renforcement de l'engagement communautaire afin d'accroître la participation au Centre d'innovation.

L'analyste principal de l'innovation dirigera le développement et la mise en œuvre des initiatives du Centre d'innovation en collaboration avec les départements internes, les partenaires externes, les organisations communautaires, les parties prenantes de l'industrie et les organismes de financement. L'incumbent identifiera des occasions d'améliorer les programmes d'innovation, d'établir des partenariats stratégiques et de soutenir l'avancement de projets innovants alignés sur les priorités organisationnelles et les besoins communautaires.

Responsabilités clés

• En collaboration avec le gestionnaire, dirigez l'ensemble du cycle de vie des travaux liés à l'innovation liés aux subventions et accords de financement, incluant la performance des projets, la collecte et l'analyse des données, la préparation de rapports et recommandations, ainsi que la garantie de la reddition de comptes des projets financés.
• Dirigez la conception, la gestion et la mise en œuvre de projets qui font progresser les priorités départementales et organisationnelles.
• Évaluer les résultats des projets, identifier les tendances et les axes d'amélioration, et fournir des informations qui éclairent la prise de décision stratégique et l'amélioration continue des programmes.
• Intégrer et synthétiser les données qualitatives et quantitatives, y compris les contributions de la communauté, les résultats de la recherche et les analyses juridictionnelles, afin de développer des options et recommandations politiques claires fondées sur des données probantes.
• Bâtir et maintenir des relations avec des experts, des titulaires de droits, des communautés, des organisations et d'autres parties prenantes afin d'identifier et de faire progresser des approches innovantes.
• Préparez des documents d'information de haute qualité, des résumés et des analyses liés au soutien des décisions de financement, à l'évaluation des projets et aux initiatives du Centre d'innovation.
• Analyser les données et les commentaires afin d'identifier les tendances, les risques et les opportunités, et contribuer à l'amélioration continue des processus, outils et modèles de prestation de financement.
• Renforcer les occasions de collaboration entre la Commission et les partenaires, les communautés, les gouvernements et les titulaires de droits.
• Surveillez l'innovation émergente et les tendances technologiques, y compris les outils numériques, les plateformes et les pratiques de données, afin d'identifier les risques, les opportunités et les domaines d'amélioration des programmes au sein du Centre d'innovation.
• Promouvoir les occasions de financement du Innovation Hub pour accroître la sensibilisation, la participation et la diversité des candidats, tout en soutenant des efforts de sensibilisation tels que des séances d'information, des ateliers et des événements d'engagement
• Renforcer la capacité des candidats et des partenaires et réduire les obstacles à la participation aux opportunités liées à l'innovation, y compris l'accès à l'information et aux ressources.
• Travailler de façon interdisciplinaire avec les équipes internes pour soutenir la coordination de la prestation des programmes et une communication cohérente concernant les opportunités de financement et les mises à jour des projets.
• Représenter la Commission lors d'engagements et forums clés, en renforçant les relations av