Job Description
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Please know, we are only accepting applications until July 13, 2026.
Indigenous Women are encouraged to apply. First preference will be given to all qualified Indigenous applicants.
Why make ONWA your career choice?
Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members:
Competitive salaries
Generous paid vacation time
Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
Additional paid stat and civic holidays
35 hour work week
Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision and EAP. All premiums covered by the employer
Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
Competitive Retirement Savings Plan
Paid sick days
Paid cultural/personal wellness days
Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
Ongoing professional development.
Possible reimbursement on portion of cell phone and internet expenses
Remote/hybrid work offered for various positions
Paid management days
VISION:
At the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA), we celebrate and honour the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family, community, provincially, nationally and internationally for generations to come.
SCOPE:
The Policy Manager ensures community knowledge policy is implemented and managed according to the program standards and guidelines that works to facilitate the achievement of moving forward ONWA’s * Strategic issues related to policy. The Manager provides leadership to the policy team to ensure analysis is done through an Indigenous Gender Based Analysis and human rights lens. They collaboratively work with Community Development and Community Services to ensure feedback from engagements with ONWA members and community members are reflected in policy submissions, briefs, legislative reviews, and other policy related materials. As a manager they will define, analyze, develop, and evaluate policies to effect positive change for Indigenous Women and their families that honors, respects, and restores Indigenous Women’s leadership. They manage projects, work with stakeholders and community members to gather input and share information.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A degree or diploma related to Policy, Social Sciences, Political Science, Indigenous studies, women’s studies, or public administration with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a supervising or management role.
Extensive experience in drafting and analyzing policy and issues affecting Indigenous families and awareness of community resources.
Demonstrated administrative management with the ability to supervise a team of people and provide information and support as required.
A demonstrated high level of written, oral, and interpersonal skills and can influence and negotiate with partners and stakeholders to find collaborative solutions for complex issues.
Demonstrated stakeholder management skills with the ability to establish and maintain credible and trusting relationships with senior management, Community Members, and all partners.
Experience with financial planning; to plan and manage programs/projects and support planning processes and reporting, including results based planning and annual plans within budgets.
Excellent human resources skills and ability to work as a member of a team yet act independently to meet deadlines.
Working knowledge of Not-for-Profit and government organization policy and program delivery. Experience working with Indigenous governance structures and communities.
Demonstrated experience providing written submissions, drafting policy, analyzing government policy, legislation, regulations, engagement approaches, working agreements in relation to Indigenous women, families and/or communities.
Strong awareness of issues affecting Indigenous women and their families.
Solution oriented with proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of and relationships with other service agencies, ability to network and create/maintain these relationships.
Experience coordinating workshops and/or conferences.
Experience with resource development and implementation.
Ability/willingness to travel and to work flexible hours.
Ability to effectively communicate and influence across the organization.
Creative, flexible, and strategic change focused.
Decision making skills to set standards and priorities and allocate time and resources.
Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office equipment.
Reliable vehicle, appropriate insurance coverage and valid Ontario “G” class driver’s license.
Current, valid vulnerable sector criminal records check. Valid 1st Aid/CPR.
Cellular phone and internet access are required within this position.
Must be willing and able to work a flexible working from home arrangement if required. This may include a combination of virtual remote work in your home and in office arrangements. This will be based on operational needs and will be determined by the ONWA.
Ability to speak an Indigenous Language is considered an asset.
ONWA is committed to implementing measures to protect its community members, staff, and other stakeholders from COVID-19. As a result, ONWA has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy. Exemptions will be made for those with a valid medical exemption; proof of the exemption will be required.
Please know, this is an existing role we are looking to fill.
The full salary range for this role is $87,000 - $107,574 ONWA conducts annual performance reviews, and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
If you would like to learn more about the job, please send us an email at
hr@onwa.ca.
Please know, we are only accepting applications until July 13, 2026.
Indigenous Women are encouraged to apply. First preference will be given to all qualified Indigenous applicants.
Why make ONWA your career choice?
Make a difference in the lives of Indigenous peoples by supporting and advocating for positive change. ONWA prides itself on providing all employees with a total rewards package that is generous and supports our workforce and their family members:
Competitive salaries
Generous paid vacation time
Paid time off at Christmas above paid vacation time
Additional paid stat and civic holidays
35 hour work week
Comprehensive benefits program including health, paramedical, dental, vision and EAP. All premiums covered by the employer
Healthcare Spending Account and Lifestyle Spending Account
Competitive Retirement Savings Plan
Paid sick days
Paid cultural/personal wellness days
Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
Ongoing professional development.
Possible reimbursement on portion of cell phone and internet expenses
Remote/hybrid work offered for various positions
Paid management days
VISION:
At the Ontario Native Women’s Association (ONWA), we celebrate and honour the safety and healing of Indigenous Women and Girls as they take up their leadership roles in the family, community, provincially, nationally and internationally for generations to come.
SCOPE:
The Policy Manager ensures community knowledge policy is implemented and managed according to the program standards and guidelines that works to facilitate the achievement of moving forward ONWA’s * Strategic issues related to policy. The Manager provides leadership to the policy team to ensure analysis is done through an Indigenous Gender Based Analysis and human rights lens. They collaboratively work with Community Development and Community Services to ensure feedback from engagements with ONWA members and community members are reflected in policy submissions, briefs, legislative reviews, and other policy related materials. As a manager they will define, analyze, develop, and evaluate policies to effect positive change for Indigenous Women and their families that honors, respects, and restores Indigenous Women’s leadership. They manage projects, work with stakeholders and community members to gather input and share information.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A degree or diploma related to Policy, Social Sciences, Political Science, Indigenous studies, women’s studies, or public administration with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in a supervising or management role.
Extensive experience in drafting and analyzing policy and issues affecting Indigenous families and awareness of community resources.
Demonstrated administrative management with the ability to supervise a team of people and provide information and support as required.
A demonstrated high level of written, oral, and interpersonal skills and can influence and negotiate with partners and stakeholders to find collaborative solutions for complex issues.
Demonstrated stakeholder management skills with the ability to establish and maintain credible and trusting relationships with senior management, Community Members, and all partners.
Experience with financial planning; to plan and manage programs/projects and support planning processes and reporting, including results based planning and annual plans within budgets.
Excellent human resources skills and ability to work as a member of a team yet act independently to meet deadlines.
Working knowledge of Not-for-Profit and government organization policy and program delivery. Experience working with Indigenous governance structures and communities.
Demonstrated experience providing written submissions, drafting policy, analyzing government policy, legislation, regulations, engagement approaches, working agreements in relation to Indigenous women, families and/or communities.
Strong awareness of issues affecting Indigenous women and their families.
Solution oriented with proven analytical and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of and relationships with other service agencies, ability to network and create/maintain these relationships.
Experience coordinating workshops and/or conferences.
Experience with resource development and implementation.
Ability/willingness to travel and to work flexible hours.
Ability to effectively communicate and influence across the organization.
Creative, flexible, and strategic change focused.
Decision making skills to set standards and priorities and allocate time and resources.
Proficient working knowledge of MS Office Software, internet, and general office equipment.
Reliable vehicle, appropriate insurance coverage and valid Ontario “G” class driver’s license.
Current, valid vulnerable sector criminal records check. Valid 1st Aid/CPR.
Cellular phone and internet access are required within this position.
Must be willing and able to work a flexible working from home arrangement if required. This may include a combination of virtual remote work in your home and in office arrangements. This will be based on operational needs and will be determined by the ONWA.
Ability to speak an Indigenous Language is considered an asset.
ONWA is committed to implementing measures to protect its community members, staff, and other stakeholders from COVID-19. As a result, ONWA has implemented a mandatory vaccination policy. Exemptions will be made for those with a valid medical exemption; proof of the exemption will be required.
Please know, this is an existing role we are looking to fill.
The full salary range for this role is $87,000 - $107,574 ONWA conducts annual performance reviews, and employees may be eligible for salary adjustments based on performance outcomes and available funding.
We welcome applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
If you would like to learn more about the job, please send us an email at
hr@onwa.ca.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Policy Manager (Full-Time Contract) position is now open for candidates interested in the Legal Jobs sector. This role in Ontario offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Legal Jobs is a plus.
