Information Specialist Ottawa , ON

Description

Who we are

The Vanier Institute of the Family is a national, independent think tank committed to enhancing family wellbeing by making information about families accessible and actionable. Positioned at the centre of networks of researchers, educators, policymakers, and organizations with an interest in families, we share evidence and strengthen the understanding of families in Canada, in all their diversities, to support evidence-informed decisions that promote family wellbeing. Through research, publications, partnerships and collaborations, presentations, and social media, we elevate the national understanding of families in Canada. Our culture is one of respect and inclusivity. For more information about the Institute, visit here.

The Vanier Institute of the Family is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion within our recruitment practices, and to continue expanding the diversity of our staff team to better represent the diversity of lived experiences of the families we serve. We actively encourage applications from members of equity-seeking communities. The qualities and tasks listed in the following sections should be interpreted as guidance, not all of which necessarily need to be met by a successful applicant. If you believe your skills are transferable and can meet the majority of the position expectations, we encourage you to apply.

About the position

Reporting to the Executive Director, and as a member of the program team, the Information Specialist is responsible for curation and archiving of the Vanier Institute’s website resources and providing technical data support services and analytics so that Institute is perceived as the “go-to” site for distilled research on families in Canada.

As Information Specialist, you will:

• Advise on the knowledge management strategy for the Institute, including maintaining and supporting information preservation and legacy protocols.
• Work collaboratively with the Executive Director and Institute staff to ensure the resource centre is appropriately maintained and updated.
• Provide ready access to the resource database, always ensuring adequate accessibility and security for stakeholders.
• Provide ongoing review and analysis of current literature, publications, and Internet material on best practices, accessing related policies, procedures, processes, and protocols to establish a resource of current and emerging knowledge and information useful for building a resource and policy base, providing briefings and presentation material as required.
• Provide analytical explanations, interpretations, assessments, and recommendations to senior Institute staff.
• Develop annotated bibliographies of knowledge evidence, literature, tools, resources, and capacity building material for the Institute.
• Support the Executive Director and other program staff in consultations with stakeholders and other jurisdictions to exchange information and seek input regarding families in Canada and evidence archiving.
• Streamline and organize the structure of the Institute’s internal file system in MS Teams.

Qualifications and skills

• Postgraduate degree in library and information science.
• Demonstrated experience with data and information archiving policies and procedures.
• Strong project management experience and demonstrated experience managing competing priorities in a complex environment.
• Knowledge of search strategies and relevant research databases for conducting and overseeing systematic reviews of academic and grey literature.
• Ability to identify risk and propose risk mitigation strategies within the scope of the responsibilities.
• Knowledge of WordPress and the Microsoft 365 platform, including MS Teams.
• Experience synthesizing complex data and research results into knowledge accessible for audiences at all levels is desirable.
• Excellent written communication skills, including the ability to write using plain, non-technical language.
• English is required. Bilingual (English/French) preferred.

Terms of employment

Permanent, full-time

Compensation: $73,500 to $88,500 per annum

Location: Ottawa is preferred, but the position may be done remotely by the right candidate.

Vacation and leave: Entitlement starts at 4 weeks per year. Other leave policies are interpreted with a lens to supporting family wellbeing and work/life integration.

Benefits: The Vanier Institute of the Family provides a comprehensive, employer-paid benefits package, including health, dental, and life insurance, as well as a defined contribution pension plan.

To apply

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Assessment of received applications will begin on May 6, 2024.

To apply, visit https://secure.collage.co/jobs/vanierinstitute/44618. You will need to upload a cover letter and a resume.

Reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility shall be made at every step of the application process, on a candidate’s request.

The Vanier Institute commits to contacting all applicants to confirm the final status of their application.

Compensation

$73,500 - $88,500 per year

Closes: 14 July, 2024