Position: Communications Policy Analyst

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

Employment Type: Full-Time, one (1) year Term

Department: Operations - Communications

Reports To: Communications Manager

About the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages (OCIL)

The Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages is dedicated to promoting and championing Indigenous languages by supporting the efforts of Indigenous Peoples across Canada to reclaim, revitalize, maintain, and strengthen their languages.

Our national team is passionate about our work, and the difference we make with the research, resources and innovation we develop collaboratively with partners and share with Indigenous communities. We have policies in place to ensure a welcoming, protected and respectful workplace, as well as rigorous standards for transparency and accountability.

Our Vision: All Indigenous languages in Canada are safe, vibrant, and thriving.

Our Guiding Principles

1. There is an urgent need for concerted efforts and investments toward the revitalization of Indigenous languages to arrest and reverse the erosion that has already occurred. Research shows that no Indigenous language in Canada is safe and that all are in varying stages of endangerment.
2. Indigenous languages are fundamental to the identities, cultures, spirituality, relationships to the land, worldviews, and self-determination of Indigenous peoples.
3. Indigenous languages have and continue to contribute to the strength of Canada as a whole, including biodiversity and the richness of linguistic and cultural heritage. The Commission is committed to protecting the vitality of all Indigenous languages, including sign languages and sleeping languages.





We welcome interest by qualified candidates as we expand our national team to launch new, exciting projects and to meet growing organizational needs.

About the Role

Reporting to the Manager of Communications, the Communications Analyst supports the research, planning, and development of communications content and initiatives that advance the mandate and priorities of the Office of the Commissioner of Indigenous Languages.

The position combines communications research and analysis with hands‑on writing and content development, supporting the creation of social media content, reports, publications, website materials, key messages, and other communications products. Working collaboratively with the communications team and other departments, the role helps translate complex information into clear, accessible, and engaging content while contributing to communications projects and supporting their timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

1. Research, draft, edit, and review communications content for social media, reports, publications, websites, newsletters, presentations, and other print and digital communications materials.
2. Support the development of Commission reports and publications, including gathering information, drafting and editing content, incorporating departmental contributions, and ensuring accuracy and consistency in messaging.
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Develop communications materials such as briefing notes, backgrounders, key messages, speaking points, news releases, frequently asked questions, and media responses.
4. Provide project coordination support to the communications team as required, including organizing content contributions, tracking assigned deliverables, and following up on outstanding information.
5. Conduct research and environmental scanning on Indigenous language initiatives, emerging issues, media coverage, and relevant developments to inform communications planning and content development.
6. Support the development and implementation of communications plans, campaigns, announcements, and public awareness initiatives, including identifying audiences, messaging, and appropriate communications approaches.
7. Collaborate with internal departments and subject matter experts to gather, synthesize, and translate complex information into accessible communications content, incorporating feedback as required.
8. Contribute to social media content planning and editorial calendars, including researching topics, drafting posts, identifying storytelling opportunities, and developing content aligned with the Commission's priorities.
9. Support communications activities related to events, engagements, report releases, and announcements, including developing promotional content, presentations, key messages, and supporting materials.
10. Monitor media coverage, public discourse, and emerging issues to identify communications opportunities, considerations, and potential risks.
11. Ensure written communications materials are accurate, accessible, culturally responsive, and consistent with the Commi

📌 Communications Policy Analyst-Analyste en politique des communications (Ottawa)
🏢 Office Of The Commissioner Of Indigenous Languages
📍 Ottawa