BC Care Providers Association
Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Schedule: 37.5 hours per week
Work arrangement: Hybrid, with up to three days per week in the Burnaby office
Salary: $65,000 to $70,000 per year, plus benefits
Department: Policy & Research
Position type: Individual contributor
Start date: January 2027

About BC Care Providers Association

BCCPA is the leading voice for British Columbia’s seniors living, wellness and care sector. Established in 1977, our growing membership includes nearly 600 long-term care, assisted living, independent living, home health, associate and commercial members across the province.

About the Position

BCCPA is seeking a motivated and analytical Policy Analyst & Coordinator to support our policy, advocacy, government relations, member engagement and events work.

In this role, you will conduct policy research, prepare briefing notes and policy materials, engage with members and stakeholders, and collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative data. You will translate policy, research and data findings into clear, compelling insights for government, members, senior leadership and other audiences.

You will also support the planning and coordination of events such as BCCPA’s annual conference, speaker sessions and member webinars. This may include developing content, working with presenters, coordinating logistics, and preparing meeting materials and documentation.

The position reports to the Senior Director of Policy and works collaboratively with teams across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Policy Research and Advocacy

- Monitor policy and advocacy developments at the provincial, national and local levels.
- Conduct background research and analyze emerging issues affecting British Columbia’s seniors care and seniors living sector.
- Prepare position papers, jurisdictional and environmental scans, briefing materials, talking points, presentations and other advocacy resources.
- Support the development and implementation of advocacy strategies intended to inform and influence government and other decision-makers.
- Integrate research and empirical evidence into policy positions, funding submissions and advocacy materials.

Writing and Communications

- Write briefing notes, summaries, memoranda, reports and policy positions for senior leadership, Board members, members,



stakeholders and public audiences.
- Develop content for newsletters, websites and other communications channels.
- Translate technical, policy and data-related information into clear and accessible language.
- Prepare presentations and supporting materials for meetings with government, members and sector stakeholders.

Data Analysis and Reporting

- Collect, clean, organize and analyze quantitative and qualitative data from public datasets, member surveys, operational data, research reports and other sources.
- Design and administer member surveys and data requests.
- Use Microsoft Excel and other appropriate tools to analyze information and identify trends, patterns and key findings.
- Develop accurate tables, charts and other data visualizations.
- Translate complex findings into compelling narratives for members, government, senior leadership and non-technical audiences.
- Clearly communicate data limitations and ensure that findings are presented accurately.

Member and Stakeholder Engagement

- Gather feedback from BCCPA members about policy priorities, operational challenges and emerging issues.
- Support Board committees, task forces, working groups and advisory councils.
- Liaise with government officials, non-profit organizations, regulatory bodies, unions and other sector partners.
- Participate in policy forums, consultations and meetings with stakeholders.
- Build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external partners.

Event Planning and Coordination

- Coordinate content and logistics for BCCPA’s annual conference, the Care to Chat speaker series, member webinars and other policy or stakeholder-engagement events.
- Help identify event topics and speakers.
- Work with presenters to develop relevant and engaging content.
- Support event logistics and delivery.
- Collaborate with the Communications and Events team to promote events and support successful execution.

Administrative and Cross-Functional Support





- Provide administrative and coordination support to the policy team.
- Schedule meetings, manage correspondence and maintain appropriate records.
- Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes and distribute action items.
- Work collaboratively with the Office of the CEO, Communications, Public Affairs, Events, Programs and Member Services teams.
- Provide support to other departments when required.

Education and Experience

Required

- An undergraduate degree in public policy, public health, gerontology, political science or another relevant field.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct policy research and analysis.
- Strong written communication, research, data and analytical abilities.
- An understanding of federal and provincial government structures and political processes.

Preferred

- A graduate degree in public policy, public health, health administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- Experience working in British Columbia’s health care system, seniors care, seniors housing or the non-profit sector.
- Experience preparing materials for government, senior leadership, Boards or external stakeholders.

What We Offer

- A salary of $65,000 to $70,000 per year.
- Extended health and dental perks.
- A flexible health spending account.
- Employee RRSP matching.
- Hybrid work arrangements.
- Training, orientation and professional-development opportunities.
- The opportunity to contribute to meaningful policy and advocacy work affecting seniors care and seniors living across British Columbia.

Work Location and Travel

This is a hybrid position based at BCCPA’s office in Burnaby, British Columbia. The successful candidate may be required to work from the office up to three days per week.

Occasional travel may be required, including travel to BCCPA’s annual conference in Whistler or Victoria and attendance at events in the Metro Vancouver region. Access to reliable transportation is considered an asset.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the position. Interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis, until the position is filled. Our aim is to start the new candidate in January 2027.

BCCPA thanks all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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