Senior Policy Analyst – Artificial Intelligence (AI) / Analyste principal(e) des politiques – Intelligence artificielle (IA)

Position Overview

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze statistical information, assess existing research, and prepare reports and briefings on AI and First Nations priorities.
• Recommend AI-related policies through research and engagement with First Nations and AI stakeholders.
• Develop recommendations concerning AI governance, data sovereignty, programs, processes, and procedures affecting First Nations.
• Assist with AFN resolutions and policy papers related to AI.
• Collaborate with sector staff to share information, recommend approaches, and discuss challenges and solutions.
• Prepare, coordinate, edit, finalize, and file sector materials, including briefing notes, presentations, reports, correspondence, articles, minutes, invitations, and workplans.
• Attend Chiefs-in-Assembly meetings twice annually and take notes.
• Assist with planning and coordinating Chiefs Committees, Technical Committees, and Working Groups.
• Monitor or attend parliamentary standing committees as required.
• Assist the Director with funding-agreement reporting requirements.
• Submit leave requests through the leave system and perform other duties assigned by the Director.

Working Conditions

• The position is primarily office-based, with frequent travel for meetings, community engagements, and events.
• Irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required to meet organizational needs.
• The role requires handling high-pressure situations and adapting to changing circumstances.
• The work involves prolonged sitting and computer use.
• The role requires professionalism, discretion, cultural sensitivity, emotional resilience, and the ability to navigate politically sensitive environments.

Who Can Apply

• A post-secondary degree in political science, social science, computer science, information technology, or a related field and 5 to 7 years of directly relevant senior experience, or an equivalent combination.
• At least 5 years of experience with First Nations and First Nations programs and policies.
• Advanced AI knowledge and demonstrated understanding of AI's impact on First Nations communities.
• Advanced experience analyzing complex policy issues and data and communicating findings to varied audiences, including senior leadership.
• Familiarity with management information systems, databases, and Excel for data analysis.
• Experience working with First Nations partners and multiple levels of government and officials.
• English is the working language; French and a First Nations language are assets.

Why Work with AFN

• AFN provides employer-paid health, dental, and vision benefit premiums.
• The organization offers a pension plan with employer contributions.
• Benefits include vacation, sick, personal, and additional paid time off.
• Professional development support, wellness funds, and a central downtown Ottawa office are provided.
• The organization emphasizes meaningful work, collaboration, and inclusion.