Manager, Advocacy, Research & Education

The Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) is looking for a Manager, Advocacy, Research & Education to advance the goals of the Association. This is a full-time permanent position. 

We are looking for a dynamic team player to join our small, cohesive and collaborative team in a progressive membership-based organization. 

Major responsibilities include:

Advocacy

• Plays a leadership role in the achievement of OASW’s social and professional advocacy goals in consultation with senior staff and the Vice President, Social and Professional Advocacy and the Government Relations Firm.
• Develop policy documents, briefing notes for government meetings, letters to government, and advocacy statements.
• Represent and speak on behalf of OASW in meetings with groups, branches, committees, other organizations and at events related to priority issues.

Research

• Conduct research and analysis on a wide variety of social and health policy issues and legislation. Identify experts and integrate their input into the preparation of policy briefs and position statements.
• Oversee research projects to build evidence that demonstrates the value of social work.
• Research and write handbooks, manuals, statements and articles related to professional practice.

Education

• Conduct research and report on trends in professional development.
• Develop and implement programs for educational activities, including online courses and the biennial provincial Conference, in consultation with the Planning Committee. 
• Source articles and solicit new material on professional practice, innovations in the field and social work research for online publication.

 The ideal candidate will possess:

• MSW with 8-10 years of work experience (both policy and clinical).
• Strong analytical/conceptual skills. Expertise in policy analysis, normally developed through work experience in a social planning, community organization or government setting. Ability to relate to a wide range of content areas and issues.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills using a variety of formats/vehicles.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Well-developed social media expertise.
• Keen sense of professional identity. Up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends in the profession and social work education.
• Ability to work independently with minimal consultation, while integrating collegially in a small office environment.
• RSW designation (or eligibility to register with OCSWSSW).

To apply, please go to https://charityvillage.com/jobs/search-results/job-detail.aspx?id=368926

Application deadline: September 18, 2017