Research Coordinator

The Research Coordinator at the PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women is an individual who is passionate about promoting gender equality and women's empowerment, has excellent research skills, and has a strong background in community information for public education. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the Council's research initiatives. The Research Coordinator works closely with the Council members and community partners to conduct community-based research, analyze data, and develop evidence-based recommendations and reports, and media and public communication.

A major project assigned to the Research Coordinator is the coordination of the Equality Report Card (publicly released every four years with preliminary research, communication, and data collection occurring in the years leading up to the release of the report).

About the Organization

The PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women (PEIACSW) is a provincial government advisory body dedicated to advancing gender equality in Prince Edward Island (PEI), Canada. The PEIACSW has a mandate to advise the provincial government and educate the public on issues related to the status of women-identifying people. The Advisory Council's nine government-appointed members are selected from among diverse PEI women who have demonstrated a commitment to gender equality.

Organizational Values

At the PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women, we believe that women's equality is the foundation for equality for all people. Women's inequality continues to influence discriminatory attitudes and actions that affect our society and culture, our politics and laws, and our economies. Council believes that women's independent social and economic security is key to equality and to freedom from physical, emotional, and sexual violence.

The PEI Advisory Council on the Status of Women has a commitment to feminist principles and process, and we strive to be anti-racist at all times, in all aspects of our work. We value team collaboration, work-life balance, and self-care. We are pro-choice and believe abortion is healthcare. Additionally, we acknowledge all women-identifying people in our understanding of "women," including cis women, trans women, and gender minorities.

Responsibilities

RESEARCH AND COMMUNICATIONS

Gender and Diversity Research

• Contribute to content and production of Council publications as related to research and policy and government consultations.
• Coordinate Council research and community consultations in support of policy and programming work, including, for example:
• Plan and lead interviews, focus groups, surveys, or other data collection
• Collect, record, and analyze data using appropriate statistical tools and techniques
• Prepare research results for Council members and diverse audiences
• Contribute to external communications on behalf of Council
• Stay informed on current research, good practices, and emerging trends related to gender equality.
• Contribute to project and program evaluations through research and data analysis.

Public Relations

• Contribute to external communications on behalf of the Council, including presenting research findings and knowledge translation for public education.
• Act as a public spokesperson for the Council, as required.

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

Strategic Project Support

• Coordinate research and consultation activities for Council-led projects and events.
• Contribute to research and communications aspects of Purple Ribbon Campaign, and other initiatives.
• Coordinate the Equality Report Card project including assessment model development, supplementary research, community engagement processes, collaboration with council and staff, report writing and revisions, and media outreach.

Fostering Good Relationships

• Serve on external committees and undertake project work related to the Council’s mandate.
• Support Council engagement and development activities.
• Respond to client inquiries related to research.

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Budget Planning and Oversight

• Manage project budgets for research and consultations, as required.
• Financial Reporting and Resource Development
• Contribute to fundraising and grant-writing efforts, as needed.

COUNCIL

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