Skills required
Languages Needed:
French is an assett
- Work remotely
- Flexible in schedule
Research Analyst, Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (CNPEA)
5-15 hours
/ monthly
1 year with possibility of extension
The Research Analyst plays a key role in strengthening CNPEA’s advocacy, policy development, and evidence-informed initiatives. Working closely with the Executive Director (ED) and the Advocacy Committee, this volunteer will support legislative and policy research, analysis, and the development of position statements and policy papers. This role contributes directly to CNPEA’s national advocacy efforts by ensuring that recommendations and public positions are grounded in strong evidence, research, and emerging best practices related to elder abuse prevention and addressing ageism. Key Duties & Responsibilities Assist the Advocacy Committee and Executive Director with research and policy-related tasks Conduct legislative and policy research as assigned (federal, provincial, and territorial) Draft and support dissemination of position statements, briefing notes, and policy papers Conduct literature reviews and gather relevant information, research, and data Analyze and synthesize a variety of academic, legal, and policy materials Identify trends, gaps, and promising practices in elder abuse prevention and ageism Assist with advisory committees, stakeholder consultations, and working groups Support knowledge translation to ensure research findings are accessible to diverse audiences Qualifications & Experience Strong written and verbal communication skills Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Familiarity with various research methodologies (qualitative, quantitative, policy analysis, literature reviews) Experience synthesizing complex information into clear, concise documents Ability to work independently and meet deadlines in a remote environment Both official languages (English and French) would be an asset Background in public policy, social sciences, law, gerontology, public health, or a related field is an asset Knowledge of issues related to aging, elder abuse prevention, or ageism is an asset
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Contribute to national advocacy efforts that advance the rights and safety of older adults Gain experience in legislative and policy research at a national level Strengthen your portfolio in research, policy analysis, and knowledge mobilization Build connections with leaders in the nonprofit, research, aging, and policy sectors Deepen your understanding of elder abuse prevention, human rights, and ageism Flexible schedule that accommodates professional and personal commitments
Skills required
Languages Needed:
French is an assett
- Remote or online
- Flexible in schedule