The seminar runs from 10am to 5pm at the Indigo Hotel (123 Metcalfe Street). There is no charge for this event, and lunch is included.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Ian Lee (Carleton University) – The Myth of Inequality in Canada – time to roast Chicken Little
• Ravina Bains (Fraser Institute) – Property Rights and Canada’s First Nations
• Tsvetelin Tsonevski (Foundation for Economic Education) – Why Socialism Fails
• Georges Bragues (University of Guelph Humber) – The Future of the Welfare State

Those interested in attending are asked to register online at http://www.liberalstudies.ca/events/economics-freedom/

We are looking for a skilled professional, with superior writing, analytical and coordination skills to support CHRA’s work in programs, policy, advocacy and member services. The Program Officer will work closely with CHRA’s senior staff, especially the Director of Policy and Programs, and will support a wide range of activities, including CHRA’s Annual Congress, webinars, caucuses and committees.

This is a mid-level position with ample opportunity to work independently, assume responsibility and make a difference in the housing and homelessness sector in Canada. We are seeking an individual with pride in what they undertake and confidence in knowing what needs to get done next and how to go about doing it.

Responsibilities

• Policy, Advocacy and Research
  • Conducts policy analysis and background briefing papers for current and emerging issues in housing, homelessness and related issues.
  • Drafts reports, synopses, briefing notes and other written pieces for internal and external audiences.
  • Tracks government legislation and initiatives affecting affordable housing and homelessness sector.
  • Monitors Hansard, stakeholder and media activity regarding the issues.
  • Prepares formal correspondence for MPs, national stakeholders, etc.
  • Support CHRA’s advocacy program by coordinating lobby days, arranging meetings, preparing backgrounders, handling the logistics for grassroots approaches and campaigns.

• Annual Congress
  • Arrange and coordinate the participation of speakers, sponsors and other VIPs at Congress
  • Prepare session descriptions and speaker biographies.
  • Liaise with session moderators, preparing and providing introductory notes.
  • Coordinate Congress “mobile tours,” with responsibility for site liaison and all related logistics.
  • Work with communications staff to develop written Congress materials, such as promotional bulletins and media releases.
  • Handle on-site coordination of identified Congress logistics including troubleshooting unexpected developments.

• Webinars
  • Research potential topics and speakers for a series of 6 to 8 webinars annually.
  • Invite, coordinate and prep webinar speakers including technical trial runs.
  • Research targeted audiences for marketing and promotion.
  • Work with communications staff to develop promotional materials.

• Member and Program Support
  • Provide support for the activities of the CHRA Board of Directors, caucuses and committees such as the Aboriginal Caucus, the National Network of Community Advisory Boards, the Congress Local Host Committee and the Awards committee including the preparation of agendas and minutes, distribution lists etc.
  • Draft and post content for the website.
  • Provide content for CHRA’s biweekly newsletter, Dispatch.

• Other duties and responsibilities may be required from time to time as needed to assist in the management of the office

Requirements

• Post-Secondary education in a relevant field, e.g. public administration, political science, sociology, communications; a graduate degree would be an asset.
• Superior writing skills, with excellent coordination and communication skills.
• 3-5 years’ experience in a small office environment, preferably with a non-profit or membership organization.
• Understanding of the Canadian parliamentary system and political process.
• Proficient computer skills with all office software, web content management systems and social media.
• Team player, with the ability to multi-task and work under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of housing policy in Canada an asset
• English and French.

Starting salary: $45,000 with excellent vacation and benefits package.

Deadline to apply: October 10.

Those who are interested may send a e-mail with an attached resume to Parliamentary Research Assistant Jesse Coady at Elizabeth.May.A3@parl.gc.ca.

Closing Deadline:  November 1, 2013

SPPA faculty will be attending the ARNOVA conference, November 21-23, and available to meet with potential candidates for a shortlist.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline and a demonstrated promise of excellence in research. The successful candidate would teach required and elective courses in the School’s Master of Philanthropy and Nonprofit Leadership (www.carleton.ca/mpnl) and have an active research agenda in this field. The ability to teach in other areas of public management and public policy in the Master of Arts in Public Administration is desirable.

For more information, and details about the application, please go to the Employment Opportunities page.

This award is valued at $500.00
Deadline: February 3rd, 2014

The application form may be downloaded here: http://www.redquillbooks.com/Grants_Scholarships.html

This project was part of their coursework for Carleton’s Grad Diploma in Public Policy and Program Evaluation (DPE).

The students were reviewing the impact of a water system that had been installed in two of eight villages that were set up for repatriated Burundians refugees from Tanzania and the Congo.

The Mallory Grant is meant to inspire continued interest in the parliamentary system of government. The purposes of the grant are: to sponsor original research on parliamentary institutions in general and parliamentary government at the federal, provincial and territorial levels in Canada in particular; to promote the publication of such research in the publications of the Canadian Study of Parliament Group (CSPG); and to foster a broader understanding of parliamentary government and institutions among interested Canadians.

Applications are encouraged from informed observers of parliamentary institutions including academics, journalists, professionals and others with a demonstrable research background. The grant enables the recipient to employ research assistance, to acquire unique resources necessary for carrying out the research, and/or to spend research time at the Parliament in Ottawa and/or at the legislatures in the provincial and territorial capitals.

Further information is available on the CSPG Website:

http://www.studyparliament.ca/English/pdf/MalloryGrantSep2013-e.pdf

http://www.studyparliament.ca/English/awards_en.htm

It is this time of the year again!

Are you interested, registered or involved in the Policy analysis concentration at SPPA?

Please join us for a social event to meet and discuss with students and Faculty.

WHERE: Marc-André Gagnon’s (MAG’s) house. Please RSVP for location details.

WHAT DO I BRING: Bring what you want to drink. Lebanese food will be offered, but you can contribute by bringing a dish or a dessert.

HOW DO I DRESS: Casual.

CAN I BRING A GUESTS: Yes, you’re welcome to bring boyfriend/grilfriend/kids. But keep in mind that this social event is organized in order to meet with people interested in policy analysis.

PLEASE RSVP or send your questions to Prof. Gagnon at the email address above.