Policy and Research Coordinator

Job Description:

About CSNPEI: The Community Sector Network of PEI (CSNPEI) is a nonprofit that exists to strengthen, support, and amplify the work of nonprofits, charities, and community organizations across the Island. We provide sector-wide coordination, and practical resources to help the community sector thrive. Our work is dynamic, people-centered, and always evolving.

About the Role: The Policy and Research Coordinator plays a central role in shaping CSNPEI’s advocacy and sector knowledge agenda. This position is responsible for gathering and analyzing data, tracking policy developments, producing research and briefs, and coordinating consultations with community organizations.

The ideal candidate is someone who can translate complex issues into clear recommendations, is skilled in collaborative engagement, and is passionate about strengthening the nonprofit ecosystem in PEI.

Key Responsibilities: 

Policy Analysis & Advocacy

• Identify and track provincial and federal policy issues affecting nonprofits and community organizations.
• Break down policy changes into clear insights and recommendations for the sector.
• Draft policy briefs, submissions, advocacy tools, and background notes that help position the sector’s needs.
• Support the Executive Director and board committees in shaping CSNPEI’s advocacy priorities.

Research & Sector Data

• Lead the development of a sector-wide data framework, including mapping organizations, workforce trends, and economic impact.
• Design and analyze surveys, focus groups, and community consultations.
• Produce bi-annual sector insights reports.
• Compile evidence and research to strengthen proposals and program development.

Stakeholder & Community Engagement

• Build strong relationships with nonprofits, community leaders, researchers, and government partners.
• Facilitate discussions and roundtables on key sector issues.
• Represent CSNPEI in collaborative projects or working groups connected to research, policy, or sector development.

Internal Collaboration & Strategic Support

• Work closely with the Executive Director to identify emerging issues, trends, and opportunities.
• Collaborate with program staff to inform sector supports, training, and other initiatives.
• Support communications by turning research into clear messages, stories, and visuals.
• Contribute to organizational planning, sector strategy, and cross-team projects as needed.
• Other duties as required

Qualifications:

• Degree in public policy, political science, research, social sciences, economics, or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in policy analysis, research, program evaluation, or government relations.
• Strong understanding of public policy processes and stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and interpret qualitative and quantitative data.
• Excellent writing skills with the ability to communicate complex issues clearly.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Experience working in or with the nonprofit sector.

To Apply:  

Please submit a cover letter and resume by clicking the apply button below.

People from marginalized communities are especially encouraged to apply, including but not limited to women, indigenous people, people with disabilities, people of colour, queer and trans people, refugees or immigrants, and people of low socioeconomic status. Please indicate in your cover letter if you consider yourself a member of a marginalized community and would like to be considered as such for this hiring process.

If you require accommodation to apply for this position, please contact Alexia Riche at (902) 330-3351

Recognizing interviewing is a time-intensive process, we will be providing some interview questions in advance and compensating interviewees with $50 for their time.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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