This is a full-time, term position for 12 months until December 2025 (35 hours/weekly). Within Vantage Point’s Engagement and Advocacy Team, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist is responsible for leading policy initiatives, developing evidence-based policy recommendations, and advancing advocacy and government relations efforts.
Organizational Overview
Vantage Point’s mission is to promote connected communities by nurturing a strong non-profit sector. We achieve this by delivering high-quality training, resources, and advocacy that builds connection, creativity, and impact in the sector. Our vision is an inclusive community, where non-profits can achieve their fullest potential and drive sustainable change throughout the province and beyond.
Job Summary
As the convener of the BC Non-Profit Network, Vantage Point undertakes non-profit sector research, community engagement, policy development, advocacy, and government relations in collaboration with the network’s Steering Committee. Within Vantage Point’s Engagement and Advocacy Team, the Policy and Advocacy Specialist is responsible for leading policy initiatives, developing evidence-based policy recommendations, and advancing advocacy and government relations efforts on behalf of the BC Non-Profit Network. The successful team member will conduct policy analysis, produce policy briefs and reports, coordinate advocacy campaigns, and support strategic projects such as sector impact studies. This role will work closely with government officials, sector partners, and the BC Non-Profit Network to drive impactful policy change, strengthen sector capacity, and elevate the role of non-profits in shaping public policy.
Commitment to EDI (Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion)
Vantage Point is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team and providing equitable opportunities in our recruitment processes. Individuals with life experience and knowledge of promising practices in EDI are encouraged to apply. Vantage Point is particularly interested in considering applications from Indigenous, Black, Asian, Latinx, Indigequeer, Two-Spirited, and LGBTQ+ communities, people with disabilities, or people who hold otherwise traditionally marginalized identities to reflect the sector we serve and our collective communities.
Role Responsibilities
Policy Development
Sector Advocacy
Government Relations
Strategic Projects
Other
Qualifications and Competencies
Reports to: Director of Engagement and Advocacy
Works With: Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator, Research and Knowledge Mobilization Specialist, Operations and Communications Manager, Marketing and Communications Coordinator, CEO, BC Non-Profit Network Steering Committee, All staff team.
This is a full-time, term position (35 hours/weekly) with extended health benefits, including enrolment in the Municipal Pension Plan, and flexible work weeks. The term of the position is for 12 months, with the possibility of extension. The position is in job range G, according to our People Policies, which has a hiring range of $66,600 – $74,000 depending on experience. Vantage Point’s main offices are situated on the unceded and stolen lands of the Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Waututh), and xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) nations. We offer programs and services to non-profits across the lands of over 200 distinct First Nations. All staff members work in a hybrid format. A minimum of two days per week in person at our Vancouver office is expected for this position. Travel across BC (maximum 20%) and occasionally across Canada are required for this role.
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