Research Project Coordinator

Job Duties/Competencies:
• Coordinate projects, including data collection and compilation;
• Assist in development of planning options for policy implementation;
• Participate in the design, development, analysis, and evaluation of various components of health issues;
• Recruit for and conduct focus groups and interviews with community members on specific health issues;
• Draft articles, reports, and presentations regarding research findings;
• Manage the presentation of research and analysis of a broad range of health and wellness issues in order to assist in identifying their implications;
• Responsible for conducting literature reviews in support of projects;
• Analyze interviews for core content and themes relating to the intended and other outcomes of the study;
• Assist in developing communication strategies for the department, including appropriate media and other methods while collaborating with the Communications Department.
Skills and Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Health or Social Sciences, Social Services, or relevant field. Graduate Degree is an asset;
• Experience with quantitative/qualitative and community-based research methods;
• Experience in project management;
• Experience in health research project coordination;
• Training on multiple research software. SPSS is essential;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and time management skills;
• Experience working for a not-for-profit organization and Indigenous community is an asset;
• Knowledge of Red River Métis culture, MMF programs and services is a definite asset; and,
• Ability to travel, valid Manitoba Driver’s license with access to a reliable vehicle.