Senior Manager or Director, Research and Policy

The Prosperity Project (TPP) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Manager or Director, Research and Policy to lead our research portfolio, including two flagship initiatives: the Annual Report Card on Gender Diversity and Leadership and the Canadian Household’s Perspectives. 

This role is ideal for someone who combines strong research and policy expertise with a clear understanding of how Corporate Canada thinks, communicates, and makes decisions. The successful candidate will be comfortable engaging with senior corporate audiences, presenting research and insights in a compelling way, and translating data into clear, practical, and actionable recommendations. 

The Senior Manager or Director will oversee and execute research initiatives, analyze qualitative and quantitative data, develop evidence-based recommendations, and communicate findings to a range of stakeholders. This role requires frequent collaboration with internal and external partners and a strong ability to ensure that TPP’s research and policy work is relevant, credible, and aligned with organizational priorities. 

Key Responsibilities

Research Leadership 

• Lead the design and execution of TPP’s research initiatives, including case studies, surveys, focus groups, literature reviews, best-practice scans, and other research activities.  
• Ensure research projects are rigorous, well-structured, data-driven, and aligned with TPP’s strategic objectives.  
• Conduct and oversee research and analysis, synthesizing complex information into clear insights, practical implications, and actionable recommendations.  
• Present TPP’s research, data, and findings to executive-level audiences and other non-academic stakeholders in a way that is clear, credible, and persuasive.  
• Stay current on industry trends, corporate practices, policy developments, and emerging research methodologies, identifying implications for TPP’s work.  
• Proactively identify opportunities to strengthen, refine, and expand the reach and influence of TPP’s research portfolio.  

Stakeholder Relations 

• Serve as the lead relationship manager for research-focused stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, strong collaboration, and effective project coordination.  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including TPP Partners, Founding Visionaries, advisory groups, advocacy organizations, and subject matter experts.  
• Lead Advisory Group meetings and support effective stakeholder engagement throughout the research process.  
• Identify and pursue opportunities for partnerships, grants and collaborations that advance TPP’s mission and research goals.  
• Organize and lead information sessions for diverse stakeholder groups participating in or engaging with TPP’s research.  
• Represent TPP in external meetings, conferences, and forums related to research, policy, and women’s economic empowerment.  

Communications 

• Produce high-quality written materials, including briefing notes, reports, white papers, presentations, and other content for non-academic audiences.  
• Translate research findings into clear, concise, and compelling narratives tailored to corporate, philanthropic, and public audiences.  
• Develop presentations and communications materials that move beyond reporting data to providing practical direction and recommendations.  
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop polished, accessible, and visually strong reports, briefs, and presentations.  

Team Collaboration 

• Work collaboratively across TPP’s team to ensure alignment between research, partnerships, communications, and organizational priorities.  
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive working environment that supports knowledge sharing and cross-functional coordination.  

Qualifications 

• Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Public Policy, Economics, Social Sciences, Gender Studies, or a related discipline, with 2+ years of relevant experience in research and policy analysis; or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 5+ years of relevant experience in research, policy analysis, or stakeholder relations.
• Demonstrated experience conducting and managing research projects and translating findings into recommendations for non-academic audiences.
• Strong experience preparing written reports, briefing materials, and presentations for executive or professional audiences.
• Experience presenting research findings and recommendations to senior stakeholders with confidence and clarity.
• Strong understanding of the corporate sector, including how companies communicate, operate, and make decisions.
• Experience working in, with, or closely alongside Corporate Canada is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of gender equality, diversity, equity and inclusion, and women’s economic participation, including the broader systemic and workplace context.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information and draw clear conclusions.  
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate persuasively and with minimal editing required.  
• Strong judgment, initiative, and ability to manage priorities independently in a remote work environment.
• Proven ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple projects, and produce high-quality work with limited supervision.
• Experience with data analysis tools and research platforms; knowledge of Qualtrics is an asset.
• Bilingualism (English/French) is a strong asset.  

We strongly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. Even if you do not meet all the qualifications, but you are interested in the role and you think you might be a good fit, we want to hear from you! 

Only Canadian citizens and permanent residents are eligible. 

Salary range: $80,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience, plus health and dental benefits, a generous vacation package, and a flexible virtual work environment. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and candidates may be contacted as applications are received. We encourage early submission, and aim to have the successful candidate in place by mid-July. 

To be considered, please submit your application by email to info@canadianprosperityproject.ca with the subject line: “Research and Policy Application.” Please combine your cover letter and resume into a single document. Only applications submitted in accordance with these instructions will be considered.

TPP is an inclusive employer committed to accessibility. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application process, please contact info@canadianprosperityproject.ca with the subject line: “Accommodation Request.”