Responsibilities

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• Compile research on topics relating to governance, policy and legal opinions to form recommendations

• Formulate, review and implement organizational policies and bylaws throughout LEAP Canada

• Formulate and review contracts concerning confidentiality, sponsorships, media, volunteering

• Conduct organization-wide gap analyses in order to identify policy and legal risks and develop recommendations for the Board of Directors

• Support other department initiatives as needed

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Qualifications

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• Strong knowledge of the not-for-profit corporate structure in Canada

• Strong interest in and willingness to learn policy and legal development practices

• Works well in a team environment

• Ability to research and interpret legal writings and condense information while forming recommendations on next steps.

• Strong attention to detail

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Prior experience with policy development or legal writing is an asset

• Possess strong critical thinking and analytical skills to receive and interpret reports, ask relevant questions and act in the best interests of LEAP.

• Understand and be committed to the mission and values of LEAP Canada. 

• Have in-depth knowledge of the services offered by LEAP Canada.

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Perks of Joining the LEAP team:

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• Flexible hours

• Team socials

• Collaborate with a virtual and global team

• Personalized professional development program

• Build transferable skills for future roles

• Advancement opportunities

• Ownership and autonomy