OSTA-AECO is a one-of-a-kind organization in Canada. We’re an independent, non-partisan group of democratically-elected student representatives in grades 11 and 12. We sit on Ontario’s 72 public school boards and we’re driven by our belief in the power of student voice. We work in our local communities and on the provincial stage to ensure that students are always put first.

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Ontario Student Trustees' Association

Chief Operating Officer

**Department:** Policy & Research 
**Reports to:** Chief Operating Officer 
**Direct Reports:** Policy & Research Department 
**Time Commitment:** 10-15 hours per week 
**Position Type:** Appointed 
 
### POSITION DESCRIPTION 
The **Vice-President, Policy & Research** is primarily responsible for coordinating the policy-related projects and policy statements of OSTA-AECO. In conjunction with the President and their department, they are also responsible for coordinating and leading student story-telling projects to inform education policy and further OSTA’s advocacy.  
 
As a non-voting member of the leadership team, they shall: 

- Coordinate demographics surveys and research to inform the leadership team on the stance of their constituents. 
- At the direction of the advocacy branch of the organization, formulate stances and lead projects to support the advocacy of OSTA-AECO. 
- Act as a line of communication between the Policy & Research department and the leadership team. 
- Ensure the transparency and knowledge of organizational policies and procedures and ensure these documents are accessible by relevant members of OSTA-AECO. 
- Present formulated positions and policy projects to members of the organization. 
- Determine project timelines and release dates for publications and policy projects within the organization. 
- Work to provide advocacy and policy training to the General Assembly  
- Uphold OSTA’s values as outlined in the Code of Conduct to foster a safe and healthy working environment 
 
### REQUIRED SKILLS 
The following skills are strongly recommended for the following position. Note, candidates need not have direct experience with these skills, however, should show a keen interest in developing them. 

- Experience in public policy or research, specifically in advocacy. 
- Thorough knowledge of the Ontario education system and its governance. 
- Basic technology skills, specifically with Microsoft Office 365. 
- Experience in storytelling and qualitative research  
- Ability to compile research and opinions into well-written policy documents or position papers. 

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