Alternative Municipal Budget Research Assistant
Alternative Municipal Budget Research Assistant
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Alternative Municipal Budget Research Assistant
SUMMARY: The CCPA Manitoba Office Research Assistant will support the research editing and writing process for the 2026 Winnipeg Alternative Municipal Budget.
REPORTS TO: Senior Researcher (Errol Black Chair in Labour Issues)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Project management of the Alternative Municipal Budget.
- Background research for chapter authors and writing 1 - 2 chapters.
- Support community engagement and knowledge mobilization.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:
Research
- University training in the social sciences (senior undergraduate or graduate).
- Strong quantitative research and writing skills.
- Dedication to research and advocacy toward social and economic justice.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Good at troubleshooting and asking for assistance or support when necessary.
- Experience with community-based research methods is considered an asset.
Interpersonal
- Non-judgmental and respectful
- Great verbal communicator and listener
- Responsible and reliable
- Good attention to detail
- Basic understanding of conflict resolution procedures
WORKPLACE: The position is based at the CCPA Manitoba office located at 583 Ellice Ave Winnipeg. This space is wheelchair accessible. Some hybrid work is possible but not guaranteed.
ELIGIBILITY: We seek a Masters Student in social sciences or economics. The position starts in September 2025 and ends in May 2026.
$27 / hour for a total of 300 hours over eight months (September - May). This is approximately 10 hours/week.
CCPA seeks employment equity. If you identify as First Nations Mtis Indigenous racialized and/ or a person with a disability you are encouraged to indicate this in your cover letter. Preference is given to inner-city residents.
Please submit a cover letter and resumeto send a sample of your writing to withAMB Writing Sample in the subject line. Both must be submitted by September 22 2025 using the title AMB Research Assistant.
Employment Type
Part-Time
