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Associate Consultant

About BoardWalk Group

 

At BoardWalk Group, we are driven by a mission to transform health and social systems to better meet the evolving needs of people. Today’s systems face growing challenges, and our passion is taking on these challenging and complex topics to support our clients.

 

As a boutique consulting firm based in Toronto, we are rooted in the principles of community and collaboration. We specialize in partnering with community organizations, non-profits, networks of organizations, government agencies, and policymakers to co-create strategies that address the social determinants of health. We aim to strengthen and amplify the community sector supporting them to play a vital role in improving societal health and well-being.

 

Our work spans diverse areas, such as health care, mental health, housing, and other interconnected sectors, leveraging innovative solutions to drive lasting impact.

 

The Role: Associate Consultant

 

We are seeking an Associate Consultant to join our small but dynamic team and make an immediate impact. In this role, you’ll work on a variety of projects, contributing to research, strategy development, and hands-on implementation across a wide range of health and social areas. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work closely with clients, engage with stakeholders, and help create actionable solutions that strengthen communities.

 

What You’ll Do

 

  • Collaborate with clients across sectors—including community organizations, non-profits, and government agencies—to design and implement transformative strategies.

  • Conduct research and analysis on health and social systems, including the social determinants of health.

  • Support the facilitation of workshops, stakeholder consultations, and co-design sessions.

  • Prepare high-quality reports, presentations, and deliverables.

  • Work closely with a small, collaborative team to contribute to the success of projects and support the growth of the firm.

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Who You Are

 

  • A proactive problem solver who is eager to jump into a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.

  • As self-starter eager to contribute your knowledge, skills and insights.

  • Skilled at managing multiple competing priorities with efficiency and focus.

  • Equally comfortable collaborating within a team or working independently to achieve results.

  • Passionate about improving systems and addressing complex health and social challenges.

  • Comfortable working across diverse health and social sectors with a variety of stakeholders, from community groups to policymakers.

  • Strong in research, writing, and analytical skills, with a knack for distilling complex information into clear, actionable insights.

 

​​Skills and Qualifications
We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

 

Essential Skills:

  • Strong research and analytical abilities, including experience synthesizing qualitative and quantitative data.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to tailor messages to diverse audiences.

  • Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and collaborate with stakeholders across sectors.

 

Preferred Skills and Experiences:

  • Experience in consulting, project management, or a related field is an asset.

  • Familiarity with health and social systems, including the social determinants of health.

  • Training or experience in facilitation, design thinking, co-design, and/or stakeholder engagement.

  • Proficiency in tools such as Microsoft Office Suite, online collaboration platforms (e.g., Miro, Monday.com), and data visualization tools.

 

Educational Background:

  • A degree in a relevant field, such as public health, social work, health policy, business administration, or a related discipline. A master’s degree is an asset but not required.

 

Salary:

  • The salary range of this role is $55,000 to $75,000.

 

Workplace Type:

  • The position is mostly remote, but also requires travel to client location.

  • Ideal for the candidate to live within the Greater Toronto Area.

 

 

If you’re excited by the opportunity to make an impact and grow alongside a start-up consulting firm dedicated to community-centered change, we’d love to hear from you!

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Email your resume to: info@boardwalk-group.com by November 29, 2024.

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