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Welcome to KTECOP The Ontario Knowledge Transfer and Exchange Community of Practice (KTECOP) is a network of KTE practitioners and researchers who share KTE practices and experience, build peer relationships for information exchange and support, build KTE capacity, advance knowledge of KTE effectiveness, and share KTE events, job opportunities and other related KTE activities.
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Posted by Katrina Hitchman on February 2nd, 2012
The Canadian Water Network seeks a Manager of Strategic Communications and Programs for a one-year contract position, with the possibility of extension.
The position will support and be accountable to the Executive Director and will lead activities to develop and deliver core CWN communications, marketing, knowledge mobilization and training program elements. This includes managing the development of synthesis reports, surveys and other corporate outputs, communications activities, training and events, as well as assisting the Executive Director to develop knowledge mobilization strategies.
The successful candidate will be a proactive self-starter with strong experience in managing a broad portfolio with a small and diverse team of professionals. The candidate should have a strong interest in and enthusiasm for working at a non-profit organization. Knowledge of the Canadian water sector is an asset but not a requirement.
CWN provides competitive compensation packages, challenging and meaningful work, and a focus on flexibility and work–life balance.
For more information, visit:
http://www.cwn-rce.ca/news-and-events/featured/cwn-seeks-a-manager-of-strategic-communications-and-programs/
Posted by Peter Levesque on January 31st, 2012
Please consider attending the Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum 2012 in Ottawa, June 19-20.
Knowledge Mobilization has seen a significant growth over the past decade. There are more organizations engaged in active knowledge mobilization efforts. There are more people with knowledge mobilization as their profession. Research efforts to understand and optimize knowledge mobilization practice have accelerated and are attracting more resources.
It is now time to come together to share both the science and art of knowledge mobilization. The Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum will provide access to some of the best minds and most creative practitioners in the field. Come to share what you know so we can create together.
- Keynote speakers will be: Inspirational, Master Networkers, Visionary, and Action Oriented.
- The themes to be addressed include practice in: Education, Health, Public Policy, and Community Partnerships.
- Learn from the latest research findings.
- Discover new products and applications for knowledge mobilization.
- Enhance your own leadership and management abilities by hearing what your colleagues are doing.
- Colleagues and peers will connect through Knowledge Cafés, a Wine and Cheese Reception, and ramp up action with Knowledge Mobilization Springboard Rounds.
Submit online or download the WORD form to email to (peter@knowledgemobilization.net) or fax to (1.613.841.1750)
Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum 2012 Call for Presentations Submissions Form
There are 4 categories of presentations you may submit to:
- Practice Breakouts- these are 15-20 minutes (we suggest half presentation and half discussion). The goal is to focus on what you are doing? What are the results you are achieving? What are the challenges you are facing? There are 4 themes: Health, Education, Public Policy, and Community Partnerships.
- Research Breakouts - these are 15-20 minutes (we suggest half presentation and half discussion). The goal is to present in plain language, any research results related to knowledge mobilization regardless of subject area (we will make groupings after reviewing the submissions).
- Product & Application Breakouts – these are 30 minutes (again, we suggest half presentation and half discussion). The goal is to present how knowledge mobilization is actually being developed and applied – new reports, new decision aids, new software, new mobile applications – anything that helps move what we know into action.
- Leadership & Management Breakouts – these are 30 minutes (again, we suggest half presentation and half discussion). The goal is to share emerging practice related to the business and development of knowledge mobilization activities. How are your offices organized? How do you evaluate performance? What does it take to lead others?
The Deadline for Submissions is March 15, 2012. Decisions will be announced on March 30, 2012. Early submission and registration is recommended due to the limited number of spaces available at this event.
Posted by Melanie Barwick on January 31st, 2012
A well-developed knowledge translation (KT) plan is emerging as a proposal requirement for health research in Canada and abroad, and there is greater attention to research utilization and research impact in many aspects of health practice and research.
The SKTT™ training course was developed on the premise that scientists are agents of change in creating research impact, promoting research utilization, and ensuring their research findings reach the appropriate audiences. There is a skill set surrounding KT practice, and it is these competencies that the training course was designed to impart.
The SKTT™ course is intended for researchers in health, mental health, education, and social sciences who have an interest in sharing research knowledge with (multiple) audiences beyond the traditional academic community, as appropriate, and in increasing the impact potential of their research.
Initially developed to help SickKids’ Scientists develop their KT skills, the course is equally suited to KT professionals, practitioners, educators, and decision makers in community based organizations and government. The material is universally applicable across sectors, job roles, and geographic location.
WHEN: March 15-16th 2012
WHERE: SickKids Hospital, Toronto
Link to register: http://www.cvent.com/d/pcq8dw
Posted by Peter Levesque on January 31st, 2012
Hello Ottawa members of the KTECoP,
I hope that the start of 2012 has been kind to you.
A couple people asked when the next community of practice exchange might be.
Who would like to volunteer to host the next meeting – perhaps in late February or early March. The last one hosted at CCSA was terrific – kudos to all the great people at CCSA who put so much effort into a great learning experience.
I suggest that we hold 4 formal presentation/discussion meetings a year and add 2 informal dinner/coffee meetings. I recently attended an informal event by the international development community – it was a very good way to meet and have open discussion.
Here is a proposed schedule for 2012
1) Presentation/discussion – late February/early March
2) Presentation/discussion – late April/early May
3) Dinner/coffee in June
4) Presentation/discussion – late September/early October
5) Presentation/discussion – November
6) Dinner/coffee/party – December
We may also wish to do something in conjunction with the Canadian Knowledge Mobilization Forum 2012 (June 19-20) http://www.kmbforum2012.org/
Look forward to growing this community with you.
Please share the http://www.ktecop.ca/ link with your colleagues and have them fill out the Ottawa info sheet at: http://www.knowledgemobilization.net/archives/629
Thanks,
Posted by Scott Mitchell on January 30th, 2012
The Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) is holding its annual Nursing Research Conference in Toronto on May 7 to 10, 2012. This year’s themes are innovation in methodologies, knowledge dissemination and exchange, and new frontiers of nursing research.
For details, visit www.casn.ca.
Posted by Jane Gibson on January 28th, 2012
Dear KTE C of P members
Your planning committee thinks it’s time we had an event that allows us to network a bit more. We are planning a dinner at Hart House on Tuesday February 28 from 6:00 to 10:00. There will be a $20 fee for the dinner and a cash bar. However the remaining event costs (over 50%) are being subsidized by the KTE C of P. We are also planning a discussion panel on “Creating a KTE Friendly Organization”.
What we need from you right now is an indication of your interest in attending this event before we sign the contract and pay the non-refundable down payment.
Please let us know if you are interested in attending this dinner by send a yes to jane1929@rogers.com by Tuesday January 31 . Registration for the event will be posted if we have enough members interested.
Thank you
Your KTE C of P planning committee
Posted by Anna Ali on January 27th, 2012
Echo is an agency of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care with a mandate to act as a catalyst to improve health, wellbeing, and equity for women. At a critical time for our health care system, Echo will improve women’s health and well-being by focusing on women’s unique health needs and issues, developing and supporting innovative programs, educating health professionals, and supporting change. As the provincial advisor on women’s health to the Government of Ontario, we are working to ensure Ontario is at the forefront of improving women’s health.
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Director, Knowledge Translation, the KT Specialist (Level Two) will provide leadership for their portfolio, which will include building and delivering plans, seeking advice and collaborating as appropriate, and utilizing research to stimulate change that benefits women in Ontario (particularly in relation to the sexual and reproductive health portfolio, a priority area for Echo’s work). This role includes supporting Echo in using knowledge mobilization strategies, methodologies and tools; researching industry trends and policy developments in order to identify implications and to recommend approaches or projects which support the achievement of Echo’s mandate; building and managing relationships with agencies, researchers and other partners to influence policy and advance Echo’s mandate; and contributing to the design of communication and web-based activities to reach diverse stakeholders. » More…
Posted by Melanie Barwick on January 25th, 2012
The Clinical Research Project Manager will be a member of an existing research team in Implementation Science that is studying the implementation of evidence –based practices in child and youth mental health and education. Responsibilities will include method development (based on experience in implementation practice and science), data collection, data analysis (qualitative and quantitative), implementation support to partner organizations, and manuscript preparation.
Qualifications:
• Graduate degree (completed MA minimum) in Human Development, Psychology, Public Health, or a related field.
• Two or more years of experience in technical assistance for evidence-based practice implementation and use. Previous research experience in implementation science specifically would be an asset.
• Very good knowledge of statistical programs and research methods, including latent class analysis, growth curves, propensity scores, multi-level models, and qualitative analysis (Nvivo).
• Experience supporting the dissemination, implementation, and sustainability of evidence-based practices.
• Project management experience.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment is essential.
More information here: http://www.sickkids.ca/CareersVolunteering/Find-a-Career/Search-Jobs/CHES1164-ME-CHES1164-ME.html
Deadline: 2012-02-07
Posted by Scott Turner on January 20th, 2012
Greetings,
I work at the Institute for Community Based Research and Evaluation (ICBREE) an initiative of the Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living, in Ann Arbor Michigan. We are looking to connect with an expert in KT who has specific expertise in translating clinical research into practical, actionable information. We’d like to talk about possible training/professional development to help us improve our skills in this area. Please contact me at Scott@aacil.org, or 734.971.0277 ext 53
Thanks,
Scott A. Turner
Online Community Developer
Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living
3941 Research Park Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48108
P 734 971 0277 ext 53
F 734 971 0826
Posted by Heather Bullock on January 19th, 2012
RFP Knowledge Exchange CoordinatorDTFP-Final Jan 16 2012
Hi Community:
If anyone is interested, Manitoba needs some help from someone with KE expertise (see RFP in link above). I am including the email I received below so you can direct any questions you might have to the appropriate person.
Cheers, Heather
Good afternoon Heather,
I understand that you have extended an offer to post a Request for Proposal (RFP) for a Knowledge Exchange Expert for the Drug Treatment Funding Program on your website so that notification can be sent to your membership that Manitoba has issued this call for tenders. I am forwarding a notice summary as well as the RFP document itself that can be posted to your website. The RFP document contains an acknowledgement form and we have asked that any interested bidders, return this form to myself so that we can distribute any subsequent addendums to the RFP in a timely manner. All questions regarding the RFP can be directed to myself as I am managing the process on behalf of Healthy Living Youth and Seniors. I thank you in advance for coordinating the posting of this notice and assisting us in reaching as broad of an audience as possible.
If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me directly.
Thank you.
Karen Komonko
Business Consultant
Procurement Services Branch
Manitoba Government
2nd Floor – 270 Osborne Street North
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 1V7
Telephone: (204) 945-4629
Email: Karen.Komonko@gov.mb.ca
Facsimile: (204) 945-1455
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