Contract Evaluation Policy Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Vendor Performance Management, the Contract Evaluation Policy Analyst assists in program management of Infrastructure's Vendor Performance Management (VPM) Program. This position supports the creation of training and support tools to increase program awareness and foster a proactive culture around contract compliance and vendor performance management. In addition, the position will support and maintain the program SharePoint sites, as well as providing records management and file support. Through effective teamwork and collaboration this position provides advisory, analytical, facilitation and coordination services to support project management to address the infrastructure needs.  

The primary responsibilities for the Contract Evaluation Policy Analyst include, but are not limited to:

• Providing information, analysis and advice using research methodologies and data reporting to identify and examine emerging issues and trends.
• Providing project management support by maintaining project management records, project plans, schedules and issue and risk logs.
• Maintaining project SharePoint sites and records management support including updating sites, providing technical advice support and coordination with Technology and Innovation, when required.
• Providing support through program communications including developing newsletters, presentations, training and communication materials to support awareness of the Vendor Performance Management Program
• Assisting in the development and implementation of major public and stakeholder consultations.
  
  

The successful candidate will have:

• The ability to interpret complex information, legislation, and policies to create concise, accurate briefings, reports, and/or policy advice.
• Consultation, presentation, problem-solving, analytical, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Project management skills to manage multiple requests and workloads.
• Proficiency in SharePoint Online.
• Well-developed writing skills (e.g. articulate, clear, concise, grammatically correct).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint), Adobe and SharePoint.
  
  

The Job Description is provided for Further details on this position. 

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.   

• Creative Problem Solving – Focuses on continuous improvement and increasing breadth of insight: Identify and provide information that will influence the direction, design, and/or implementation of program policy.
• Systems Thinking – Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to attain goals: Provide analysis to assist with the planning and development of operational policies and that are coordinated and aligned with government direction.
• Build Collaborative Environments – Works in an open honest manner with colleagues: Participate on internal GoA working teams to move projects forward.
• Drive for Results – Actively sets goals and remains open to advice on reaching them: Ability to work on a wide variety of tasks with competing prioritization and deadlines.
• Develop Networks – Works on maintaining close relations with all stakeholders: T Develops newsletters articles, presentations and communication materials to support awareness of the VPM program.

Qualifications

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Required:

University graduation in a related field.

Assets:

• Ability to interpret complex information, legislation, and policies to create concise, accurate briefings, reports, or policy advice.
• Project Management skills to manage multiple requests.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Work, Outlook, Excel, Power Point), Adobe and SharePoint 2016.

Notes

This position is a Permanent, full-time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

Location: Edmonton AB

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.  

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)  
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information.
• Professional learning and development.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.