Industry Policy Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about economic policy? Would you like to combine your knowledge of economic analysis, research and policy development to help make Alberta more competitive? If so, this opportunity is for you!

The Industry Policy Analyst plays a key role in advancing Alberta’s economic competitiveness by supporting research, policy development, and strategic initiatives. The position focuses on areas such as industry support and growth, productivity, regulatory reform, airport competitiveness, and priority sectors including construction, logistics, and transportation. The analyst works collaboratively as part of a team to inform decisions that drive investment, growth, and diversification.

Responsibilities: 

1. Research and Analysis
   • Conduct jurisdictional, market, and economic research and analysis.
   • Collect and evaluate data from statistical databases, legislation, and policy documents.
   • Perform literature reviews and environmental scans.
   • Apply quantitative and qualitative methods to interpret findings.
   • Create data visualizations (e.g., charts, graphs).
2. Policy and Program Development
   • Support the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies and programs.
   • Maintain tracking systems and ensure timelines are met.
   • Update and extract data from program databases.
3. Communication and Reporting
   • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
   • Translate technical findings into clear, accessible language.
   • Prepare reports, briefing materials, and respond to information requests.
4. Strategic Support
   • Contribute to initiatives aligned with government priorities.
   • Assess potential impacts of policy issues on programs and services.
5. Other Duties
   • Perform additional tasks as assigned

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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.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Required Competencies:

• Systems Thinking: Consider the impact of strategies and changes on the work of clients, stakeholders, and team members and support organization vision and goals through strategic planning of tasks and considering relationships between different work approaches and their impact on different programs, divisions and ministries.
• Agility: Ability to create an adaptable environment and overcome barriers through proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Drive for Results: Design and manage projects to achieve intended outcomes and deliverables within allotted timeframes.
• Creative Problem Solving: Facilitate the creation of a work environment for generating and finding newer ideas to solve existing and potential problems.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Facilitate the creation of a work environment for generating and finding newer ideas to solve existing and potential problems.
• Develop Networks: Develop and sustain a network of relationships across the department and with other GOA ministries on issues and work with other branches to develop effective communication channels to enhance and maximize the effectiveness of interactions.

Qualifications

University graduation in Economics, Business, Public Policy, Public Administration, or a related field. No experience required.

Alternatively, an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, as outlined below:

Equivalency Criteria:

• One year of education is considered equivalent to one year of experience.
• One year of experience is considered equivalent to one year of education.

The position requires the following knowledge, skills and experiences:

• Experience in strategic planning, policy development, and economic or market research and analysis. 
• Skilled in preparing materials for reports, briefings, and presentations.
• Knowledge of legislation, regulations, and policies affecting Alberta’s industrial economy, supply chains, and logistics, as well as related economic development programs. 
• Understanding of key issues impacting Alberta’s industries and competitiveness. 
• Ability to collaborate on sector strategies, policy, and program development, and build relationships with subject matter experts and stakeholders. 
• Strong project management skills and knowledge of policy and program development frameworks. 
• Experience in policy/program assessment and stakeholder engagement is an asset. 
• Broad understanding of economic development concepts and ability to apply a systemic approach to research and analysis.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

This is a full-time permanent position with 36.25 hours of work per week, Monday to Friday. 

Work location is in Edmonton.

A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. 
 

Resumes must include precise employment dates (month and year) to assist in accurate evaluation.

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. 

What the GoA has to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.