Policy Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Defence Strategic Initiatives, the Policy Advisor contributes to a team responsible for the development, integration and execution of strategies to maximize investment by the Government of Canada and the private sector in defence-related infrastructure and the defence industry in Alberta. Key areas of focus are:

• Defence strategic initiatives development, implementation and alignment.
• Stakeholder outreach and engagement planning and facilitation; and
• Strategic option development for high impact federal and private defence sector investments.

Responsibilities include:

• Contribute to defence strategy development and alignment activities.  
• Stakeholder outreach and engagement.
• Support the development of strategic, customized options for Government of Canada and private sector defence investments and priorities.
• Support the unit and the division to accomplish operational goals.

Please click on this link to view the job description for 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.

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

Systems Thinking - Anticipates problems and considers interconnectivity across the department, government and industry partners.

Agility - The Policy Analyst needs to be prepared to develop alternate options. Direction can often change quickly, therefore there is the need to adapt.

Build Collaborative Environments - The Policy Analyst must be open to alternate viewpoints and understand and evaluate diverse perspectives.

Drive for Results - The Policy Analyst must plan for projects and timelines, while driving for solutions and demonstrating accountability.

Qualifications

University graduation in Business, Economics, Public Administration, Economic Development, Political Science or a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered based on:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

The following knowledge or experiences are considered as assets:  

• This position relies on political acumen and a thorough understanding of government decision making processes in order to adequately advise and support the Manager and Director and provide strategic advice on a range of economic issues to cross-ministry partners and external stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving skills are critical to being able to coordinate timely and effective issue resolution given the constrained environment and complexity of issues.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships and demonstrated success in managing complex issues within short timelines.
• Demonstrated interpersonal and team skills with the ability to lead/coordinate activities of a team to achieve the desired ends and participate as an effective team member.
• Sound knowledge of project management approaches is preferred, as well as successful achievement of objectives originating from minimal or uncertain direction.
• The position requires working knowledge of economic development principles, tools and practices, specifically those related to best practices in investment and growth.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to write in a clear and succinct manner.
• Experience working on cross-ministry projects or teams is preferred.

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

There are two (2) temporary full-time position (up to 24 months) working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

This position is in Edmonton, Alberta.

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 the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• 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.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.