Program Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Continuing Care Capital Programs & Facility Services, the Program Analyst supports the planning, development, coordination, delivery, and evaluation of Continuing Care Capital Grant Programs (CCCPs). The role contributes to the development of new continuing care capacity, as well as the renovation and replacement of existing facilities across Alberta. Responsibilities include supporting and administering the Request for Grant (RFG) process, reviewing and updating program criteria, liaising with applicants, preparing funding agreements and amendments, processing grant funding, and monitoring project accountabilities.

Our Program Analyst also supports continuing care facility registration, tracking, and reporting activities to ensure accurate and reliable information management. Using facility and bed capacity data, the role contributes to capital planning activities and supports responses to internal and external stakeholder inquiries related to continuing care facilities and bed capacity throughout the province.

Your responsibilities in this role will include, but will not be limited to:

•    Supporting the development, delivery, and administration of Continuing Care Capital Grant Programs (CCCPs) across all phases of the grant lifecycle.
•    Preparing and implementing Requests for Grants (RFGs), tracking submissions, and providing guidance to prospective applicants on program criteria and requirements.
•    Coordinating proposal evaluations, supporting project recommendation processes, and communicating outcomes to applicants.
•    Preparing grant funding agreements, amendments, and assignment documents, while supporting project accountability and reporting activities.
•    Maintaining and updating CCCP information systems, including SharePoint and electronic records, to support grant administration and document management.
•    Conducting research, jurisdictional scans, and stakeholder consultations to support program design and ensure alignment with legislation, codes, standards, and best practices.
•    Communicating with operators, stakeholders, grant recipients, and senior management regarding program delivery, project progress, and emerging issues.
•    Supporting continuing care facility registration, tracking, and reporting activities, including responding to facility and bed capacity information requests.
•    Drafting briefings, issue notes, and response materials related to continuing care capital projects and coordinating action request processes.
•    Representing the Branch on committees, forums, and working groups, and contributing expertise to regulatory and program development initiatives.

As our ideal candidate, you will:

•    Demonstrate strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex information and support informed decision-making.
•    Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders using clear, professional, and diplomatic verbal and written communication.
•    Build and maintain collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders, including government, community, and industry partners.
•    Manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines using strong organizational and time management skills.
•    Adapt quickly to new systems, processes, and evolving program or operational requirements.
•    Apply sound judgment and attention to detail when coordinating projects, reviewing information, and supporting decision processes.
•    Show initiative and a commitment to continuous learning in areas related to continuing care, housing, and aging services.

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.

•    Agility - Must be able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience, and work effectively in changing environments.
•    Drive for Results - Sets goals and prioritizes work to accomplish them. Follows through on duties and tasks and reports on progress.
•    Develop Networks - Proactively builds networks, foster connections, and establishes trust in relationships with diverse stakeholders.
•    Systems Thinking - Understands how work contributes to the achievement of departmental goals. Anticipates changes in own area based on activities in other areas.
•    Creative Problem Solving - Have the ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.
•    Build Collaborative Environment - Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.

Qualifications

Requirements

University graduation (4 years) in a related field such as Project Management, Social Sciences, Health Administration, Construction Administration, etc. plus four (4) years of progressively responsible related experience such as Program Development, Infrastructure Project Support, Grant Program Administration, Program Evaluation, Performance Measurement, etc.; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency:  Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

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

A cover letter is required along with your application. In your cover letter, please briefly summarize:

•    How your professional and/or academic background relates to this role, including your direct and transferable expertise and skills, and
•    Reason(s) for interest in this role.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Assets

•    Experience administering grant programs, including Requests for Grant (RFG) processes, funding agreements, and grant reporting.
•    Experience using SharePoint, Microsoft Office applications, and electronic information management systems to support project coordination and reporting.
•    Experience preparing briefing notes, action requests, reports, and other materials for senior leadership or decision-making purposes.
•    Experience conducting research, environmental scans, or policy analysis related to legislation, standards, or program requirements.
•    Experience coordinating projects or working with stakeholders across government, health care, housing, non-profit, or continuing care sectors.

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

Hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15 am - 4:30 pm (36.25/week)

Positions Currently available: One (1) temporary position is available, up to November 2027.
This competition might be used to fill similar positions in the future as well.

Location: This opportunity is located at Telus House at ATB Place, 10020 - 100 Street, Edmonton, Alberta.

Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening.
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.
•    Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.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.