Senior Intergovernmental Policy Advisor

Role Responsibilities

Are you interested in contributing to ALSS’s cross-jurisdictional engagement and supporting high profile intergovernmental discussions involving senior officials? SPPCA is seeking a Senior Intergovernmental Policy Advisor to join the Intergovernmental Relations Unit, to play a key role in supporting ALSS in engaging with partners across the country through research, policy analysis, stakeholder coordination and providing strategic advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain positive and effective working relationships with key stakeholders for the purpose of gaining intelligence and strategically positioning Alberta's interests.
• Participate in the development of intergovernmental initiatives by analyzing interprovincial and departmental policy documents, developing briefing materials, and providing policy advice and direction to the Minister and Deputy Minister.
• Facilitate the coordination and preparation of briefing materials for Ministers' and Deputy Ministers' meetings/teleconferences. 
• Monitor and manage intergovernmental relations issues and prepare draft briefing and correspondence that assist in defining Government of Alberta policy positions that serve to preserve and promote provincial interests.
• Conduct research, monitor media and accumulate intelligence on international, national, and cross-jurisdictional related issues with relevance to Alberta.

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.

Creative Problem Solving: You are able to assess options and implications to achieve positive outcomes and solutions. You identify intergovernmental challenges and propose solutions to advance a file. You are able to communicate the benefits of a solution and demonstrate how the solution meets the needs of a variety of stakeholders.

Develop Networks: You can proactively build networks, connecting and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders. You can quickly establish credibility and initiates relationships with a broad range of people in unfamiliar environments, and you can use your networks to identify opportunities, gather information, and seek input to problems.

Systems Thinking: You are adept at system thinking beyond your individual position and day-to-day responsibilities. You take a holistic approach to decision making conscious of long-term challenges and opportunities. You are able to provide thoughtful analysis that considers Alberta’s broader intergovernmental priorities.

Agility: You thrive in a dynamic environment, responding to emerging issues with sound judgment and strategic insight. You’re proactive in improving processes, adaptable to change, and remain composed under pressure. You seek input when needed and find creative solutions within established guidelines to support Alberta’s evolving international priorities.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• University graduation in a related field (e.g., political science, international relations, public administration, law) plus a minimum of four (4) years progressively responsible related experience.

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.

What You Bring:

• Demonstrated initiative, sound judgment, and a strong work ethic, with the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to distill complex information into clear, actionable advice for senior decision-makers.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly understand new issues, identify implications for Alberta, and provide practical recommendations.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple high-priority files and deliver results under tight timelines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build productive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and government partners from diverse backgrounds and jurisdictions.
• Political acuity and professionalism when working on sensitive issues involving senior officials, elected representatives, and international partners.
• Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment where priorities can shift quickly and no two days are the same.
• Intellectual curiosity and a genuine interest in advancing Alberta's interests through international engagement.

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: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

Final candidates will be required to undergo 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.
• 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.