Policy Analyst, Strategic Engagement

Job Information
Job Title: Policy Analyst, Strategic Engagement 
Job Requisition ID: 66294
Ministry: Technology and Innovation
Location: Alberta (Remote)
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent 
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: February 13, 2025
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment 
Salary: $2,626.89 - $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 - $90,011 / year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.

The Innovation, Privacy, and Policy division, oversees the Alberta Technology and Innovation Strategy, protects personal information, and guides the ethical use of data. We advance strategies and policies for data delivery, content management, and privacy-related programs, ensuring responsible governance for Alberta Innovates and the Alberta Enterprise Corporation. We aim to drive meaningful change and foster a culture of innovation and ethical data use across the province. To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/technology-and-innovation.

Within the Innovation, Privacy and Policy Division, the Privacy, Policy and Governance Branch enables government transparency and accountability by delivering enterprise and department policy and program services for content management, data, privacy, technology and access to information. The Branch also enhances the strategic capacity of the department and the integration of data, content, technology, access to information, and privacy initiatives across the department. Core to this function is leadership on high-priority department initiatives. The Branch provides strategic and proactive policy coordination and strategic engagement planning and advice, to support department priorities and business outcomes. 
 
The Strategic Engagement Team is one of two core teams within the Strategic Policy Services Unit in the Privacy, Policy, and Governance Branch. The Strategic Engagement Team is responsible for strategic engagement advice and services for Executive and Minister-level engagements, including intergovernmental and international relations
 

Role Responsibilities

Do you have a knack for building relationships, solving complex challenges, and making a difference on the international and intergovernmental stage? Step into a dynamic environment where your skills in strategic planning, analysis, and collaboration will directly influence provincial priorities and international outcomes. Join us in shaping impactful engagements that matter—apply today!

As a Policy Analyst, Strategic Engagement, you will be at the forefront of advancing provincial priorities in intergovernmental and international relations. Working closely with senior leadership and program teams, you’ll develop strategies, analyze critical issues, and ensure that every engagement aligns with departmental goals and priorities. This role is your chance to drive outcomes for the technology and innovation sector on a provincial, intergovernmental, and global scale.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Developing and executing strategic engagement plans aligned with departmental priorities.
• Conducting research and analysis to provide comprehensive understanding of key issues and priorities.
• Maintaining accurate events and intergovernmental trackers for efficient decision-making.
• Supporting mission planning for the Minister and Executive, including travel approvals, briefing packages, and logistics coordination.
• Collaborating with program areas to prepare materials for strategic engagements.
• Preparing briefing materials such as action requests, plans, policy packages, and meeting agendas.
• Analyzing information to identify issues, propose resolutions, and provide well-researched recommendations.
• Building and maintaining relationships across the Ministry and government to ensure alignment with strategic engagement outcomes.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Strong relationship-building skills to foster collaboration and alignment across diverse stakeholders.
• Exceptional analytical and research skills to assess complex issues and identify strategic solutions.
• Outstanding communication abilities, including writing and presentation, to convey complex information effectively.
• Strategic problem-solving skills with the ability to work under tight timelines and manage competing priorities.
• Critical thinking and attention to detail, ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Adaptability to work independently or collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.

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.  

Qualifications

Required:

• A related university degree (e.g., Political Science, Business Administration, Business, International or Intergovernmental Relations.), supplemented by at least two (2) years of related experience. Equivalencies may be considered. 
• Cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with the role's responsibilities, used to assess writing and communication skills.
• Knowledge of intergovernmental and international relations, stakeholder engagement, event management, and applicable policies.

Assets:

• Familiarity with the Government of Alberta’s policies, standards, and frameworks.
• Experience with government mission planning.
• Experience coordinating strategic events for senior officials.

Equivalencies are:
A related two-year diploma and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience; a related one-year certificate and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience; or a minimum of six (6) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.

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

Additional Position Details:

• 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). 
• While this position is eligible for remote work, the successful candidate must reside in Alberta to work remotely.

Recruitment Process:

• Pre-Employment checks will be conducted to assess candidates’ suitability. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, academic verification, etc.
• Testing will be administered as part of our assessment process.
• 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. 
• Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.

Links and information on what the GoA has 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

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
 

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
 

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
 
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.


Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michelle Elliott at Michelle.Elliott@gov.ab.ca.