Senior Policy Analyst - Stakeholder Engagement and Support

Job Information
Job Title: Senior Policy Analyst - Stakeholder Engagement and Support
Job Requisition ID: 64742
Ministry: Seniors, Community and Social Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: December 5, 2024
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,757.39 - $3,604.17 bi-weekly (71,967 - $94,068/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.

Seniors, Community and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families, and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families.

For more information on the Seniors, Community and Social Services Ministry, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/seniors-community-and-social-services.aspx.

The Preventive Community Services Division designs, develops and implements initiatives that support the needs of Albertans experiencing homelessness and works with civil society organizations, municipalities and Metis Settlements to prevent and address social issues. The division develops and implements policy frameworks, funding strategies, and practices ensuring comprehensive services to support individual, family and community well-being using cross-ministry and multi-stakeholder partnerships. As part of the Preventive Community Services Division, the Civil Society and Community Initiatives Branch works with all orders of government and agencies, and individuals across the province to deliver a continuum of preventive, community-based supports and services for the safety and well-being of Albertans. The Branch leads service delivery, grant administration and stakeholder engagement functions to support programs including Family and Community Support Services, Service Dogs, and other priority initiatives.

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Policy & Programs, the Senior Policy Analyst – Stakeholder Engagement and Support designs and implements training programs, engages stakeholders, and provides policy advice to ensure FCSS grant activities align with the FCSS Accountability Framework. The role involves stakeholder consultation, development of training resources, program evaluation, and policy recommendations. The Analyst works closely with municipalities, Métis Settlements, civil society organizations, and internal partners to address preventive social issues and support alignment with strategic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Stakeholder Engagement

• Cultivate relationships with municipalities, Métis Settlements, and civil society organizations to align FCSS programs with strategic goals.
• Lead consultations to gather input and deliver collaborative solutions to social issues.
• Represent the branch in working groups and committees, providing recommendations to senior leadership.

2. Program and Policy Development

• Develop resources (policy documents, guides, training materials) to support FCSS stakeholders and align local programs with the Accountability Framework.
• Monitor and evaluate FCSS program performance, providing reports and actionable recommendations for improvement.

3. Training and Capacity Building

• Design and deliver adult-focused training programs on FCSS outcomes and reporting standards.
• Equip local programs with tools to implement outcome models and improve reporting.

4. Research and Analysis

• Assess emerging social issues, trends, and legislative impacts to inform policy and program development.
• Prepare reports, briefing materials, and recommendations for senior leadership.

5. Support for Grant Programs and Compliance

• Assist stakeholders in meeting legislative and financial requirements for FCSS grants.
• Work with grant administration teams to address and resolve operational challenges.

Please click on this link JR64742-PS4-Senior Policy Analyst-JD 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.

In this role, you will contribute to our team by demonstrating the following behavioral competencies:
• Agility: Sees the need and readily steps in to help others on the team; anticipates change and adapts behaviour; accordingly, open to changes; takes advantage of opportunities to improve program development and implementation processes.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Creates opportunities for project teams and stakeholder to share information; respects others' point-of-view; encourages or facilitates conflict resolution; recognizes performance of all groups involved.
• Creative Problem Solving: Helps manage projects with multiple stakeholders simultaneously and can use planning skills, analytical and creative thinking to arrive at innovative solutions.
• Develop Networks: Builds relationships by following through on commitments, demonstrating integrity and respect for others; informs key stakeholders of relevant information in a timely manner; seeks and applies the perspectives and needs of colleagues and stakeholders.
• Drive for Results: Sets and accomplishes goals and priorities; factors in complexity of issues and aligns plans based on government direction; removes barriers to collaboration; provides informed advice.
• Develop Self and Others: Manages a team and provides effective guidance, support, and professional development. Must provide timely and constructive feedback to ensure strong performance and leverage strengths when assigning roles.
• Systems Thinking: Anticipate outcomes and potential impacts across interrelated areas and will factor this into planning.

Qualifications

Minimum requirement standard:
University graduation in a related field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience.

Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

Assets:
• Expertise in developing and delivering adult education.
• Strong knowledge of community development, collective impact, and outcome measurement.
• Expertise in preventive policies, diverse population needs, and inter-sectoral approaches.
• Proficiency in O365 software (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Project, Visio, Outlook) and government processes.
• Previous experience with key legislation (e.g., FCSS Act, Municipal Government Act, Financial Administration Act).
• Proven problem-solving, analytical, and policy development skills.
• Effective communication, stakeholder engagement, and leadership abilities.
• Experience working in an FCSS program is strongly 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

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.

Final candidates may be required 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
• 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

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 Elena Arefeva at [email protected].