Research and Policy Analyst - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta

Government of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Job Information:

Job Requisition ID: 44088

Ministry:
Jobs, Economy, and Northern Development

Location:
Edmonton, AB

Full or Part-Time:
Full-Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Scope:
Open Competition

Closing Date:
June 27, 2023

Classification:
Program Services 2 (022PSA)

About Us:

Role:

The Ministry of Jobs, Economy, and Northern Development has an exciting opportunity and is looking for a
Research and Policy Analyst to join our team

As part of the Regional and Northern Economic Development Branch, the Regional Economic Policy Unit is responsible for developing policies, strategies, and initiatives focused on supporting and growing Alberta's economic regions.

This position provides research and policy analysis to inform decision-making by senior leadership and affected stakeholders on policy options related to strategic economic issues and opportunities.

This work is critical to inform Jobs, Economy and Northern Development (JEND) on regional economic development issues, collaboration best practices, related risk factors, economic development opportunities, and ultimately informs strategic decision-making and program/policy development.

The Analyst will be required to undertake research, analysis and project coordination activities to inform decision-making by senior leadership.

The role requires the ability to perform jurisdictional scans, research and analysis, and provide strategic policy advice around regional economic development, and more broadly to identify opportunities to stimulate business growth, job creation, and increase investment.

Working closely with team members including the Managers and Directors in the branch, this position is responsible for contributing to Department processes and ensuring an effective flow and exchange of information and advice among affected stakeholders on a cross section of economic and business development public policy issues.

The Analyst's research and analytical skills are essential to both the unit and the branch achieving their business plan goals in fostering solutions to address current and emerging economic and public policy issues and their sensitivities.

The Analyst's leadership in this context will help achieve the business plan goals and inform economic and program development in Alberta.

The Research and Policy Analyst will be required to lead and support various research projects with competing priorities.

The Research and Policy Analyst is responsible for:

Researching, analyzing, and evaluating data and information pertaining to economic development issues from diverse sources including legislation and policy documents, statistical reports, and regional development plans.
Drafting briefing notes and correspondence responding to broad policy and other related issues.
Identifying significant economic development policies and advancements at provincial, national, and international levels with potential to inform Alberta's priorities.
Collaborating with JENDI staff to ensure coordination and integration of activities and promotes collaboration within the ministry and regional stakeholders.
Providing the necessary analysis for information requests, action requests, and briefings, and respond to requests for information and analysis originating from within government or from the public.

Qualifications:

Requirements:

A degree in a related field (e.g. Business, Economics, Political Science, Public Policy, Social Sciences or a relevant field) or equivalent as described below.
A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is required.

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.

Assets:

Strong research, planning and execution skills.
Time management skills. Ability to manage multiple requests/competing priorities and meet tight timelines.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Effectively helps and follows through on inquiries, requests, and concerns from colleagues, clients and stakeholders. Experience writing reports and/or briefing notes is considered an asset.
Ability to function well in a teambased environment that demands a high level of interpersonal skills.
Ability to foster good stakeholder relations with internal and external stakeholders; able to request and evaluate information, collaborate with staff in the department and partner ministries, and problem solve/seek guidance when information is not supplied.
Ability to support efforts among diverse teams in developing strategies, analyses or policy and program development.
Experience preparing and providing options analysis, reports, briefings and presentations would be considered an asset.

APS Competencies:

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