Policy Analyst - Winnipeg, Canada - Manitoba Government

Manitoba Government

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Winnipeg, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Policy Analyst (2 positions):

PM3 Planning and Program Analyst

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Justice

Crown Law Analysis and Development Branch (CLAD), Crown Law Division

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 41016

Salary(s): PM3 $68, $86,717.00 per year

Closing Date:
June 15, 2023

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.

The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

To be considered for this competition you must submit a cover-letter and resumé clearly indicating how you meet the qualifications.

The Crown Law Analysis and Development Branch (CLAD) is seeking two dynamic and dedicated professionals to join its newly established policy unit.

This exciting opportunity will be of interest to individuals with strong interpersonal skills who thrive in a teamwork environment and are interested in advancing justice-related research and projects.

CLAD assists the department by providing research, analysis, options, recommendations and assistance on civil and criminal-law related issues and issues that affect the justice system.

The branch participates and leads in the development of legislation, policies and programs that advance departmental objectives.

CLAD also coordinates the department's response to legal and justice system issues having cross-divisional, cross-government or intergovernmental implications and represents the department on Federal/Provincial/Territorial (FPT) law-reform and human rights committees, and supports the Minister and Deputy Minister in their FPT work.

Conditions of Employment:

Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
Satisfactory Criminal Record Check
Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check
Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening (Level 3)

Qualifications:

Essential:

A law degree or postsecondary education, preferably at the Masters level, in a social sciencerelated field (e.g. Public Administration, Economics, Criminology, Sociology) with related work experience. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.
Experience in legal/general research and developing, implementing and evaluating complex programs and policies
Ability to analyze policies and programs to determine feasibility, cost effectiveness, consistency with established policy and recommend alternatives in original finished form
Experience in project management or strategic planning
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Excellent verbal communication skills
Excellent written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills with demonstrated leadership experience
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
Demonstrated political acumen
Proficiency with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook).

Desired:

Experience with the legislative development process and assessing and interpreting statutes and regulations
Advanced knowledge of legal principles, the justice system, and criminal and civil law in Manitoba

Duties:

The Policy Analyst is responsible for providing strategic advice on justice policy issues and participating in the development of legislation.

Acting as a project leader on complex planning assignments, the incumbent will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, undertake difficult research and analysis, draft a variety of written materials for multiple audiences and represent the branch/division/department on internal, cross-departmental or external working groups.

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