Health Policy Advisor - Edmonton, Canada - Government of Alberta

Government of Alberta

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Edmonton, Canada

6 days ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Job Information:

Job Requisition ID: 46536

Ministry:
Health

Location:
Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:
Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Scope:
Open Competition

Closing Date:
September 8, 2023

Classification:
Program Service 4 Market Adjustment

About Us:

The Pharmaceuticals and Supplementary Health Benefits Branch provides leadership in the development and implementation of initiatives for Alberta's publicly funded drug programs.

The Policy and Advisory Unit is responsible for the development of policy related to pharmacy and supplemental health benefits; leadership and coordination of various ministry and cross-ministry initiatives, providing advice and guidance on pharmacy perspectives; and negotiating and leading the administration of several agreements that impact the delivery of pharmaceutical and supplemental health services across Alberta.

The scope of work includes advanced strategic and program policy for areas such as pharmacy, and multiple social and financial support programs (e.g., Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped [AISH], low income programs).

Strategies and program initiatives span divisions within the branch, cross-ministry engagements, and pan-Canadian initiatives.

Policies and initiatives are health system and province-wide in scope and often require integration across multiple policy areas and disciplines.

Role:

This position operates with the framework provided by the branch and ministry operation and business plans and priorities, the GOA's established policy and legislative development and decision-making processes and protocols, established consultation and research policies and processes, and direction from branch leadership.

Plan, lead, and report on projects related to review and/or development of policy options and/or strategy frameworks to support the achievement of branch and ministry goals and priorities to enhance costeffective and equitable pharmaceutical and social programs to Albertans
Lead the review, development implementation and monitoring of assigned ministry policies and/or strategies
Guide the implementation of strategies in line with ministry and GOA frameworks and priorities
Represent the branch on ministry and crossministry initiatives to foster collaboration and synergies
Support the Manager in achieving the mandate and goals of the unit
Guide the implementation of strategies in line with ministry and GOA frameworks and priorities
Represent the branch on ministry and crossministry initiatives to foster collaboration and synergies
Support the Manager in achieving the mandate and goals of the unit

Qualifications:

Education and Experience
University graduation in a related field (Science) plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

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.

Required

Demonstrated experience in leading strategic initiatives, policy development and management, conducting analysis, and research evaluation experience within the public and/or health care sector.
Experience developing and amending policies and working with related legislation
Proven track record of developing and maintaining effective relationships and partnerships with diverse stakeholder groups. Demonstrated experience in providing advice to leadership and/or senior executives.
Assets
Demonstrated success in managing complex, multifaceted issues Education in pharmacy or pharmaceutical sciences
Preferred
Project management experience and/or designation

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:

Agility
Identifies alternative approaches and supports others to do the same

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Build Collaborative Environments

Encourages broad thinking on projects, and works to eliminate barriers to progress

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Systems Thinking

Anticipates outcomes and potential impacts, seek stakeholder perspectives

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Creative Problem Solving

Engages others and encourages debate and idea generation to solve problems while addressing risks

Salary:

$2,716.64 to $3,550.90 bi-weekly ($70,904 - $92,678 / year)

A salary review is in progress and may result in this salary being increased on September 1, 2023.

Notes:

One (1) permanent position available.

Hours of Work