Intergovernmental Officer

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

13d•CA$76,613 - CA$100,492•Onsite

About The Position

The Executive Council plays a vital role in shaping Alberta’s strategic direction and enabling effective government decision making. Within this environment, the Intergovernmental Relations (IGR) branch supports Alberta’s leadership and participation in Canada’s federation. As part of the Federal-Provincial team, you will contribute to advancing Alberta’s interests, strengthening relationships across governments, and helping shape public policy that impacts Albertans every day. The Intergovernmental Officer will play a key role in supporting Alberta’s participation in intergovernmental initiatives, informing senior officials, and helping the province anticipate and respond to developments across the Canadian federation. Your work will inform strategic decision making at the highest levels—and contribute directly to advancing Alberta’s interests in key social policy areas.

Requirements

University graduation in a relevant field such as Political Science, Canadian Studies, Law, Public Administration, Public Policy, or a related field.
A minimum of 2 years of progressively responsible experience in: Intergovernmental relations, Public policy research and analysis, Legislative or governmental process work, or Strategic policy development.
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.
Attach a cover letter outlining your qualification and suitability for this role.
Clearly demonstrate how your experience aligns with this position.
Provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience.
Indicate whether your work experience was part-time or full-time.

Nice To Haves

Systems Thinking: Analyzing relationships and trends across governments to understand broader public policy implications.
Creative Problem Solving: Identifying new strategic options and solutions to emerging intergovernmental issues.
Drive for Results: Delivering high quality analysis and meeting tight timelines in a fast paced environment.
Build Collaborative Environments: Working effectively with colleagues across ministries and intergovernmental partners.
Agility: Adjusting quickly to shifting political landscapes and evolving priorities.

Responsibilities

Monitor media, government announcements, legislative developments, and political trends across Canada to identify emerging intergovernmental issues related to social policy.
Distill trends and identify implications for Alberta.
Share timely updates with colleagues across the Federal-Provincial team and broader IGR section.
Prepare briefing notes, memos, speaking notes, tables, summaries, and other communications for senior leadership.
Review intergovernmental agreements to assess alignment with Alberta’s priorities and ensure appropriate documentation.
Assist with coordination of Alberta’s participation in key forums such as the Council of the Federation, Western Premiers’ Conference, First Ministers’ Meetings, and other bilateral or multilateral intergovernmental engagements.
Develop issue updates, briefing materials, and speaking notes.
Liaise with other governments and Alberta ministries to support meeting preparation and follow up.
Conduct multidisciplinary research and analysis supporting Alberta’s policy positions in social policy.
Track academic developments, sector trends, and policy innovations across Canada.
Summarize key materials and provide insights that support informed decision making.