Lead Trade Policy Officer

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

2d•CA$87,736 - CA$115,594•Onsite

About The Position

The Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade, and Immigration (JETI) focuses on growing and diversifying Alberta's economy, attracting and developing a skilled workforce, and ensuring safe, fair, and healthy workplaces. The ministry's responsibilities include supporting Alberta's entrepreneurs and employers, promoting trade and investment, and assisting with workforce development. The Trade Policy Unit is responsible for leading the Government of Alberta's engagement in the negotiation, implementation, and ongoing management of international trade and investment agreements; international trade and investment disputes; and other international trade policy issues. This work is undertaken under the framework of Canada's international trade commitments, including in multilateral fora (e.g., the World Trade Organization) and other bilateral or regional international agreements and initiatives (e.g., the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), the Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP)).

Requirements

University graduation in Law, Business Administration, Arts (Political Science, Economics), International Trade Policy, Trade Law Specialization or a related field plus 6 years progressively responsible related experience.
One year of degree for one year of education and vice versa will be considered as equivalent.
Knowledge of key concepts in domestic constitutional jurisdiction, international trade policy and international economic relations.
Knowledge of Alberta trade policy objectives and ability to align work activities with those objectives.
Strong analytical skills and ability to identify and synthesize relevant information/data from varied sources.
Knowledge of quantitative and qualitative research methods and practices.
Strong communication (verbal and written) skills. Attention to detail, grammar and ability to both compose and edit written material including formal correspondence and briefing material.
Able to work effectively independently and as a team member.

Nice To Haves

A Masters degree in Business Administration is an asset.

Responsibilities

Lead the analysis of international trade negotiations and agreements by assessing impacts on Alberta, developing policy positions and recommendations, coordinating input from departments and subject matter experts, and supporting the implementation of trade agreements and related policy priorities.
Lead the ongoing management of trade agreements by developing Alberta's policy positions, ensuring compliance with trade obligations, coordinating responses to trade disputes, participating in agreement governance processes, and promoting the benefits of trade agreements to Alberta businesses.
Represent, communicate and advance Alberta’s trade priorities by building intergovernmental and international partnerships, participating in intergovernmental meetings, trade negotiations, stakeholder consultations and policy forums, coordinating cross-ministry engagement, and leading the development of strategic briefings, correspondence, presentations and recommendations on trade policy issues.
Provide expert trade policy advice by monitoring global and domestic trade developments, conducting strategic research and analysis, evaluating legislative and policy implications for Alberta, and recommending responses aligned with provincial trade priorities.