Manager, Indigenous Policy & Services

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

11d•CA$102,329 - CA$137,705•Onsite

About The Position

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. The Ministry of Justice works to ensure a fair and accessible justice system for all Albertans where the rule of law is upheld, and government undertakings are administered according to law. In collaboration with the judiciary, law enforcement, public safety, and health, the ministry provides programs and services that ensure access to justice and support the needs of Albertans involved in the justice system. The Strategy, Support and Integrated Initiatives division provides strategic and integrated policy and project services and functions for Justice. The division’s focus centers on cross-divisional and cross-ministry projects such as strategic policy initiatives and business transformations. The Manager, Indigenous Policy and Services, is a unique leadership opportunity to shape initiatives and programs that improve how the justice system responds to Indigenous justice needs across Alberta. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for a diverse portfolio of programs, including the Indigenous Courtworker Program, the Gladue Report Program, and ad hoc ministry grants. The incumbent will work closely with Indigenous organizations, justice system partners and other Alberta Public Service leaders and teams. The successful candidate will lead a skilled team, translate complex issues into practical solutions, and help advance services that support meaningful and lasting outcomes. As the Manager of Indigenous Policy and Services, you will report to the Director while providing supervision and support to a team of four. You will work closely with other members of the Justice Supports Branch, including branch leadership teams from across the division. These stakeholders require ensure expedient, accurate, and high-quality information and analysis about the ministry’s Indigenous justice programming. This role provides strategic policy and operational leadership for a high-volume portfolio of complex, sensitive and rapidly evolving priorities. Working through the Indigenous Policy and Services (IPS) team, the position directs the development of policy frameworks, governance processes and monitoring systems that support timely information flow, coordinated decision-making and effective implementation of key initiatives. A key priority is strengthening accountability and modernizing the policies, standard operating procedures, and reporting requirements that support multiple grant funding streams.

Requirements

A related university degree (e.g., Public Policy, Public Administration, Business, Indigenous Studies, Political Science, or Social Sciences, etc.), supplemented by at least five (5) years of related experience in a public service environment and/or working with Indigenous peoples in a policy role.
Equivalencies may be considered: Master’s degree and three (3) years.
A cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with the role's responsibilities will be used to assess writing and communication skills.
As an appendix to the cover letter, candidates must provide two business related examples of where they have a demonstrated and established connection with Indigenous communities. This will typically be obtained through three-to-five years of experience working or living with First Nations, Metis, or Inuit communities, government, or organizations.
Knowledge of the operations/workings of public sector environments and/or government departments within the Alberta Public Service.
Strong organizational, management, and financial acumen skills.
Experience managing or administering grant funding or contribution programs.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint Online, and document and records management systems.
Experience working collaboratively with multiple diverse stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.

Nice To Haves

A demonstrated ability to maintain consistent and dependable attendance.
Post-secondary certification related to contemporary Indigenous issues in Canada.
Experience developing and implementing Indigenous justice, social policy or public-sector policy initiatives.

Responsibilities

Work closely with the IPS Director to manage, track, and respond to emerging issues and requests, ensuring responses are developed on time to meet short-timeline and external demands.
Lead the development, analysis and implementation of policies, programs and strategic initiatives that support improved justice outcomes for Indigenous and Metis peoples and communities.
Provide expert policy advice to senior leaders on complex, sensitive and emerging issues affecting Indigenous justice services, including risks, options, implementation considerations and recommended approaches.
Manage a high-volume portfolio of concurrent priorities in a rapidly changing environment, ensuring urgent issues, emerging pressures and longer-term policy work are appropriately assessed, sequenced, and advanced.
Build and maintain effective relationships with Indigenous communities, organizations, service providers and justice system partners to support respectful engagement and informed policy development.
Support sensitive negotiations and discussions involving funding, governance, service delivery and intergovernmental or community relationships.