Planning Analyst

Government of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

2d • CA$76,613 - CA$100,492 • 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 Energy and Minerals is responsible for sustaining the interests of Albertans through the stewardship and responsible development of energy and mineral resource systems. The Ministry Services Division provides enterprise-wide support services for the Department of Energy and Minerals and ensures alignment with and adherence to related Government of Alberta policies. The Business Services branch provides: Legislative planning and reporting. Coordination of the department’s policy, legislation and agency governance files. Coordination of the red tape reduction initiative for the department and facilities and accommodations services on behalf of the department for both the Edmonton and Calgary offices. The Policy Coordination and Agency Governance team in the Business Services branch of the Ministry Services Division is responsible for the policy and legislative coordination process and agencies, boards, and commissions for the ministry. Policy Coordination and Agency Governance provides strategic leadership for the department on cross-government initiatives and priorities. Core to this function is providing leadership on high-profile, cross-boundary initiatives. The branch serves as a strategic hub for the department and acts as a proactive policy/planning arm, employing techniques such as strategic foresight, scenario planning, and social innovation to drive new ways of thinking and planning in today’s complex energy landscape.

Requirements

• University graduation in a related field (political science, public administration, policy, business, social sciences etc.) plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience in research and analysis, policy coordination, and policy analysis and development.
• Strong project coordination and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated experience tracking deliverables, managing action items, coordinating stakeholders, and supporting complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy, follow-through, and accountability.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to anticipate challenges before they become obstacles.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to clearly convey information, facilitate discussions, and support decision-making.
• Sound understanding of government processes, approvals, and organizational dynamics.
• Ability to adapt quickly as priorities shift and new issues emerge.

Nice To Haves

• Experience planning complex strategic projects.
• Experience with strategic issues management.
• Experience tailoring communication and writing for an executive audience.
• Experience reading and interpreting legislation.
• Experience preparing briefing materials for executive leadership to support decision-making and planning.
• Knowledge of the policy development cycle.
• Knowledge and familiarity with Government of Alberta operations and key government priorities such as red tape reduction.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and monitor priority ministry initiatives, ensuring deliverables, approvals, and milestones are tracked and completed on schedule.
• Develop and maintain project plans, action trackers, schedules, and reporting tools to support effective project delivery.
• Proactively identify risks and coordination challenges, to keep initiatives moving forward.
• Support ministry efforts to reduce red-tape administrative burden, participate in maintaining red-tape counts and red-tape policy considerations.
• Provide centralized coordination for complex and time-sensitive initiatives involving multiple divisions, ministries, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Monitor action requests, commitments, and deadlines, ensuring appropriate follow-up and escalation when required.
• Support divisions in navigating government approval processes, timelines, and decision-making requirements.
• Facilitate collaboration across organizational boundaries, ensuring stakeholders remain informed, aligned, and engaged.
• Develop and maintain tools, guidance materials, templates, and process resources that help project teams navigate government processes more effectively.
• Prepare status updates, briefing materials, and project reporting for senior leadership.

Benefits

• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Professional learning and development
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level