Policy Analyst - Committees

Metis Nation Saskatchewan•Saskatoon, SK

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Policy Analyst – Committees supports the effective operation of Métis Nation Legislative Assembly (MNLA) and Provincial Métis Council (PMC) committees by providing non-partisan policy, procedural, administrative, research and records support. The position helps ensure committee work is well planned, properly documented, timely, accessible to members, and aligned with MN-S legislation, policies, procedures, governance standards, and Métis customs, values and traditions. Working under the direction of the Director of Cabinet and Legislative Services, the Policy Analyst – Committees coordinates and supports the business of MNLA and PMC committees, including agenda planning, meeting logistics, committee materials, minutes coordination, action tracking, research, briefing notes, records management, and follow-up with elected officials, senior leadership, departments and external participants.

Requirements

Knowledge of Métis Nation–Saskatchewan governance, Métis culture, values and self-government priorities, with a willingness to continue learning.
General understanding of MNLA, PMC, committee and assembly processes, including agendas, minutes, resolutions, records and follow-up requirements.
Ability to support research, gather background information, summarize key points and prepare clear materials for review by senior staff or committee members.
Strong writing, editing, proofreading and note-taking skills, with attention to accuracy, clarity and plain language.
Strong organizational, scheduling, records management and time management skills, including the ability to manage meeting materials, deadlines and action items.
Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with elected officials, senior leaders, staff, citizens, presenters and members of the public.
Ability to exercise tact, discretion, confidentiality and sound judgement when handling sensitive information and supporting committee work.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a busy environment with changing priorities and timelines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, SharePoint or comparable records, collaboration and virtual meeting systems.
Post-secondary education in political science, public administration, public policy, Indigenous governance, business administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
2-3 years of relevant experience in government, Indigenous governance, legislative services, committee administration, public policy, executive support or a related environment.
Experience preparing agendas, minutes, briefing notes, reports, resolutions, action logs, correspondence and meeting packages.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate, professional work under tight timelines.
A valid Saskatchewan driver’s license and/or access to reliable transportation to our downtown location would be required.
Must provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check.

Nice To Haves

Experience coordinating meetings, committees, working groups, assemblies, hearings or other formal governance processes is considered an asset.
Experience conducting research and policy analysis, interpreting legislation, procedures or governance documents, and preparing clear written advice is considered an asset.
Experience working with elected officials, senior leaders, committees, citizens, Indigenous governments or public sector organizations is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide non-partisan policy, procedural and administrative support to assigned MNLA and PMC committees, including advice on meeting processes, committee mandates, decision-making requirements and established terms of reference.
Research, analyze and summarize policy issues, legislative matters, resolutions, reports, briefing materials and background information to support committee deliberations and informed decision-making.
Prepare and coordinate committee documents, including agendas, briefing packages, minutes, reports, decision records, correspondence, motions, resolutions, speaking notes and follow-up materials.
Track committee resolutions, recommendations, decisions, and action items, and ensure timely follow-up with responsible departments, officials and staff.
Liaise with elected officials, Ministers, senior leadership, department heads, staff, presenters, invited guests and members of the public to support effective committee operations.
Monitor good governance practices, legislative and committee procedures, standing rules, public meeting practices and related developments to support continuous improvement in MNLA and PMC committee processes.
Maintain impartiality, confidentiality, tact and sound judgement when supporting elected officials, committee members and senior leadership on sensitive or politically complex matters.
Plan, coordinate and support assigned MNLA and PMC committee meetings, including scheduling, room or virtual meeting arrangements, participant coordination, interpretation or accessibility needs, technology, registration and meeting materials.
Prepare meeting agendas, notices, packages, briefing binders and presentation materials in accordance with established timelines, templates, approval processes and MN-S visual identity standards.
Coordinate with departments, presenters and subject matter experts to ensure submissions are complete, accurate, timely and appropriate for committee consideration.
Attend committee meetings to provide logistical, procedural and records support, including documenting proceedings, decisions, motions, recommendations, votes, action items and follow-up requirements.
Identify and resolve meeting-related issues in a timely, professional and service-oriented manner, escalating complex matters as appropriate.
Participate in post-meeting debriefs, update checklists, improve templates, document lessons learned and support consistent committee administration practices.
Maintain accurate, secure committee records, including agendas, minutes, decisions, resolutions, correspondence, submissions, reports, attendance records and action logs.
Distribute approved committee information to elected officials, senior leadership, departments and other authorized recipients in a timely and accurate manner.
Protect confidential and sensitive records and support retention, version control, digital filing and records management practices in alignment with MN-S requirements.
Respond to committee-related inquiries and recommend improvements to information management, workflow tools and document control practices.
Develop and maintain respectful, cooperative working relationships with elected officials, senior leadership, departments, colleagues, citizens and external partners to support effective committee work and integrated government operations.
Manage multiple committee priorities, deadlines and deliverables while maintaining accuracy, professionalism, confidentiality and responsiveness.
Contribute to the development and refinement of committee procedures, templates, guides, checklists, briefing standards and training materials.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the Director, Cabinet and Legislative Services.