Research and Policy Coordinator

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

2d•CA$66,884 - CA$87,736•Onsite

About The Position

Supporting the Youth and Preventive Family Services division, the Research & Policy Coordinator assists with the development, analysis, and implementation of policy initiatives that drive meaningful outcomes for Albertans. This role is ideal for a strategic thinker with strong research capabilities and a passion for evidence-based decision-making. As part of a collaborative team environment, you will contribute to advancing priority projects, providing policy advice, and ensuring alignment with government objectives and legislative frameworks.

Requirements

A university degree in humanities, social sciences, social work, public administration, or other degree with research and writing.
1 year of education for 1 year of experience or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Nice To Haves

Experience with record and data management.
Previous experience coordinating tasks or small projects.
Understanding of research methodologies, evaluation frameworks, project coordination strategies and their application in a program delivery setting.
Extensive reporting experience.
Knowledge of program and policy development.
Experience analyzing and synthesizing information.
Previous internal and external stakeholder management experience.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Office, PowerPoint, SharePoint).

Responsibilities

Support the coordination and delivery of complex, multi-phase grant programs involving multiple stakeholders.
Contribute to the preparation of briefing materials and maintain program documentation, including policies, procedures, and tracking tools.
Develop and maintain work plans, workflows, and process documentation to support program execution.
Track action items and support implementation to ensure timelines and deliverables are met.
Assist with collecting and organizing program data and help prepare reports to communicate progress internally and externally.
Promote alignment across teams by maintaining awareness of ministry and government priorities and identifying opportunities to improve program outcomes.
Conduct environmental scans and literature reviews related to family violence and sexual violence.
Gather, analyze, and interpret data from diverse sources (e.g., legislation, reports, academic research, and statistical databases).
Identify emerging trends and issues using research methodologies to inform policy development.
Draft clear, evidence-based policy recommendations to improve systems and services for Albertans.
Prepare briefing notes, reports, and option papers with recommendations for senior leadership and decision-makers.
Draft a range of written materials, including briefing notes, emails, letters, and speaking points.
Support responses to inquiries from funded service providers and other stakeholders by providing clear, accurate information.
Develop communication products such as presentations, visualizations, and infographics for diverse audiences.
Collaborate with ministry staff and external stakeholders to support projects and initiatives.
Build and maintain effective working relationships across teams, divisions, and service delivery partners.
Anticipate stakeholder needs and support planning to address emerging issues and priorities.
Engage with internal partners to ensure stakeholder concerns are addressed while balancing program and organizational objectives.
Support performance measurement and outcome monitoring activities.
Analyze available data to assess program performance and identify strengths, risks, and areas for improvement.
Contribute to the development of recommendations and practical solutions based on analysis.
Support the development of future performance measures and evaluation approaches.
Maintain accurate records and support effective records management practices within the branch.