Senior Policy Advisor, Engagement
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 Department of Primary and Preventative Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide health challenges, improving health outcomes, and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness and coordinating and delivering safe, person-centred, quality health services.For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.alberta.ca/primary-and-preventative-health-services.Role Responsibilities Are you a strategic thinker with a talent for bringing people together and transforming feedback into meaningful action?As a Senior Policy Advisor, Engagement, you'll be at the centre of high-profile engagement and consultation initiatives across the Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services, partnering with ministry leaders and program areas, to design and deliver innovative engagement with ministry partners, other government ministries, stakeholders, and Albertans, deliver actionable insights, and support critical policy and legislative priorities in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Requirements
- University graduation in a related field (e.g: Public Policy, Social Sciences, Business, Communications, Journalism or other relevant field) plus four (4) years progressively responsible experience or equivalent as described below.
- Directly-related experience or education considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated agility and ability to pivot in response to emerging priorities, tight timelines, and shifting project demands.
- Experience with project management, planning, delivering, and reporting on public and stakeholder engagement.
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills both within and external to a team environment.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direction to complete tasks and provide strategic advice.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of public and stakeholder engagement initiatives to support policy, legislative, and program development priorities across Primary and Preventative Health Services.
- Develop and provide strategic advice on the development of engagement strategies, and approaches to ensure participation is meaningful and diverse perspectives are incorporated into decision-making.
- Analyse stakeholder feedback, identify emerging issues, risks, and opportunities, and translate findings into actionable recommendations for senior management and executive decision-makers.
- Build and maintain collaborative relationships with internal partners, external stakeholders, and cross-government representatives to advance ministry objectives and foster consensus on complex issues.
- Provide strategic advice and support to leaders on engagement activities, policy considerations, and organizational priorities in a dynamic and evolving environment.
- Develop tools and resources, including training, to support consistent approaches to engagement across the ministry.
- Adapt engagement approaches, priorities, and deliverables in response to changing policy directions, emerging issues, and competing timelines while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
Benefits
- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
- Professional learning and development
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
