Senior Policy Advisor

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

9d•CA$82,168 - CA$107,710•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 Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration (JET) enhances Alberta's competitive advantage by creating the conditions that will help more Albertans prosper. This includes delivering policies and programs that grow and diversify the economy; attracting and developing a highly skilled workforce; and promoting safe, fair and healthy workplaces. The Economic Strategy and Investment Division is focused on ensuring strategies and related policies are developed with a broad economic lens and line of sight to economic growth and job creation. The division leverages stakeholder intelligence, robust economic principles and advanced data analytics to formulate effective strategies that support job creating investments in Alberta. Reporting to the Manager of Defence Strategic Initiatives, the Senior Policy Advisor contributes to a team responsible for the development, integration and execution of strategies and initiatives to support economic growth, diversification, investment competitiveness and job creation in Alberta. Key areas of focus are: Defence strategic initiatives development, implementation and alignment. Stakeholder outreach and engagement planning and facilitation; and Strategic option development for high impact federal and private defence sector investments. This position relies on political acumen and a thorough understanding of government decision making processes in order to adequately advise and support the Manager and Director and provide strategic advice on a range of economic issues to cross-ministry partners and external stakeholders.

Requirements

University graduation in Business, Economics, Public Administration, Economic development, Political Science or a related field plus four years related experience. Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.
Experience working on cross-ministry projects or teams is required.

Nice To Haves

Strong problem solving skills are essential to being able to coordinate timely and effective issue resolution given the constrained environment and complexity of issues.
Proven ability to establish positive working relationships and demonstrated success in managing complex issues within short timelines.
Demonstrated interpersonal and team skills with the ability to lead/coordinate activities of a team to achieve the desired ends, and participate as an effective team member.
The position requires sound knowledge of project management approaches, as well as successful achievement of objectives originating from minimal or uncertain direction.
The position requires a strong working knowledge of economic development principles, tools and practices, specifically those related to best practices in investment and growth.
Experience working on cross-ministry projects or teams.
Strong verbal communication skills and ability to write in a clear and succinct manner.
The position requires a strong working knowledge of economic development principles, tools and practices, specifically those related to best practices in economic strategy.

Responsibilities

Defence Strategy Development and Alignment Activities – Lead the development of strategic advice, briefings, recommendations, and communications for senior leadership on defence-related issues, opportunities, and initiatives, while providing policy analysis and facilitating the timely exchange of information with stakeholders.
Stakeholder Outreach and Engagement – Build and maintain stakeholder networks to gather intelligence, inform policy development, support integrated defence initiatives, identify risks, and provide strategic advice through briefings, correspondence, and stakeholder analysis.
Support the development of strategic, customized options for Government of Canada and private sector defence investments and priorities – Identify and analyze barriers to strategic defence investments, assess risks and opportunities, evaluate alignment with government priorities, and develop tailored options and recommendations to support investment decisions and stakeholder collaboration.
Relationship management – Apply discretion, professional judgment, and neutrality to resolve complex issues with external providers/contractors, while effectively handling trusting transparent relationships; build and maintain effective networks; represent the Ministry in inter-departmental committees and cross-Ministry initiatives as required.
Support the unit and the division to accomplish operational goals – Prepare reports and briefing materials, support planning and reporting activities, identify emerging issues for senior leadership, and provide leadership, mentorship, and project coordination within the team.