Senior Policy Advisor
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 Assisted Living and Social Services leads housing, assisted living and continuing care, seniors, income, employment and homelessness supports, disability services, and other social-based programs. For more information about ALSS, visit our website: https://www.alberta.ca/assisted-living-and-social-services. If you thrive in complex policy environments and enjoy turning research and data into meaningful system improvements, this role offers an opportunity to make a direct impact on continuing care in Alberta. You will bring together analysis, collaboration, and strategic thinking to support decisions that shape programs, policies, and outcomes for Albertans. The Continuing Care Homes Branch is responsible for the development of provincial strategic policy to expand and improve access to and quality of continuing care homes within the continuing care system. The Senior Policy Advisor reports to the Manager of Systems Improvement in the Continuing Care Homes Branch.
Requirements
- The ability to respond to complex, sensitive issues affecting clients within Alberta’s continuing care system.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to support coordination and resolution of policy and operational issues.
- The ability to navigate cross-ministry and cross-system policy issues involving competing priorities and political sensitivities.
- The ability to conduct forward-looking and exploratory analysis while responding to emerging and time-sensitive issues.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects, competing priorities, and diverse stakeholder expectations in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of government decision-making processes, policy development, and how political and strategic priorities influence work.
- The ability to build and maintain effective relationships and partnerships with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Adaptability to shifting priorities, changing direction, and evolving policy or program requirements.
- The ability to work independently with minimal supervision while exercising sound judgment in policy and operational decisions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage with senior leadership, committees, and cross-ministry partners.
- University graduation (4 years) in a related field such as Public Policy, Social Sciences, Health Sciences, Political Science, etc. plus four (4) years progressively responsible related experience such as Policy Analysis, Policy Development, Project Management, Issues Management, Performance Measurement, etc.; or equivalent.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with grant programs.
- Experience writing briefing notes, options papers, reports, or decision-making documents for senior leadership.
- Experience conducting research and environmental scans using qualitative and quantitative data sources.
- Experience leading or supporting complex, multi-stakeholder projects or initiatives.
- Experience with continuing care sector, health service delivery, economics, health care or business strategies, health legislation and regulation, or the theory and practice of policy analysis.
Responsibilities
- Conducting environmental scans and literature reviews to inform policy development and decision-making.
- Researching, analyzing, and evaluating data from diverse sources to assess continuing care issues and trends.
- Identifying emerging issues and developing evidence-based scenarios to support ministry responses and strategies.
- Collaborating with ministries, stakeholders, and experts to develop and implement policy initiatives.
- Assessing impacts of policy issues on Albertans, government programs, and the continuing care system.
- Developing policy recommendations, briefing materials, and reports for senior leadership and decision-makers.
- Engaging stakeholders and participating in working groups to support initiatives and strengthen collaboration.
- Preparing communications, briefings, and responses to inquiries using clear, concise, and professional messaging.
- Supporting and coordinating multi-stakeholder projects, including planning, tracking, and reporting on progress.
- Monitoring performance and outcomes, using data and evidence to inform improvements and future policy development.
Benefits
- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
- 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
