Senior Policy Analyst

Doctors of BC • Vancouver, BC

5h • CA$90,640 - CA$113,300

About The Position

At Doctors of BC our vision is to promote a social, economic, and political climate in which members can provide the citizens of BC with the highest standard of health care, while achieving maximum professional satisfaction and fair economic reward. Together, we make a difference so our doctors can make theirs. Join us today. The starting salary range falls within the minimum to mid-point of the salary range. Reporting to the Director of Policy, the Senior Policy Analyst is responsible for supporting the Policy team through research and technical expertise, committee support, the development of policy documents, and the communication of policy positions and issues.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Public Policy, Public Health, Health Administration, Public Administration, or Law preferred plus related experience, or an equivalent combination.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and critically appraise research.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of public policy development and the Canadian health care system.
• Excellent writing skills and proven ability to synthesize complex information to develop clear, concise, and comprehensive reports, briefing notes, and presentations for diverse audiences.
• Excellent judgment in setting priorities, proactively identifying issues, and determining solutions.
• Ability to work with diverse groups of individuals who have varying interests.
• An up-to-date skill-set on applicable software applications.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and work in a team environment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy and research support by planning and conducting research in health care financing, delivery, access, health workforce planning, digital health, health promotion, and illness/injury prevention to inform the development/update of Doctors of BC’s policy positions and response to policy issues.
• Provide policy advice on various emerging and ongoing policy issues as well as analysis on draft interest holder policy, legislation, or regulatory changes or positions.
• Provide support on policy related issues to Doctors of BC/government committees (e.g. Council on Health Economics & Policy + Council on Health Promotion).
• Monitor trends in health policy, identify issues, and develop solutions and strategies on these by working with Doctors of BC staff, members and or/representatives of other agencies or interest groups.
• Communicate Doctors of BC responses to policy announcements, presenting policy information when directed, and supporting members and external interest holders with inquiries.
• Prepare background papers, briefing notes, presentations, and communication for management and executive use.
• Organize and support committee meetings and prepare materials.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior