Policy Analyst

Job Summary:

The Policy Analyst will conduct in-depth policy analysis and development to support government governance frameworks. This role involves researching, drafting, and modernizing policies, standards, and directives, as well as preparing executive briefings and submissions. The analyst will collaborate with subject matter experts and stakeholders to ensure effective policy implementation and change management.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze, develop, and modernize government policies, standards, directives, and legislative frameworks.
• Prepare executive briefings, Treasury Board submissions, decision notes, and other senior-level approval materials.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to research, draft, validate, and finalize policy content.
• Support policy implementation, communications, and project control activities.
• Engage stakeholders through facilitation, communication, and change management processes.
• Facilitate policy review, revision, approval, communication, and adoption.

Required Skills:

• Post-secondary education in Public Administration, Political Science, Business, Communications, Information Management, Information Technology, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in policy analysis, policy development, governance, or related fields.
• Proven ability to develop and modernize government policies and governance frameworks.
• Experience preparing executive-level documentation such as Treasury Board submissions and decision notes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and facilitation skills.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Desired Skills:

• Experience with policy implementation and project controls.
• Familiarity with change management methodologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse subject matter experts.
• Knowledge of legislative and regulatory environments.

Rated Criteria:

• Policy Analysis and Development Experience - 40 Points
• Documentation and Governance Expertise - 35 Points
• Stakeholder Engagement and Communication - 15 Points
• Educational Background and Qualifications - 10 Points

Total: 100 Points Deliverables:

• Comprehensive policy documents, standards, and directives.
• Executive briefings, Treasury Board submissions, and decision notes.
• Validated and finalized policy content in collaboration with subject matter experts.
• Stakeholder engagement reports and change management plans.
• Implementation and communication strategies for policy adoption.

Must Haves:

• Post-secondary education completion in a relevant field.
• Minimum five years of recent policy analysis and development experience.
• Proven track record in preparing senior-level policy documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Public Sector Experience:

Preferred