Director of Strategic Policy, Evaluation and Legislation

Director of Strategic Policy, Evaluation and Legislation

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Job ID: 169940

Department: Transportation and Infrastructure

Location: 11 Kent Street, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island

Employment type: One Year - Temporary

Expires on: September 9, 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.

Reporting to the Deputy Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, the Director of Strategic Policy, Evaluation and Legislation leads the Strategic Policy and Evaluation Division to provide high quality advice and direct support to the Minister, Deputy Minister, and other divisions. As a member of the Department’s senior management team, the position is responsible for ensuring that all the Department’s strategies and policies are evidence-informed, coherent, and responsive to Government’s mandates and other commitments. The Division that the position oversees is responsible for the Department’s legislative work plan, strategic planning, annual report preparation, program and policy evaluation and business continuity management.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Provides expert analysis, policy options and information to the Minister, Deputy Minister and senior government officials within the Department and across government to support proposed policy, program, legislative and/or process changes.
• Provides advice and expertise to the Deputy Minister on existing policies, programs, and processes.
• Provides expert advice to assist and support the Deputy Minister and the Senior Management Team in communicating and promoting the Department’s strategic policy direction. This includes preparing submissions to Cabinet Committees, Executive Council and Treasury Board as well as to key stakeholder groups.
• Provides expert advice to senior management in the proper design, development, implementation and measurement of evidence-based Departmental policies.
• Develops, implements and monitors the Department’s evaluation and performance monitoring system for mandates, policies, and programs.
• Ensures that evaluation and performance systems are aligned with TB Policy and other policy or legislative responsibilities as required.
• Continuously seeks out opportunities to improve evaluation and performance monitoring systems based on best practices and the Canadian Evaluation Society’s standards for program evaluation.
• Oversees relevant administrative policies related to the Strategic Plan and Departmental Annual Report.
• Provides leadership and guidance to directors, managers, and staff in the ongoing development of departmental strategic planning, particularly in relation to challenging and complex issues.
• Oversees the Department’s files in legislative and program development as it relates to evaluation.
• Ensures that the Department’s legislative, policy, and program development activities are based on evidence and best practices in: legislative research, program evaluation, performance monitoring, applied and social science research, change management, and the project management methodology.
• Other related duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have 1) A Master’s degree in a closely-related field (e.g., humanities or social sciences, etc.) and 2) Completed research methods coursework (course certificates/course completion records must be submitted at time of application) with considerable experience in project management or a Bachelor’s degree with extensive experience in project management.
• Demonstrated equivalencies will be considered
• Must have considerable experience in managing staff.
• Must have considerable experience with developing policy or completing policy-relevant research.
• Considerable experience in economic policy/research/planning, evaluation or legislative development.
• Considerable experience writing Treasury Board, Executive Council or other official memorandum.
• Must be willing to receive the Canadian Evaluation Society’s Credentialed Evaluator designation.
• Must have a demonstrated ability to:
• Lead, coach/mentor, influence, delegate and performance manage staff;
• Review, edit and provide feedback on the work of others;
• Foster and maintain respectful, inclusive and productive workplaces;
• Promote common values and ethics, build relationships, and focus on results;
• Communicate complex topics and advice to senior officials;
• Write high-quality error-free reports and other literature;
• Manage, organize and prioritize multiple and competing projects and tasks;
• Manage change initiatives and lead others through change;
• Complete evidence-informed policy development, including theory, methodology, analysis, and application think and plan strategically;
• Manage difficult conversations and confidential information appropriately;
• The successful candidate must provide a current and satisfactory Criminal Records Check prior to starting work.

Other Qualifications:

• Bilingualism is considered an asset
• A Ph.D. is considered an asset
• Credentialed Evaluator, Project Management, or Change Management designation or training considered assets
• Coursework completed in public policy, public administration, evaluation, and/or project management considered assets

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE.

Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.

Voted as one of Forbes’ top 30 Best Employers in Canada for 2025

The Public Service is inspired to make a positive impact and proud to shape the future of our Island Community.

Benefits

• 4 weeks paid vacation annually
• Employer-paid health and dental benefits
• Up to $2,500 annual training funds
• Employee assistance program

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Business Development and Consulting
• Industries: Government Administration, Public Policy Offices, and Transportation Programs

Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, Canada