Policy Analyst

3 weeks ago

Edmonton, Canada Alberta Municipalities Full time

Reporting to the Director, Policy & Advocacy, the Policy Analyst is responsible for researching and supporting the planning and development of policies and procedures that advance the vibrancy and sustainability of Alberta’s municipalities. This position gathers and analyses information and provides recommendations that engage the Board and its committees in identifying issues and opportunities and developing and advocating solutions. The ability to assess economic trends and contribute towards solutions-based advocacy on community development and municipal finances would be a particular benefit to the association and its members.

The incumbent represents Alberta Municipalities on external committees and prepares correspondence, briefings, presentations, speaking points, and other materials to support Alberta Municipalities’ members in their advocacy activities. The incumbent also manages projects, including elements of major member events, and may provide support for grant management activities.


Know-How

Practical / Technical Knowledge

  • A degree in a related field.
  • At least 4 years of experience in a policy and advocacy advisory capacity.
  • Working knowledge of economic, social and environmental trends; legislation, policies and processes; and the inter-relationship between the province, municipalities, for-profit and not-for-profit industry associations.
  • Familiarity with board and committee governance and decision-making processes.
  • Highly competent computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook.
  • Experience in a municipal, public sector, association, and/or non-profit environment is highly desirable.
  • A working knowledge of municipal finance would be a considerable asset.

Planning, Organizing and Integrating

  • Highly organized, detail-oriented team player with a positive and get it done attitude, that follows through with their commitments.
  • Project management skills.
  • Working knowledge of research and survey methods.
  • Strong initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision to meet deadlines and work concurrently on a variety of projects.

Communicating and Influencing Skills

  • Results-focused and creative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
  • Incorporates solutions, themes and concepts into strategically focused policy proposals, presentations, correspondence and other communications.
  • Strong interpersonal, organization and communication skills – oral and written at the level required for Board and Committee member interaction.

Responsibilities

Committee Coordination

  • Support the development of annual committee mandates and prepare annual committee work plans.
  • Work with the Committee Chair(s) to manage and prioritize the issues that come before the committee.
  • Identify matters requiring committee or board approval and submit requests for decision.
  • Research and prepare briefing materials and other information items.
  • Prepare meeting agendas and associated materials.
  • Monitor and communicate the status of action items, work plans, and convention resolutions and recommend further actions to advance their progress.

Policy and Research Development

  • Research, and evaluate complex and sensitive policy issues.
  • Develop creative and innovative options and solutions that meet the diverse needs and interests of our members.

Project Management

  • Assist in the preparation of grant applications and contracts.
  • Provide recommendations on scope of work and deliverables.
  • Create and execute project work plans.
  • Manage and/or support the monitoring of projects and grants to ensure deliverables are met.

Communication and Advocacy

  • Work with Communications and Marketing team to prepare briefings and speaking points for President and Board in support of media interviews, member engagement activities, meetings with provincial and federal elected officials, etc.
  • Prepare documents and articles to communicate policy matters to municipal elected officials and administrators (e.g. newsletter articles).
  • Assist with correspondence, presentations, and speaking notes pertaining to interaction with members, committees, federal and provincial governments, and other organizations.
  • Support the development of provincial and federal budget submissions and the annual analysis of provincial and federal budgets.
  • Play a role in the development of annual provincial and federal advocacy strategies, as well as other issue specific advocacy strategies, as required.
  • Liaise with Communications and Advocacy team members in the development of communication plans and materials for key advocacy-related efforts and initiatives.

Other Responsibilities

  • Provide support for major Alberta Municipalities events, including convention and Municipal Leaders’ Caucus.
  • Provide input into Alberta Municipalities’ corporate plans.
  • Provide input into the CEO’s monthly activity report.

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