Policy Analyst

4 months ago

Halifax, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time

About Us


African Nova Scotian Affairs (ANSA) is a vital link that connects government and the African Nova Scotian community. ANSA promotes understanding of African Nova Scotian issues; draws attention to the priorities that matter to communities; and supports concerns that need be addressed. These efforts are essential to help government better serve African Nova Scotians.

About Our Opportunity


The Policy Analyst will work on a variety of specialized and complex policy projects including policy development, implementation, evaluation and monitoring and issues management to advance the strategic direction of African Nova Scotian Affairs Scotians. As the successful candidate, you will be responsible for providing ANSA with leadership in research, evaluation and policy analysis for the development, evaluation and monitoring of evidence-based policies, programs, and standards. Your work will inform the planning, budgeting, decision-making, and accountability functions of ANSA.

As the successful candidate, you will initiate and lead ANSA research, evaluation and policy initiatives, and represent ANSA on committees related to policy and research. You will provide advice to management regarding the performance and evaluation of ANSA’s programs/services.

Primary Accountabilities

In this position, duties include:

Initiating and conducting policy research, including environmental scanning, jurisdictional and literature reviews, best practices research, etc. to support the development of policy options and recommendations on a wide range of public policy issues Supporting ANSA initiatives that will advance the strategic direction of ANSA and improve the lives of African Nova Scotians. This will involve but not limited to analysis of information, preparation of findings/results Supporting the office of the Deputy Minister and Minister through synthesis of information, the preparation of various reports, correspondences, briefing materials etc., and the development of tools, conceptual designs, charts. Etc. Facilitating and supporting ANSA’s planning and reporting mechanisms, including supporting business planning, and accountability reporting, tracking and reporting initiatives Coordinating and supporting the drafting of briefing books to assist the Deputy Minister and Minister during the sitting of the legislature Ensuring comprehensive and timely responses to requests for input into ANSA/CCTH and government-wide initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience


To be successful in this role you have a Bachelors' degree in a related discipline, involving policy, research methods, project management etc. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered. In addition, you will have:

Thorough knowledge and experience in policy development, strategic planning, program evaluation and research methodologies Knowledge of African Nova Scotians issues and the Office of African Nova Scotian Affairs legislated mandate Knowledge and experience in government decision-making processes Strong interpersonal, collaboration and relationship building skills Strong coordination and organization skills Well-developed ability to think independently and conceptually Strong analytical and critical thinking skills Strong computer skills in variety of software applications such as Microsoft Office


We may assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.

Equivalency


Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Benefits


Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan, Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings, click here: Benefits for government employees.

What We Offer

Career development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career Engaging workplace: our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in, we have forward-thinking policies and strategies Countless career paths Department specific flexible working schedules Pay Grade: PR 13 Salary Range:  $2,;- $3,;Bi-Weekly

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