Program Advisor

Job Information Job Title: Program Advisor Requisition ID: 77380 Ministry: Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Location: Northern Alberta (Peace River, Grande Prairie, Slave Lake, Fort McMurray or any location in the North of Alberta with a GOA Office building) Full or Part-Time: Full Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent/Temporary: Permanent Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: December 4, 2025 Classification: Program Services 4 Salary: $3,056.50 to $4,006.62 bi-weekly ($79,774 - $104,572/year) Role Responsibilities Build and maintain northern stakeholder relationships (businesses, academia, industry associations) to gather insights, identify issues, and explore partnership opportunities. Collect, analyse and share feedback to inform policy and program development, and to identify and address gaps and opportunities in northern economic development. Develop briefings, position papers, annual outcomes reports, background materials and other correspondence to ensure division executive and ministry representatives have appropriate input for decision making. Contribute to the effective delivery of the NADB program and explore potential northern development programs within JETI. Competencies Agility – maintain professionalism in approaches when working with various clients on differing issues and challenges in program delivery. Creative Problem Solving – demonstrate significant independence in identifying and solving issues faced by stakeholders. Systems Thinking – take a holistic and long-term view when working with stakeholders to provide support and compile feedback. Develop Networks – build and maintain a network of senior industry members and municipal representatives. Qualifications University graduation in a field related to the position assignment, supplemented by four years related experience, or equivalent. Directly related experience considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience or vice versa. Experience or significant exposure to issues and challenges of Northern Alberta. Knowledge of government policies, strategies and programs at both federal and provincial levels. Awareness of competitive jurisdiction policies and practices impacting retention and attraction of high-demand occupations to the north. Applied knowledge of strategies to develop relationships and protocols considering cultural and corporate norms. Additional Information This is a permanent full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Working location will be Northern Alberta (Peace River, Grande Prairie, Slave Lake, Fort McMurray, or any location in the North of Alberta with a GOA Office building). Applicants must submit a resume and cover letter that succinctly demonstrate their qualifications against the job requirements. Resumes must include precise employment dates (month and year). Final candidates may be asked to undergo an academic check, reference checks, security screening, written exercise, and/or assessment. Benefits and Opportunities Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) – https://www.pspp.ca Alberta Public Service Benefit Information – https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits Northern Allowance – eligibility and details: https://www.alberta.ca/premium-pay-directive.aspx Professional learning and development – https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca Positive workplace culture and work-life balance. Leadership and mentorship programs. How to Apply Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant competencies. Apply online: https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before To evaluate post‑secondary studies from outside Canada, obtain an assessment from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS): https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator. Include the IQAS assessment certificate or other education assessment service documentation in your application. We thank all applicants; only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. Applicants requiring accommodations can contact Gloria Ducharme at Gloria.Ducharme@gov.ab.ca. #J-18808-Ljbffr