Policy Strategist

4 months ago

Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Finance and Treasury Board

**Location**:HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**:Permanent

**Union Status**:Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

**Closing Date**:18-Aug-23 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
At the Department of Finance and Treasury Board we strive to provide financial leadership, analysis and policies that strengthen Nova Scotia. As stewards of the province’s financial affairs, we deliver a wide range of corporate fiscal and management services - including the preparation of the provincial budget - as well as ensure government plans are coordinated and fiscally responsible.

**About Our Opportunity**:
The Nova Scotia Department of Finance & Treasury Board is seeking an experienced professional to fill a key position in its Taxation and Federal Fiscal Relations Division. Reporting to the Director, the Policy Strategist will be accountable for leading and managing a team of highly skilled staff.

The Policy Strategist leads a team undertaking strategic analysis, data management, revenue forecasting, and reviews of major revenue sources (taxes, federal transfers, and tax rebates). The Policy Strategist advises the department and government of the impact that revenues have on fiscal planning, policy coherence and economic objectives. The Policy Strategist will also represent provincial interests on federal-provincial-territorial committees

The Policy Strategist is responsible for developing policy options to assist with Ministerial and Executive Council decision making, as well as working cooperatively with other departments to ensure that economic policies and tax/revenue instruments are aligned with government priorities and obligations.

**About You**:
This may be the right opportunity for you if you have a university degree in a related discipline (Economics, Statistics or Business Administration) along with seven years of related experience; or a Masters/post-graduate designation in a relevant discipline (e.g. economics, business administration, finance, accounting, statistics or law) plus a minimum of three years of related experience or an acceptable combination of education and experience.

You possess exceptional communication skills (written and verbal) with a proven ability to build and maintain relationships. You have a strong attention to detail, with a demonstrated history of providing accurate information and sound fiscal advice.

You are a highly motivated self-starter with the ability to build strong and collaborative team dynamics and look strategically forward on issues. Strong presentation skills are essential to tailor deliverables for both technical and non-technical audiences and you have an understanding of tax and fiscal policy issues in the public sector.

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

**Equivalency**:
**Benefits**:
Based on the employment status and union agreement, the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as Health, Dental, Life Insurance, Pension, General Illness (Short and Long Term), Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. Click here to learn more about our various benefits offerings and eligibility criteria.

**Additional Information**:
This is a permanent employment opportunity.

**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

**Pay Grade**:_ _EC 13

**Salary Range**:_ _$3,918.14 - $4,897.66 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:
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