Policy Assistant

3 weeks ago


Halifax, Canada Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists Full time

The Nova Scotia College of Pharmacists (NSCP) is seeking a Policy Assistant to join its highly motivated and skilled staff team. This is a summer student position. The Policy Assistant will provide policy analysis and research support to the Director of Policy and Registrations related to pharmacy practice in Nova Scotia. This position starts in May (start date negotiable) and ends no later than August 30, 2024.

The NSCP is the regulatory authority for the practice of pharmacy in Nova Scotia with a mandate to protect and promote the public’s health interest. The NSCP registers and licenses pharmacy professionals and pharmacies, sets the standards of practice for pharmacy professionals, establishes quality assurance programs, and investigates and addresses complaints and concerns related to pharmacies and pharmacy professionals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As the successful applicant, you will be responsible for conducting primary research and environmental scans, developing evidence syntheses, and preparing written reports to support NSCP operations and strategic initiatives. You will be responsible for supporting governance and policy work related to the implementation of the new Regulated Health Professions Act, including the analysis of information obtained through legislation and literature reviews and cross-jurisdictional research. Additionally, you will provide concise, evidence-informed briefing notes to support the work of the NSCP Council and will assist in the development of NSCP’s communications in response to key public health issues.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS

our mandate of promoting the health and well-being of the public. Competence in Microsoft Office is required and experience with G Suite is considered an asset. Previous policy, law and/or research experience is also considered an asset.

This position requires work to be completed primarily in person at the NSCP’s office located at 1801 Hollis St in Halifax.

**Job Type**: Seasonal
Contract length: 3 months

**Salary**: $26.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 2024-04-15



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