Program Policy Analyst

4 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Education & Early Childhood Development

**Location**:HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**:Term

**Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**:6/23/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development is leading the transformation of the early years and public education system in Nova Scotia. We are doing this by designing an innovative curriculum, facilitating excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring an inclusive education experience, and working closely with our partners in education. This department is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of early learning and child care and public education in the province by supporting children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success in a progressive and responsive policy environment.

**About Our Opportunity**:
Reporting to the Manager, Program Research and Innovation, the Program Policy Analyst will be responsible for the research, development, evaluation and monitoring of programs and policies within the Early Learning and Child Care division.

**Primary Accountabilities**:

- Undertakes research, develops and analyses programs, policies, and internal processes, to make recommendations on issues, policies or programs that inform decision making by senior management.
- Works with the department’s Corporate Policy team to support the development of submissions to Executive Council and Finance and Treasury Board.
- Consults with key partners to ensure sound program and policy development in alignment with departmental priorities, government objectives, and needs of the sector.
- Provides advice on the development, implementation and administration of various programs, policies, and services, including developing briefing materials for senior executives.
- Collects, interprets, and analyzes information and data to identify trends and needs to evaluate, improve and report on program and process effectiveness.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
As the successful applicant you are required to possess the following qualifications and experience:

- A bachelor’s degree and seven (7) years of related experience. An equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in research methods, coordination of multi-disciplinary teams to assist in the identification and analysis of program options, conducting jurisdictional scans, policy analysis, evaluation methodologies, and consultation with internal and external partners to inform decision making.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, diplomacy, and conflict resolution skills are required.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills and the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external partners.
- Strong data collection, management, analysis and reporting skills.

Assets considered for this position:
- Working knowledge of programs and services offered by the Early Learning and Child Care Branch, Department of Education and Early Childhood Development, and current legislation, regulations, and policies

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

**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 offering and eligibility criteria.

**Working Conditions**:

- Work in a comfortable office setting.
- Periodic travel to other locations within the province may be required, along with having a valid Nova Scotia driver’s license.
- Your normal work week is 35 hours/week, 7 hours/day.

**Additional Information**:
**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 15

**Salary Range**: $2,746.69 - $3,348.16 Bi-Weekly

**Employment Equity Statement**:

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