Social Policy

3 weeks ago

Sherwood Park, Canada Strathcona County Full time

As the Social Policy and Innovation Analyst, you will develop innovative approaches, strategies, concepts, engagement plans and public policy that address complex social issues and support implementation of the Strathcona County Social Framework and Community Safety and Well-being Strategy. Using new ways of thinking and working together, you will collaborate with internal and external partners to build initiatives responding to emerging needs in the community. In this role, you will challenge mental models, explore community connection and facilitate social change.

**This posting is for 1 temporary full-time position up to 12 months
**Responsibilities**:

- Support the Social Framework and Community Safety and Well-being policy agenda by engaging and collaborating with community partners
- Identify and develop tools, methods and processes to engage the community and inform policy Develop strong internal capacity for the delivery of social initiatives in support of the team, branch and department
- Lead and support the development of social policy in a complex environment with changing issues and priorities
- Undertake research and summarize findings to inform policy and shared learning
- Design and implement evaluation of programs and projects
- Prepare discussion papers, briefings and advice for senior leadership on strategic policy and related initiatives Prepare briefings and reports, collaborate and network, and plan for and manage multiple concurrent initiatives

**Qualifications and Skills**
- Bachelor's degree in the human services field or social sciences including political sciences, human ecology, anthropology, sociology, psychology or related field with a minimum of four years relevant experience
- Ability to build collaborative processes and foster strong relationships with partners and stakeholders
- Strong facilitation skills with the ability to cultivate a diverse environment for the exchange of ideas
- Experience working with multiple methods to develop collaborative processes
- Strong leadership, collaboration skills and teamwork orientation with a commitment to work in an ethical, accountable and effective manner
- Strong conceptual, analytical and problem-solving skills along with strong political acumen
- Knowledge of project management methods and the ability to support a project from conception through to implementation
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
- Experience in a policy related field across a range of areas including non-profit, government and community
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a variety of mediums
- Ability to navigate complex municipal government structures and processes Strong knowledge of approaches to policy development

**Conditions of Employment**

Submission of a Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check

**Who we are**:
Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, fairness, and cooperation.

**Why Join Strathcona County**:(depending on position)
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

- Extended health and dental coverage
- Health and wellness spending account
- Life and disability insurance and critical illness programs
- Retirement and pension programs
- Paid and unpaid leave programs
- Earned day off program
- Employee and family assistance program
- Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities. Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace.

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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