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Policy Analyst

4 weeks ago

Halifax, Canada Province of Nova Scotia Full time

**Department**:Education & Early Childhood Development

**Location**:HALIFAX

**Type of Employment**:Permanent

**Union Status**:NSGEU - NSPG

**Closing Date**:7/14/2023 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

**About Us**:
The Department of Education and Early Childhood Development (EECD) is responsible for children's education, including early years, and primary to grade 12 in English and French in public schools across the province.

EECD 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 will provide children, students, and families with a strong foundation for success. EECD is a perfect fit for those that want to be part of the future of public education in the province by supporting student learning in a progressive and responsive policy environment.

For more information on EECD, please visit our website here.

**About Our Opportunity**:
Reporting to the Manager of Policy, the Policy Analyst is responsible for policy development, policy analysis, strategic planning, and corporate reporting.

The Policy Analyst works with provincial and intergovernmental education stakeholders and may represent the department on interdepartmental and intergovernmental initiatives. The Policy Analyst supports the department's corporate preparation of the annual business plan and accountability report.

**Primary Accountabilities**:
The Policy Analyst is responsible for:

- Developing and evaluating policy options and related background material.
- Supporting the legislative process, including preparation of submissions to Executive Council.
- Supporting corporate planning and reporting processes.
- Preparing reports, briefing books and responses relating to education issues in Nova Scotia.
- Participating in and/or leading work groups on specific policy issues.
- Working within a team to coordinate partner consultations and other public meetings.
- Prepares briefing notes and correspondence for senior departmental staff on a wide range of matters related to EECD's mandate.

**Qualifications and Experience**:
You will have graduated from a recognized university with a Bachelor's degree in a related field plus a minimum of six (6) years' related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

In addition, you will have:

- Knowledge of the public policy development process and experience in policy analysis;
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal);
- Demonstrated experience in report writing and preparation of briefing materials;
- Demonstrated ability to build collaborative working relationships; and
- Computer skills, including proficiency in software packages such as Microsoft Office, including Microsoft SharePoint and Microsoft Teams.

The following are considered assets:

- Knowledge of structure, processes, and key players in government, as well as knowledge and/or experience within the Nova Scotia legislative environment;
- Familiarity with legislation which falls under the EECD mandate;
- Understanding of the provincial education system; and
- Bilingualism (English and French).

We will assess the above qualifications using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, 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.

**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 for Nova Scotians
- 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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