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Senior Policy Analyst

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Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Government of Nova Scotia Full time
About Our Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Policy Analyst to join our team at the Government of Nova Scotia. As a key member of our policy development team, you will play a critical role in developing, implementing, and evaluating policies that support the government's priorities and goals.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on complex policy issues, including the preparation of reports, presentations, and briefing notes.
  • Develop and implement policy initiatives that are strategically aligned with government priorities and legislation.
  • Engage with stakeholders and conduct policy reviews on departmental issues.
  • Prepare complex submissions to Executive Council and the Finance and Treasury Board.
  • Provide policy advice and assure quality control of divisional briefing materials and Briefing Binders for the Minister, Deputy, and Premier.
  • Represent the department on provincial and national working groups and/or committees in support of the departmental goals and objectives.
Qualifications and Experience

We are looking for a candidate with a university degree in a relevant discipline, such as public administration or the social sciences, and several years of research and policy experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

The ideal candidate will have experience in policy research and analysis, policy development and delivery, project management, report writing, and facilitation. They will also have expert knowledge of research methods and the ability to coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to achieve deliverables.

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with excellent facilitation and communication skills, both verbal and written. The candidate will be able to partner collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve common goals, apply the concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and demonstrate strong planning, organizational, and administrative skills.

What We Offer

We offer a dynamic and client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus. Our employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies, and we are committed to career development and ongoing training for every stage of your career.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons, Persons with Disabilities, and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.