Issues Strategist

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As an Issues Strategist, you will develop and implement strategic approaches, plans and policies to address emerging issues in collaboration with internal and external partners. You will report to the Manager of Issues and Opportunities and work as a team member in the City Administrator's Office. The Chief Administrative Officer is responsible to the Mayor and Council for the efficient, effective and sustainable administration of our municipal government. The Issues and Opportunities team works under the direction of the Chief of Staff, Chief Administrative Officer, and the Executive Leadership Team. You are a self-motivated strategic thinker with a keen sense of political acumen and sensitivity. You will also have experience in analyzing complex issues and enabling innovative approaches to problem solving. Primary responsibilities will include:

- Collaborate across the Chief Administrative Officer and with other business units, community-based agencies, other government partners and citizens to develop comprehensive issues strategies.
- Act as a resource by providing informed opinions based on research, best practice, and engagement.
- Lead groups with diverse interests and agendas toward common outcomes, including related Council and community advisory committees.
- Respond to emerging issues identified by Council or Administration.

**Qualifications**
- A degree in Political Science, Public Administration or a related field and at least 7 years' experience in the areas of policy and program development, systems planning, project management, community development and/or government/partner relations OR
- A master's degree in Political Science, Public Administration or a related field and at least 5 years' experience in the areas of policy and program development, systems planning, project management, community development and/or government/partner relations.
- Intermediate proficiency using Microsoft programs (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is an asset.
- Understanding of complex community and social issues is an asset.
- Strong communication skills, including presentation and group facilitation.
- Demonstrated strategic thinking, adaptability, political acumen, and project management skills.
- Ability to think creatively to solve complex problems.
- Demonstrated ability to engage effectively with diverse partners.

**Pre-employment Requirements**
- Applicants will be tested for appropriate skills.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.
- Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Chief Administrator's Office

Position Type: 1 Permanent
Location: 800 Macleod Trail S.E.

Compensation: Pay Grade 13 $49.32- $66.00 per hour
Days of Work: This position typically works a 5 day
work week, with 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Job ID #: 312025