Ft Policy Analyst

**_All Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries employees may apply. _**_Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries is committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. We strive to hire a workforce that reflects the community we serve. Employment equity will be considered therefore applicants who identify as women, Indigenous people, members of racialized groups, and persons with a disability are encouraged to apply. _**

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**Job Purpose**:

- Reporting to the Manager, Policy and Regulatory Compliance, the Policy Analyst supports and guides business units in the development and maintenance of their policies, standards, and procedures. The responsibilities include research, analysis, writing, and ensuring consistency of policies, standards, and procedures within Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries, and compliance with regulatory bodies.

**Responsibilities**:

- Research, develop, and distribute corporate policies, standards, and procedures that help to support the organization’s overall business direction.
- Conduct risk assessment analysis and continuous improvements to policies, standards, and procedures to mitigate risk and enhance business processes.
- Support projects with guidance in disseminating appropriate documentation needed to implement overall strategies.
- Provide department management with support in designing/revising programs and determine policy position and solutions.
- Consult with internal and external partners to ensure inclusion of relevant factors.
- Effectively communicate with various levels of staff and management to achieve consensus.
- Review documentation to ensure consistency between Manitoba Liquor & Lotteries locations and departments.
- Assist management with the development of documentation that guarantees the continuous operation of the business function(s) in the event of a long-term disruption.
- Monitor trends and emerging issues.
- Provide impartial and objective advice.
- Obtain appropriate approvals for finalized documents.
- Coordinate the publication and maintenance of all developed documents.
- Maintain all documentation with appropriate retention periods.
- Performs other duties as assigned.

**Primary Qualifications**:

- A diploma or degree in business administration or related discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- A minimum of two years related work experience in policy and procedure development.
- Specific training in technical writing, policy and procedure development, business process, audit/risk assessment, and project management or equivalent training.
- Effective time management skills with the ability to multi-task, adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
- A certificate in Project Management is an asset.
- Previous experience in the gaming and or liquor industries is a definite asset.
- Intermediate skills in using Adobe Acrobat is an asset.
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Visio is an asset.

**Secondary Qualifications**:

- Bilingual (French/English) language skills.

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**Work/Life Balance and Wellness**
- **Discretionary Time**: Up to 10 paid discretionary leave days per year, depending on bargaining unit. Employees can carry forward discretionary leave days each year for a total of up to 50 days.
- **Hybrid Work Model**: Remote/Office work for eligible positions.
- **Flex Time**: Flexible shifts and work hours for eligible positions.
- **Maternity and Parental Leave**: Top-up of E.I. maternity leave benefits to 93% of employee’s basic earnings for 17 weeks.
- **Fitness Allowance Reimbursement, depending on bargaining unit**: Up to $250 per year that can be used to cover gym memberships, fitness equipment, and more.
- **Computer Purchase /Fitness Purchase Program**: Interest free loans for employees purchasing computer equipment to increase computer literacy, learning, and professional growth, or to purchase fitness equipment for personal health and wellness.
- **Diversity and Inclusion**: Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is made up of employees from across the organization who are passionate about bringing diversity and inclusion to life.
- **The Together Project**: At Liquor & Lotteries, Caring is part of our corporate culture - we care for each other, our partners, and our community The Together Project represents the charitable efforts of the corporation and its employees working together to enrich the lives of Manitobans. Employee charitable activities are eligible for reward benefits.

**Vacation**
- Accrue up to 10 paid vacation days per year during the first 2 years of employment.
- Accrue 15 paid vacation days per year after 3 years of employment.
- Accrue 20 paid vacation days per year after 5 years of employment.
- Accrue 25 paid va