Consultation Program Policy Analyst

**Consultation Program Policy Analyst**

**Location**: 11738 Kingsway Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta

**Position Status**: Full Time (40 hrs per week), Permanent

**Key Responsibilities**
- Assist in the development, execution, and analysis of policy review, including data collection and analysis, data reporting and presentation, community education and engagement, policy development, and GIS map creation.
- Examine the efficacy of existing policies, review and amend policy drafts, and provide suggestions to improve existing policies.
- Ensure that data and policies are thoroughly reviewed for accuracy and reflect Métis perspectives and experiences.
- Assist the maintenance, updating, and management of information databases.
- Work collaboratively with Consultation team members and update the Consultation Program Manager on policy review and projects, as required.
- Assist in the preparation of analysis or program tracking reports using standard software such as Excel, Word, Access, or other software as required.
- Compile tables, charts, graphs, and other necessary resources for reports and documents.
- Prepare, review, and edit internal and external correspondence including, but not limited to, letters, reports, and documents.
- Attend and support community engagement and citizen education sessions.
- Support other Otipemisiwak Métis Government Consultation initiatives and perform other duties as required or assigned.

**Skills and Competencies***
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to establish strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders and partners.
- Strong cultural sensitivity and ability to work well and build relationships with diverse community members and Elders.
- Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential and politically sensitive information. Strong political sensitivity is required.
- Culturally sensitive and compassionate.
- Ability to build relationships with diverse audiences.
- Self-starter with the ability to work independently or in a team setting.
- Ability to produce professional documents, reports, and presentations.
- Ability to remain organized, multi-task, and manage time effectively under tight and competing deadlines.
- Flexible and adaptable to work in a diverse and fast paced environment.
- Strong computer skills with aptitude for using new software.
- Ability to identify and respond to sensitive and complex community, organizational, and political issues, concerns, and needs.
- A proven track record of building collaborative partnerships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders, including government, industry, service providers, and community.
- Resourceful, proactive, and results driven.
- Receptive to constructive feedback, committed to continuous improvement, and aligns personal development with overarching team objectives.
- An in-depth knowledge of federal and provincial Indigenous consultation requirements is an asset.
- Knowledge of Métis history, culture, and issues affecting Métis people. An in-depth understanding of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government and Métis culture, people, and values is an asset.

**Qualifications**
- Post-secondary Degree in Environmental Sciences, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, International Relations, or related field
- Two (2) years of relevant experience. A combination of equivalent education and experience will be considered.
- Policy and/or environmental background/experience is an asset.
- Experience or training in managing databases and working with large datasets is an asset.
- Experience with GIS software is an asset.
- Experience working with Indigenous communities is an asset.

**Other Requirements**
- Ability to work in-office in Edmonton, Alberta.
- Ability to work a regular schedule of Monday to Friday 8:30 - 4:30, as well as occasional evenings and weekends.
- Ability to travel throughout Alberta, on occasion.
- Reliable transportation and valid Class 5 driver’s license.

**What We Offer***
- An opportunity to work for the newly ratified Otipemisiwak Métis Government and be a part of the largest Indigenous Government in Canada.
- An opportunity to learn about Métis culture, history, and art.
- Meaningful work in a fun and supportive work environment.
- Training and professional development opportunities.
- A comprehensive benefit package and employer contributions to Pension Plan.
- Generous time off policies.
- The_ _Otipemisiwak Métis Government _th_anks all applicants for their interest. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. No phone calls please_.