Public Policy Analyst- Public Health

7 days ago

Dartmouth, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About the Opportunity

The Public Policy Analyst, Healthy Communities, Science and System Performance (SSP) supports the development of healthy communities through in-depth policy analysis, understanding of the context and factors influencing policy decisions, and developing policy tools including discussion papers, reviews, and briefing notes. The Public Policy Analyst brings expertise in public policy methods, processes, and tools. The Policy Analyst contributes to the development of system and program performance measures and accountability frameworks for the healthy communities' program.

The Public Policy Analyst works in collaboration with colleagues in Public Health and government colleagues at multiple levels. They work with multiple partners to influence policy decisions through the analysis of qualitative and quantitative data, local community factors, and other forms of evidence. They work with others to develop tools such as health impact assessment, and monitoring and reporting of policy action.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following:

  • Masters in public health, health promotion or other relevant field with 3-5 years relevant experience OR Baccalaureate degree in health promotion, sociology or other relevant field with 5-7 years relevant experience
  • Experience in the development of tools and processes such as health impact analysis, indicator and monitoring tools, advocacy policy and frameworks.
  • Experience conducting literature reviews and appraisal and synthesis of research to inform practice.
  • Experience in public policy development and analysis at municipal, provincial or national level.
  • Experience working with qualitative and quantitative data, including appropriate communications methods for policy decisions.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret statistical and qualitative data and performance indicators and benchmarks.
  • Excellent communication skills, with adaptability for different stakeholders, audiences and tools.
  • Experience in building strategic partnerships, networks, coalitions, and collaborative working relationships with a variety of internal and external partners.
  • Demonstrated judgment, decision making, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent time management skills, including priority setting and work organization.
  • Demonstrated high standards of ethics, integrity, respect and accountability.
  • Competencies in other languages an asset; French preferred
  • Successful Applicants are required to provide a criminal record check (including Vulnerable Sector Search) to People Services before starting employment and assume any additional costs as a condition of employment.

Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.

Hours
  • Temporary Full-Time; 70 Hours Bi-weekly
  • Starting as soon as possible; 18 month-term
  • Location and zone flexible within the province.
Compensation and Incentives

$35.81- $46.55 Hourly

Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. (Permanent Long Assignments Only)


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