Policy and Issues Analyst

at  Yukon Government

THIS POSTING

This posting will be used to fill 1(one) term full-time position working 75 bi-weekly. It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.
This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Essential qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• A degree in Political or Social Sciences, English, Communications, Public Policy, or Public Administration, or related field;
• Experience developing a variety of written content for the public and senior management.
• Experience providing policy support, analysis and expertise to senior levels of leadership; and
• Experience researching, compiling, and synthesizing information to provide evidence-based recommendations.

It may be helpful for you to review “Prepare your resume and cover letter”.
Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:

• Ability to think critically, analyze a broad variety of policy projects or research areas, and make reasoned recommendations;
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written;
• Ability to write clear, concise documents on complex issues;
• Ability to work with multiple files and meet deadlines on a daily basis;
• Strong organization/project management skills, including the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects/priorities, and meet deadlines;
• Ability to develop policy related products;
• Ability to address client needs, interests and priorities;
• Ability to establish successful partnerships through collaboration and cooperation with people with diverse and conflicting interests;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Ability to work well independently and within a team environment under pressure.

It may be helpful for you to review “The job interview process”.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• This position involves working in an office environment; occasional travel may be required; willing to work occasional early evenings.

• For more information on this job, please contact Judy Booth, Manager, Issues Management Unit at 867-332-4423 or JJudy.Booth@yukon.ca
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Tiara Teresa, HR Consultant at 867- 332-7412 or Tiara.Teresa@yukon.c