JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 74396
Ministry: Children and Family Services
Location: Edmonton, AB (candidate must be based locally or willing to relocate)
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Pernanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: August 18, 2025
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment (PS3MA)
Salary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561.82 - $90,011.85/year)
A successful society is defined by its people and the opportunities available for them to participate fully and actively in all aspects of life and or their families. The Ministry of Children and Family Services focuses on early intervention, child development and delivering supports and services to children, youth and families. It works to ensure that children in Alberta have the tools they need to thrive in healthy families and communities. You can be part of helping us make a difference!
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QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Recruitment Standard: University graduation in a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.
Related education could be in Social Sciences, Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Anthropology, Communication, Cultural Studies, Economics, History, International Relations, Governance, etc.
Preference to be given to candidates with experience in a community-based organization, government, or non-profit organization conducting policy or legislative research, analysis, and development, and working with multiple internal and/or external stakeholders, including facilitation and consultation.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• In your application, include a cover letter outlining your experience that aligns with this position.
• In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience.
• Complete all pre-screening questions.
• Please be advised that your current supervisor and manager will be contacted as references.
• Candidates may be asked to complete a writing test as part of the interview process.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Are you experienced in government policy development and processes? Are you able to “see the big picture”? Do you have a passion for improving the lives of children, youth, and families through policy work? Do you believe in a holistic perspective towards the needs of Indigenous peoples and communities and in building and strengthening relationships? If so, we would like to hear from you.
The Indigenous Partnerships and Strategic Services Division (IPaSS) provides a range of supports to Children and Family Services, from coordination of strategic initiatives and policy and program reviews to strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities, leaders, and organizations to improve outcomes for Indigenous children and families. IPaSS also provides overall support to program and delivery divisions in advancing priorities to enhance programs and services to Alberta’s children, youth, and families.
The Policy Branch frames, shapes and coordinates strategic policy, legislation, and other ministry priorities, as well as leading, supporting and coordinating legislative review, and other cross-ministry review and initiatives. The branch also provides evidence-based research, coordination and integration services for the department.
Reporting to the Manager, Policy Capacity and Coordination, this position is responsible for supporting the coordination of the decision-making process for critical policy and legislative priorities for the ministry. The position also supports legislative and policy initiatives for the ministry by providing coordination support, jurisdictional scanning, and other research and policy analysis as required. This position provides support to Branch management and others to advance ministry, divisional and branch priorities as well as works with colleagues to build policy capacity. In addition, the role participates on internal and cross-ministry committees as required to support the alignment of cross-ministry policy and legislative initiatives.

ROLES RESPONSIBILITIES CONT’D

The Policy Analyst’s main responsibilities include:

• Provides policy coordination support to facilitate the decision-making process on matters relating to child and family policy
• Provides support on building policy capacity for the department.
• Conducts research and analysis, and supports other policy projects as directed
• Build collaborative relationships which are supported, maintained, fostered and enhanced.

The Policy Analyst’s work is done in collaboration with program delivery and corporate support portfolio divisions, cross ministry partners and other external partners as required. Leadership skills and abilities to develop networks will be required to help the Branch to establish and maintain relationships with key stakeholders. The Policy Analyst will benefit the branch with knowledge of project management and stakeholder engagement. Exceptional organization, writing, and communication skills are required to ensure success in this position.
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