Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
11 Jul, 25
Salary
6214.32
Posted On
04 Jun, 25
Experience
2 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Communication Skills, French, Preparation, It, Training, Conflict Resolution, Intergovernmental Affairs, Relationship Building, Analytical Skills, Presentations, Project Teams, Report Writing
Industry
Human Resources/HR
Competition # : 46047
Department: Labour, Skills and Immigration
Location: HALIFAX
Type of Employment: Term
Union Status: NSGEU - NSPG
Closing Date: 11-Jun-25 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
ABOUT US
The Department of Labour, Skills and Immigration works as a trusted partner to grow the population, develop our current and future workforce and foster inclusive, safe and fair workplaces. The includes welcoming people from across Canada and the world, helping people prepare for job opportunities and build the skills they need, promoting safe work environments, and helping employers and employees know their rights and responsibilities. We work together to create a future where everyone has an opportunity to thrive.
Nova Scotia is the provincial co-chair of the Forum of Labour Market Ministers (FLMM) and will act as the FLMM Secretariat from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2027. The FLMM is a neutral forum, composed of federal, provincial and territorial (F-P/T) Ministers responsible for labour market policies and programs. Established in 1983, the FLMM promotes discussion and cooperation between governments on pan-Canadian and regional labour market issues. The FLMM is co-chaired by Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) and a lead province or territory. ESDC’s co-chair role is permanent, while the co-chair role transfers to a new province or territory every two years. For more information, please visit About – FLMM-FMMT.
ABOUT OUR OPPORTUNITY
Are you seeking an opportunity to work with a dynamic team to influence policy development? If so, this is an exciting opportunity for you to explore. We take a “people first” approach with our team and our work and strive to build relationships based on kindness, respect and collaboration. Reporting to the Director of the FLMM Secretariat, the Senior Policy Analyst will lead policy research, analysis and communications within the FLMM Secretariat, by providing information to support federal / provincial / territorial discussions at senior levels. Working in a highly sensitive and confidential environment with a small team within an interprovincial forum, to lead and facilitate the work required to support intergovernmental cooperation. This work has a substantial communications component in addition to policy. Both the policy and communications work will require coordinating feedback from multiple jurisdictions, that will be obtained through participating in meetings and working groups.
PRIMARY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Key responsibilities include:
Providing advice on FLMM Secretariat organization processesFinancial forecasting for annual budget process
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
This may be the right opportunity for you if you value the concepts of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all areas of your work. You are a self-motivated individual who participates fully in a team environment where ideas and innovation are embraced. You have a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline, combined with 6 years of experience in a related role or an acceptable equivalent combination of training, education, and experience. You have excellent communication skills (oral and written), with experience in report writing, preparation of briefing materials, presentations and communications materials. You have the ability to organize and lead project teams and committees to achieve work objectives, with demonstrated conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities within critical timelines. Additionally, you will possess superior collaboration, relationship building and analytical skills and the ability to use sound judgement in dealing with confidential materials and situations
While not required, it is considered an asset if you have the following:
The above qualifications and competencies will be assessed using one or more of the following tools: written examination, standardized tests, oral presentations, interview(s), and reference checks.
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