Senior Policy Advisor to the Deputy Minister

at  Manitoba Government

SENIOR POLICY ADVISOR TO THE DEPUTY MINISTER

PM4 Planning and Program Analyst 4
Regular/full-time
Manitoba Indigenous Reconciliation Secretariat
Deputy Minister’s Office, Executive Counsel
Winnipeg MB
Advertisement Number: 43400
Salary(s): PM4 $81,213.00 - $106,027.00 per year
Closing Date: October 17, 2024
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
The Manitoba Indigenous Reconciliation Secretariat is seeking to fill the position of Senior Policy Advisor to the Deputy Minister.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must provide and maintain a satisfactory Criminal Record Check

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Post-secondary education in public administration, political studies, social sciences, Indigenous governance and/or law. A relevant combination of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Experience in policy analysis, strategic planning or program development
• Experience leading complex program/policy using strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Experience with interpreting legislation, government priorities and financial requirements to provide recommendations to support senior government decision makers. May include consideration of the Financial Administration Act (or other legislation), Throne Speech, Budget documents, General Manual of Administration, the Financial Administration Manual, and Treasury Board Guidelines
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly and concisely articulate complex information to a variety of stakeholders
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to conduct research, analysis and provide recommendations on a variety of issues, including the relevance and impact of government policies
• Political acumen demonstrated through experience providing strategic advice to senior leaders on complex and sensitive issues
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative using strong decision-making skills to make sound judgements
• Superior interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish trust and maintain productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure to advance multiple competing priorities to meet workload demands and deadlines

Duties:
Reporting to the Deputy Minister, the Senior Policy Advisor responds to urgent requests from the Premier, Minister, Deputy Minister and the Department. The Senior Policy Advisor participates in departmental projects and activities and undertakes research, policy analysis on specified issues and coordination support as assigned by the Deputy Minister on issues of cross-divisional and cross-departmental nature, which promote Indigenous nationhood and advance government’s commitment to truth and reconciliation.

Please refer the Job description for details