Senior Strategic Policy Analyst

at  Government of Saskatchewan

Senior Strategic Policy Analyst - RES007521
Employment Type: Permanent Full-time
Location(s): SK-Rgna-Regina
Ministry: 026 Environment
Salary Range: $44.410-$55.654 Hourly
Grade: SGEU.12.
Are you a policy expert with a passion for environmental sustainability? Do you excel in a collaborative work environment? If this sounds like you, join us as a Senior Strategic Policy Analyst and make a meaningful impact on the ministry’s work to support a healthy environment.

ABOUT US:

The Ministry of Environment’s role is to manage the health of Saskatchewan’s environment in a responsible manner that supports sustainable growth through objective, transparent and informed decision-making and stewardship. We provide objective, evidence-based advice to decision-makers and deliver programs in a fair, impartial manner aligned with government directed policy. We are dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Senior Strategic Policy Analyst, you will play a vital role in developing and implementing forward-thinking environmental policies that align with Saskatchewan’s economic, social, and ecological goals. Working in the Ministry of Environment, you will collaborate with a talented, cross-functional team to help address complex policy challenges. This position is not only about analysis — it’s about leadership, innovation and crafting policy solutions that drive sustainable change.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic Policy: Lead the development of strategic policies that support the work of sustainability, conservation, transparent regulation and climate resilience in Saskatchewan.
Intergovernmental Coordination and Issues Identification: Provide leadership, advice, coordination and strategic analysis on the ministry’s FPT work, making recommendations and briefing senior leadership.
Research and Analysis: Conduct in-depth research and analytical expertise to evaluate current policies, forecast trends, risk analysis and identify areas for improvement.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with government partners, industry stakeholders and Indigenous communities to contribute to the ministry’s engagement work.
Advisory and Support: Provide high-level advice and expertise to senior management, contributing to sound policy decision-making and ensuring alignment with provincial priorities.
Project Management: Oversee policy projects from conception to implementation, ensuring alignment with ministry priorities and goals are being met.