Senior Policy Analyst

PM3 Planning and Program Analyst 3

Regular/full-time

Indigenous Reconciliation and Northern Relations

Policy and Strategic Initiatives

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 36879

Salary(s):   PM3 $65,288.00 - $82,064.00 per year

Closing Date:   March 22, 2021

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 Policy and Strategic Initiatives Branch is responsible for the management of Indigenous policy issues, the provision of timely, practical and effective advice on a wide variety of Indigenous and northern issues as they relate to the Manitoba Government and the implementation of various strategic initiatives related to the Indigenous Relations portfolio.  

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Master's degree in the social sciences, public administration or a related discipline and related experience. Equivalent combination of education and related experience may also be considered
• Excellent written communication skills including the ability to prepare briefing materials, speaking notes, ministerial correspondence and discussion papers
• Experience working with Canadian Indigenous, northern, and remote communities including knowledge of Indigenous history, governance, culture and perspectives
• Extensive knowledge of Indigenous histories, cultures and perspectives with the ability to identify and correlate current issues and event, and their importance for reconciliation with Canadian Indigenous peoples
• Experience working on Canadian Indigenous and northern issues with various stakeholders.
• Knowledge in planning, developing, implementing and assessing policies and programs with Indigenous communities, organizations and peoples aimed at improving the lives of Canadian Indigenous peoples
• Comprehensive analytical and research skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills for the purpose of communicating information of varying complexities to a variety of audiences
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the abilities to build and maintain positive working relationships in a team setting, and with internal and external stakeholders
• Highly developed political acumen that includes experience in managing politically sensitive situations through the use of diplomacy and tact
• The ability to work with a high degree of independence under minimal supervision

Desired:

• Strong leadership skills, including the ability to guide and influence the work of both internal and external groups and organizations

Duties:
Reporting to the Manager of Policy and Strategic Initiatives, the Policy Analyst will be responsible for supporting government on policy and program matters and managing Indigenous-related issues as they arise. This includes preparing position papers, submissions, reports and other written materials for consideration by senior government officials for decision making purposes. The policy analyst will also participate in the planning and development of program and policy initiatives that enhances and promotes the well-being of Indigenous and northern Manitobans.

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We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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