Opportunities Senior Policy Analyst, Gender Based Violence

The Department of Justice is responsible for the administration of justice and for promoting access to justice and the safety and security of Nova Scotians through justice-related programs services and initiatives. We are guided by the principles of preventative and restorative justice in fulfilling our mandate. Our efforts to promote safety security and access to justice for Nova Scotians span all areas of the Department and include programs and services that assist vulnerable people including Indigenous Nova Scotians African-Nova Scotians and Nova Scotians with disabilities.

To accomplish its mandate the Department provides services through seven core business areas: Public Safety and Security; Court Services and Sheriff Services; Correctional Services; Maintenance Enforcement and Victim Services; Accessibility Directorate; Restorative Initiatives Unit; and Legal Services to Government. For more information on the Department of Justice please visit our website: Our Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of the Gender Based Violence Division Department of Justice as Senior Policy Analyst you develop implement evaluate and make recommendations on policy for the department of Justice on the complex policy initiatives that advance Nova Scotias response to gender-based violence.

In this role you will support the development implementation and evaluation of policy legislative and regulatory initiatives that are implementation-ready equity-informed and aligned with government priorities and operational realities. You will work closely with interdepartmental partners community and system partners to support cross-government reform initiatives including work associated with the Ministers Table on Gender-Based Violence and other divisional priority initiatives.

This position requires strong professional judgment systems thinking and the ability to navigate sensitive high-impact policy issues within a complex and evolving environment.

As the Senior Policy Analyst you will:

• Conduct advanced research analysis measurement and evaluation on complex policy issues related to gender-based violence justice system capacity service delivery and public safety. This includes the preparation of reports presentations briefing notes and submissions.
• Develop and submit policy options and recommendations that consider legal fiscal operational and equity impacts as well as input from consultations and engagement processes.
• Lead and support policy initiatives from concept through implementation including the development of frameworks performance measures and governance approaches.
• Identify and apply innovative methodologies digital solutions and modern analytical tools to strengthen policy development evidence-informed decision-making reporting and service delivery planning.
• Prepare high-quality briefing materials reports presentations and submissions for senior leadership Ministers and central agencies (e.g. Executive Council Finance and Treasury Board).
• Provide strategic advice on policy trade-offs risks system impacts and interdependencies across government mandates.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners to support coordinated whole-of-government approaches to complex system challenges.
• Represent the Department on interdepartmental intergovernmental and sectoral working groups related to gender-based violence and justice system reform.
• Contribute to accountability reporting and planning processes including outcome tracking and performance reporting.
• Develop and participate in briefings and presentations to support Senior Leadership.
• Provide leadership in the developmental of long-term strategic plans to address critical issues and to contribute to the planning of the divisions legislative priorities. This includes promoting broad dialogue among stakeholders to address key issues; undertaking environmental scanning to identify emerging trends; researching best practices; and promoting involvement by staff in the identification of strategies.
  

You hold a university degree in a relevant discipline such as public administration social sciences law or a related field along with several years of progressively responsible experience in policy research analysis and development. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

You bring experience in several of the following areas:

Policy research analysis and development
Legislative and regulatory analysis
Project management and/or coordination
Briefing and report writing
Stakeholder engagement and interdepartmental collaboration
Experience working with Gender Based Violence initiatives

As the successful candidate you ideally bring extensive experience in both gender-based violence (GBV) and policy development enabling you to effectively lead and inform evidence-based policy initiatives in this critical area. Your expertise will be central to shaping analyzing and advancing policies and strategies that prevent and respond to GBV while meeting the criteria outlined above. You possess a deep and nuanced understanding of the complex systemic nature of GBV and its far-reaching impacts on individuals families and communities. With a strong commitment to equity and inclusion you are dedicated to translating your GBV knowledge into impactful policy solutions that drive meaningful and sustained change.

This position requires expert knowledge of research methods as well as the ability to co-ordinate multi-disciplinary teams to achieve deliverables.

You demonstrate strong analytical and critical-thinking skills excellent written and verbal communication abilities and the capacity to manage multiple complex files simultaneously. You approach your work with sound judgment discretion and a commitment to equity diversity and inclusion particularly when working on sensitive or high-impact issues.

In addition you are highly motivated and you have excellent facilitation and communication skills (both verbal and written). Partnering collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve common goals you apply the concepts of equity diversity and inclusion. Strong planning organizational and administrative skills are important in setting priorities meeting deadlines and managing multiple assignments. You also have strong critical thinking analytical and problem-solving skills.

The following competencies are important for this position: Conceptual Thinking Strategic Orientation Outcome Focus Initiative Effective Interactive Communication Partnering and Relationship Building Intercultural and Diversity Proficiency.

We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination standardized tests oral presentations interview(s) and reference checks.

Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Based on the employment status the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan Health Dental Life Insurance General illness Short and Long Term Disability Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings click here: Benefits for government employees.

• Normal work week is 35 hours/week 7 hours/day
• Some overtime work required
• Dynamic continuously evolving work environment
  

This is a permanent full-time employment opportunity located in Halifax NS.

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance tools resources and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
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