Intergovernmental Relations Analyst
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30+ days ago
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Job Summary
Job Information
Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS) provides supports for seniors families and communities and helps Albertans access disability services continuing care financial supports affordable housing services for the homeless and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances experiences and strengths of individuals and families. For more information on the ALSS Ministry please visit: Housing Division within Assisted Living and Social Services uses a community-based delivery model for the provision of housing programs initiatives and services to a wide variety of Albertans in need of housing solutions. The Housing Division works with over 350 housing providers (municipalities housing management bodies Indigenous governments and organizations and non-profit and private sector organizations) to provide stable and sustainable lower-cost housing for Albertans in need including support for existing and new housing options for over 120000 low-income families individuals seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Role Responsibilities
Are you a self-motivated results-driven individual with a passion of offering strategic advice and supporting senior leadership in preparing for bilateral and multilateral negotiations to advance affordable housing initiatives in Alberta
This role requires deep expertise in Albertas public housing sector as well as comprehensive knowledge of cross-jurisdictional programs policies and legislation across the housing continuum.
Responsibilities:
In this role you will lead and support provincial housing initiatives by interpreting intergovernmental agreements preparing the department for bilateral and multilateral negotiations coordinating outcome reporting advising senior officials and representing the Division in federal provincial and territorial forums.
As the Intergovernmental Relations Analyst you will support provincial housing initiatives by researching and analyzing policies preparing briefings and recommendations representing the Housing Division on committees engaging cross-ministry and intergovernmental partners and stakeholders and advising senior leaders on complex intergovernmental and policy issues.
You will be responsible for providing strategic advice briefings and issues analysis to senior leaders to support informed decision-making and effective participation in provincial and intergovernmental housing initiatives.
You will build collaborative relationships with cross-ministry and intergovernmental partners and advise senior leaders on complex high-profile housing issues including the impacts of federal policies and intergovernmental agreements on affordable housing in Alberta.
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APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
Competencies:
Agility:
Adapts communication to meet the needs of specific stakeholder groups; challenges the norm when necessary; proactively anticipates and adapts to shifting priorities and tight timelines and adjusts project plans accordingly.
Creative Problem Solving:
Assesses consultation processes to identify improvements to get the best outputs possible; considers multiple types of feedback and others perspectives; critically analyzes options and issues; proactively engages stakeholders to resolve issues to mitigate their escalation.
Build Collaborative Environments:
Promotes collaboration and positive relationships (even in challenging circumstances) within and across groups and builds commitment to reach desired results.
Develops Networks:
Seeks and leverages internal and external relationships to ensure the ministry has sound inputs from stakeholders and stakeholders have meaningful opportunities to provide input; leverages opportunities to enhance the integration of perspectives into provincial legislation and policy.
Systems Thinking:
Considers longer-term opportunities and risks prior to presenting recommendations; takes a holistic view of policy and legislation challenges and opportunities at multiple levels across related areas.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
- University degree in a related field such as social sciences public administration humanities public policy etc.
- Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in policy research analysis and development.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word Outlook Excel and PowerPoint.
- Cover letter demonstrating how your education and experience relates to this role. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered..
Equivalency: One year of education for one year of experience; or one year of experience for one year of education.
Assets:
- Understanding of GoA and Ministry strategic goals applicable legislation regulations and policies (e.g. Alberta Housing Act and Regulations; Provincial Priorities Act and Regulations).
- Leadership and relationship management skills including ability to influence actions and decisions of others through provision of strategic advice and information.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Research and information integration skills
Refer to:
This is a full-time permanent position with a standard work week of 36.25 hours Monday through Friday.
Work location is in Edmonton.
A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.
Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees:
- Working for the Alberta Public Service - Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - Public Service Benefit Information - learning and development - Alberta Public Service Careers tool .
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
- Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
- Leadership and mentorship programs.
How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements including education experience and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process please contact Nadine Uwimana at
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