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Policy Advisor

Government of Alberta · Education and Childcare

This job in plain words

This permanent full-time job has two openings in Edmonton with the Alberta Ministry of Education and Childcare. The Policy Advisor works on First Nations, Métis and Inuit K-12 education policy and leads complex, sensitive projects with a high degree of independence.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

The competition is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. The posting does not state citizenship or work permit rules.

Education
Bachelor's degree · University graduation in a related field. Equivalent education or experience may be considered, at 1 year for 1 year. A master's degree is an asset.
Experience
4 years of progressively responsible related experience. Required: policy research, government policy, leading complex initiatives and briefing senior leaders.
Job type
Full time, permanent, 2 positions, 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday

What they ask for:

  • University degree in a related field plus 4 years related experience, or equivalent
  • Experience doing policy research, analysis and evidence-based recommendations
  • Experience with government policy, legislation or regulatory frameworks
  • Experience independently leading complex multi-partner policy or program initiatives
  • Experience preparing briefing materials for senior or executive leaders

What you would do

  • Lead review, development and evaluation of major policy initiatives
  • Set up project charters, work plans and risk strategies
  • Conduct research, jurisdictional scans and comparative analysis
  • Prepare briefings and decision documents for senior leaders
  • Build relationships across ministry, government and partners

How to apply

You must apply online through the official job posting. Include a resume with months and years for all education and work, and a cover letter showing how you meet the requirements.

Good to know:

  • Applicants pay their own costs for required documents, checks and interview travel
  • Out-of-province applicants can get required checks from their current province
  • This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower level
  • The job is based in the Edmonton office

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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