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Senior Policy Advisor
Government of Alberta · Closes in 13 days
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This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. The posting does not state citizenship or work permit rules.
Education: University graduation in a related field. Equivalent combinations of diploma or certificate plus experience, or eight years of related experience, are accepted. A related master's degree is an asset.
Experience: Four years of progressively responsible related experience, including policy, project management and public engagement. Transportation and legislation experience is strongly desired.
What they ask for:
- University graduation in a related field, such as public administration or political science
- Four years of progressively responsible related experience
- Experience managing and implementing complex projects
- Experience in policy analysis, development and evaluation
- Experience in public engagement and consultation
- Strong written and verbal communication and analytical skills
2 Resume and cover letter
Tailor your resume to this posting: use its words and show each requirement with a concrete example. In Canada, leave out your photo, age and marital status. Add a short cover letter if the posting asks for one or accepts it.
3 Apply on the official site
Closing date: November 10 (Closes in 13 days) Check the closing time on the posting.
Apply online through the official posting. Show clearly how your education, experience and competencies match the requirements, and include dates for all education and work in your resume.
4 Interview, tests and references
If you are shortlisted, they contact you, often by email. Interviews can be in person or by video, and some jobs also have a written or practical test. Have two or three references ready: former supervisors who know your work.
Good to know:
- Final candidates must pass a criminal records check, and candidates pay their own costs for checks and interview travel
- Out-of-province applicants can get required checks from the province where they live
- The competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level
- Competencies such as systems thinking, drive for results, agility and creative problem solving are assessed
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