Access to Information and Protection of Privacy (ATIPP) and Policy Analyst

Government of Nunavut; Iqaluit; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Nunavut is looking for an ATIPP and Policy Analyst to develop strategic policies and manage ATIPP requests. Candidates should possess a relevant undergraduate degree and experience in public policy. Fluency in official languages of Nunavut is an asset. This role requires high discretion due to the sensitive nature of information handled.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in developing and analyzing public policy.
• Fluency in one or more of Nunavut’s official languages is an asset.
• Knowledge of Inuit communities and culture considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and management of strategic planning, policies, and procedures.
• Process ATIPP requests for all Family Services divisions.
• Act as a liaison between the Department and the public.

Skills

Policy development

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Communication skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Education

Undergraduate degree in Public Policy/Administration, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Law or related field

Job description

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Iqaluit only.

Reporting to the Manager, Policy and Communications, the ATIPP and Policy Analyst will take a lead role in the development, coordination and management of strategic planning, policies and procedures of the Department of Family Services. The incumbent will process Access to Information and Protection of Privacy (ATIPP) requests for all Family Services divisions and programs, including those in satellite and decentralized offices, coordinating discussions and act as a liaison between the Department, Inuit Organization, and the public. Given the often-sensitive nature of the information entrusted to the Policy Analyst / ATIPP Coordinator, the position requires the incumbent to maintain a high level of discretion and confidentiality regarding the substance and structure of the work undertaken.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluating existing policy (departmentally & inter departmentally), analyzing shortcomings and identifying changes.
• Researching and drafting analyses of recommendations contained in reports.
• Organizing briefing materials for each division of Department for sittings of the Assembly and committees.
• Providing high-level advice on the release of information based on a thorough understanding of the ATIPP Act, departmental priorities, legislative implications and legal precedent.
• Receiving, analyzing, distributing and responding to access to information requests under the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act for the entire department.
• Assisting in the development of Privacy Impact Assessments, as per the legislative requirements.
• Representing the Department on Government of Nunavut and inter-jurisdictional Family Services related working groups and keep abreast of inter-jurisdictional Family Services initiatives and policies.
• Drafting briefing notes as requested by the Manager, Policy and Communications.
• Shredding confidential papers daily, as needed in accordance with all Records Management policies.
• Providing assistance and development of divisional documents, briefing notes and any other related tasks as assigned by the Manager of Policy and Communications from time to time.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through an undergraduate degree from a recognized institution in Public Policy/Administration, Social Sciences, Business Administration, Law or a related field accompanied by two (2) years of experience in developing and analyzing public policy, programs, and systems in a large organization or government setting.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in one or more of Nunavut’s official languages is an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets.

Acceptable combinations of education and experience may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

An eligibility list may be created to fill future vacancies.

EEO and Eligibility

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce; therefore, priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered.
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check.
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution. Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.