Policy Analyst

Business Council of Alberta; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Benefits package

Competitive pay

Job summary

Business Council of Alberta is seeking a Policy Analyst to support research projects, publications, and advocacy-related activities. You will work with Task Forces, Committees, and stakeholders across government, NGOs, and private sector in a fast-paced team environment.

The role is permanent, full-time, based primarily in BCA’s office with occasional work-from-home days based on operational needs.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Alberta and Canada public policy issues.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and other Office 365 tools.
• Ability to work independently and in small teams.
• Excellent time management and ability to juggle tasks.
• Willingness to learn and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to BCA’s research projects and publications.
• Assist with government submissions and advocacy activities.
• Collaborate with Task Forces, Committees, government, NGOs and private sector.
• Produce content for chief executives, decision makers and stakeholders.

Skills

Economic policy knowledge

Office 365

Independent work

Time management

Adaptability

Authorized to work in Canada

Education

Graduate degree in public policy, economics, political science or related field

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Unique and thoughtful insights, commentary, and analysis on the current social and economic issues in Alberta—and Canada

Analysis and insights on topical issues affecting Albertans and Canadians

Insights and reports on Alberta’s economy and beyond

Priorities for provincial & federal governments

Opinion & thought leadership on current affairs

Drawing on the expertise of our CEO members, partners, and other experts, we develop in-depth and non-partisan public policy research and analysis.

In-depth analysis & recommendations on key issues

A business lens on creating a society where everyone can thrive

Fresh and honest conversations with Alberta’s business leaders

Exploring how we make life better for Albertans and more

Work arrangement: Primarily in-office

Hours: Standard office hours (Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.). Occasional work outside of standard hours may be required to support events or key initiatives.

ABOUT THE BUSINESS COUNCIL OF ALBERTA

The Business Council of Alberta (BCA) is a small team with a big mandate — to make life better for Albertans. We do what we do because we love this province and the people who call it home. Alberta is a place of opportunity, resilience, and innovation — and we want to make it even better.

We are a non-partisan, for-purpose organization dedicated to building a better Alberta within a more dynamic Canada. We believe that the business sector has a leading role to play in helping people, the economy and the environment thrive. We contribute by developing and advocating for policy solutions that enable growth in the short term and set Alberta on a path to a long-term sustainable future.

Composed of the chief executives and leading entrepreneurs of the province’s largest enterprises, Council members are proud to represent the majority of Alberta’s private sector investment, job creation, exports, and research and development.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Vice President of Policy, the Policy Analyst plays a critical role in executing BCA’s research and policy agenda.

The Policy Analyst’s work supports and contributes to BCA’s research projects, publications, as well as government submissions and other advocacy-related activities. Some of this work is driven by BCA’s member-based Task Forces and Committees, as well as engagement with government, NGOs, and private sector stakeholders, which the Policy Analyst will also support. We work in a very fast-paced environment and take a team approach to our work. As such, the Policy Analyst must be adaptable, proactive, and able to work effectively across a variety of projects and with a number of people. With your colleagues, you will produce content for the top chief executives in the province, government decision makers, and other stakeholders.

This is a permanent, full-time position based primarily in BCA’s office, with flexibility for occasional work-from-home days based on operational needs.

ABOUT YOU

Values: You believe in creating a better Alberta within a strong Canada and that the province’s best days are still ahead. You care about creating lasting prosperity that supports strong communities, broad opportunity, excellent public services, and a thriving business sector.

Characteristics: You have a curious and open mind, driven by data and evidence rather than ideology. You value learning and personal growth. As such, you welcome tasks that may stretch beyond your formal job description or comfort zone; identify opportunities to build on your existing knowledge and skills; and welcome feedback as a way to learn and grow.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strong knowledge of economic and public policy issues in Alberta and across Canada
  Excellent written, verbal and numeracy skills
• Proficiency in Office 365 Suite, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work well both independently and in small teams
• Effective time management and the ability to juggle multiple tasks
  Adaptability and willingness to learn

QUALIFICATIONS

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of economic and public policy issues in Alberta and across Canada
  Excellent written, verbal and numeracy skills
• Proficiency in Office 365 Suite, especially Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Ability to work well both independently and in small teams
• Effective time management and the ability to juggle multiple tasks
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Authorized to work in Canada

Preferred experience

• A graduate degree in public policy, economics, political science, history or related field
• Two to five years’ relevant work experience
• Knowledge of, and/or work experience in, any of the following subject areas:
• Natural resources markets and policy
• Education, labour and skills
• Innovation and technology
• Tax, regulatory, and fiscal policy
• Indigenous consultation and engagement

Nice-to-have skills

• Proficiency in Power BI
• Critical use of AI in writing and analysis
• Experience using Haver Analytics
• Ability to work with large data sets
• Experience in government relations, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement
• Solid understanding of federal/provincial regulatory systems and structures

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive compensation, benchmarked against private-sector organizations (not non-profits)
• Annual bonus program — a rare feature for a non-profit
• High-quality, employer-paid benefits package

NOTE ON USE OF AI WHEN APPLYING

BCA has a positive and open-minded view on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace. However, we believe that effective AI use must be supported by a solid foundation of analytical, writing, and critical thinking skills.

Because it helps us assess these skills, we ask applicants to submit a cover letter that reflects their own writing and limit AI use when preparing their cover letter.