Senior Policy Analyst

Government of Manitoba; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 97,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government in Winnipeg is seeking a Planning and Programming Analyst 3. The successful candidate will develop policies and programs for children and youth, requiring strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills. A degree in social work or a related field is preferred along with extensive experience in relevant service fields. This full-time position offers a salary range of $74,839.00 - $96,438.00 per year, with a focus on diverse representation in public service.

Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Satisfactory background checks required.
• Valid Manitoba Driver’s License and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of policies and programs for MACY.
• Manage workloads between ongoing projects and requests.
• Establish linkages with government and non-government organizations.

Skills

Analytical and critical thinking skills

Research interpretation and assessment

Organizational and time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Education

Post-secondary degree in social work or related field

Job description

PM3 Planning and Programming Analyst 3

Term/full-time
12 months, with possibility of extension
Manitoba Advocate for Children and Youth
Quality Assurance
Winnipeg MB
Salary(s): PM3 $74,839.00 - $96,438.00 per year
Closing Date: December 28, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities). This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to Indigenous people. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application. An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 6 months.

Duties

Reporting to the Manager - Research and Quality Assurance, the Senior Policy Analyst will play a lead role in the development of MACY policies and programs, reports, position papers, protocols, recommendation monitoring, and best practices through evidence-based research, analyses, feasibility assessments, and program evaluations. Duties will include the balancing of workloads between ongoing projects and time sensitive requests for policy information, all within a fast-paced work environment. The analyst will establish formal and informal linkages with a broad cross-section of government and non-government organizations and may represent MACY on a variety of multi-sector working groups and committees.

Essential Criteria

• Post-secondary degree or graduate degree (preferred) in social work, public administration or related social sciences discipline or other field appropriate to the position with several years’ experience in a relevant service field.
• Knowledge and understanding of provincial child and youth serving public systems, including services/systems such as child and family, youth justice, youth addictions, disabilities, youth mental health, education, and victim support, including associated regulations and standards.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills including the ability to perform research, interpret, assess, and synthesize information in a logical manner.
• Ability to apply research principles to policy and program development, implementation, and program evaluation.
• Advanced organizational and time management skills including the ability to manage multiple priorities while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge and understanding of the lives of Indigenous peoples and the aims and objectives of Indigenous communities, as well as other diverse cultures with respect to the provision of culturally appropriate services.
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships and work effectively with a variety of people, groups and organizations.
• Excellent written communication skills for the purposes of developing background material, position papers, special reports, and other original material which are used as a basis for broad policy and program decisions.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to deliver public education to a variety of audiences, including children and youth.

Desired Criteria

• The ability to communicate in French or one of Manitoba’s Indigenous languages.
• Experience in a quality assurance role within a social services agency or department in a government or non-governmental organization.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check, Prior Contact Check, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Valid Manitoba Driver’s License, access to a vehicle, ability and willingness to travel throughout Manitoba

Apply to:

Advertisement # 44820
Manitoba Legislative Assembly
Human Resource Services
302-386 Broadway
Winnipeg MB , R3C 3R6
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.