Senior Policy Analyst, Public Sector Strategy

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Yukon, Department of Highways and Public Works, Corporate Services Policy & Communications, is seeking a policy analyst to develop and implement policy options and lead policy projects through the approvals process.

The role offers opportunities to lead inter-departmental committees, collaborate with stakeholders, and support the Minister and senior management with policy development and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary degree in public policy, public administration, political science, social sciences or related field.
• Experience researching, analyzing, developing and evaluating policy options within government context.
• Experience providing advice and recommendations to senior management.
• Experience working with a variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience planning, leading and/or facilitating large projects is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage policy projects through approvals process.
• Develop and implement policy options and recommendations.
• Lead or participate in inter-departmental committees on policy topics.
• Support the Minister and senior management with policy work.
• Draft decision-making documents and develop policy in collaboration.

Skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Adaptable

Grow/learn

Client service

Independence & teamwork

Education

Policy/public sector degree

Job description

Government of Yukon, Department of Highways and Public Works, Corporate Services Policy & Communications, is seeking a policy analyst to develop and implement policy options and lead policy projects through the approvals process.

The role offers opportunities to lead inter-departmental committees, collaborate with stakeholders, and support the Minister and senior management with policy development and recommendations.