Senior Policy Lead, Aquaculture & Fisheries

Government of PEI; Charlottetown; On-site; CAD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation and sick leave

Health and dental benefits

Up to $2,500 annual training funds

Employee assistance program

Pension Plan

Job summary

The Department of Fisheries, Rural Development and Tourism, part of the Government of Prince Edward Island, seeks a policy professional to provide high-quality analysis and leadership on aquaculture and fisheries matters. You will synthesize evidence, manage projects, and develop policy positions for decision-makers, with a focus on sector growth and regional development.

Responsibilities include policy research, strategic advisement to senior leadership, and collaborative work with federal and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent with public policy, aquaculture, fisheries or related field.
• Strong experience in policy evaluation and program management.
• Demonstrated stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to lead cross-jurisdictional policy research and development.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work in a governmental environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership on international, national, provincial policy matters for shellfish and finfish sectors.
• Analyze policies, prepare position papers and provide strategic recommendations to senior leaders.
• Support Ministers and Directors with briefing notes, memoranda and presentations.
• Collaborate with federal and provincial staff on policy research and initiatives.
• Develop and evaluate policy frameworks, evaluation plans and program assessments.
• Coordinate data collection and statistical analysis to inform policy decisions.
• Lead special projects and manage project charters and plans.
• Represent the department in industry committees and meetings.

Skills

Project management

Policy analysis

Research methods

Stakeholder management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Master’s degree in public policy/ public administration/ aquaculture/ fisheries

Bachelor’s degree in related field with extensive experience

Job description

The Department of Fisheries, Rural Development and Tourism, part of the Government of Prince Edward Island, seeks a policy professional to provide high-quality analysis and leadership on aquaculture and fisheries matters. You will synthesize evidence, manage projects, and develop policy positions for decision-makers, with a focus on sector growth and regional development.

Responsibilities include policy research, strategic advisement to senior leadership, and collaborative work with federal and