Senior Policy Analyst

The Opportunity:

The Ministry of Education requires a highly organized, capable, and energetic team player to fill the position of Senior Policy Analyst in the Corporate Services Branch. The Ministry of Education provides leadership and direction to Saskatchewan’s education, early years, library and literacy sectors.

The Ministry of Education is advancing reconciliation with early years, Prekindergarten to Grade 12, library, and First Nations, Métis and Inuit partners by acknowledging our shared history to build a brighter future together.

Reporting to the Director of Legislative Services and Privacy, you will lead and support the work of the Corporate Services Branch. You will work autonomously and collaboratively with sound professional judgment, as well as provide mentorship and leadership to other team members. You will support the strategic work of the ministry through legislative and regulatory development and support the administration of operational functions such as access to information requests and DocShare. You will interact with large volumes of information and manage multiple projects at one time. Given the variety of duties associated with this position, you must be able to prioritize work and manage multiple deadlines. Excellent interpersonal skills, the ability to adapt, and strong writing and policy analysis skills are key for this position.

• Provide leadership and direction in developing, planning, and evaluating ministry strategies, programs, and policies.
• Lead the design, implementation, and monitoring of policy research and program evaluations.
• Initiate strategic policy development to drive renewal and systemic change, including environmental scans and risk analysis.
• Establish and lead work groups focused on strategic planning, policy development, and performance evaluation.
• Support senior government decision-making by delivering timely written and verbal analysis on key issues and strategic directions.
• Conduct in-depth research and literature reviews, consult with experts, and synthesize findings to inform policy and evaluation frameworks.
• Lead intra- and inter-ministerial initiatives to address policy and performance issues and develop reporting standards.
• Develop evaluation frameworks to measure ministry performance, including outcomes, indicators, and data collection methods. 

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.  

Technical Knowledge and Skills:

• Provide strategic analysis and policy advice on approaches that support organizational goals. 
• Undertake research and analysis, and draft legislation, regulation, and policy in support of corporate goals. 
• Understand the decision-making process and policy instruments.
• Develop, review, edit, and process a high volume of complex data. This must be exercised with attention to detail, accuracy and within timelines.
• Examine records for completeness and accuracy and be able to discern what information should be protected and that which is releasable. 
• Plan, prioritize and organize your work alongside frequent interruptions, and changing priorities.
• Work independently and cooperatively with others to establish, build and maintain positive working relationships that will support meeting corporative deadlines and goals. 
• Communicate professionally and clearly, both verbally and in writing. 

Job Skills:

• Communication (Level C)
• Critical Thinking (Level C)
• Digital Skills (Level C)
• Interacting with Others (Level C)
• Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)
• Managing Self (Level C)
• Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
• Data Literacy (Level C)
• Influence (Level C)
• Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C) 

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here. 

What We Offer:

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

The Ministry of Education provides leadership and direction to Saskatchewan's education, early learning, library and literacy sectors. The ministry is committed to providing equitable and inclusive education, early years and library systems that benefit all learners. It foundationally places Indigenous knowledge systems, cultures and languages within structures, policies and curricula. The Ministry of Education is advancing reconciliation with early years, PreK-12 and library First Nations, Métis and Inuit partners by acknowledging our shared history to build a brighter future together. The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.